Hakusensha, Inc. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Yasufumi Takagi) will release 'Shibawanko no Tanabata Matsuri' (Yoshie Kawaura) from 'MOE no Ehon' on May 1, 2026 (Friday).

The first seasonal event picture book for toddlers is born in the picture book series featuring Shibawanko, who teaches the charm of Japanese culture!

From the 'Shibawanko no Wa no Kokoro' (written by Yoshie Kawaura) picture book series, which has sold over 700,000 copies and features the charming Shiba Inu Shibawanko and the mischievous calico cat Mikenyan-ko happily introducing the heartwarming 'Wa' (Japanese culture/lifestyle), the first seasonal event picture book for toddlers is born!

Shibawanko and friends, riding on a flying boat, head towards the Milky Way.

Will they be able to meet Orihime and Hikoboshi...?

What did Shibawanko and friends wish for?

This picture book allows parents and children to happily learn about Tanabata together with a fantastic and cute story!

It also includes an article titled 'How to enjoy Tanabata' for parents and instructions for making Tanabata decorations with origami.

'Shibawanko no Tanabata Matsuri' © Yoshie Kawaura / Hakusensha

'Shibawanko no Tanabata Matsuri' © Yoshie Kawaura / Hakusensha

'Shibawanko no Tanabata Matsuri' © Yoshie Kawaura / Hakusensha

Shibawanko no Tanabata Matsuri Seasonal Event Picture Book

Author: Yoshie Kawaura

ISBN Code: 9784592763901

Series Name: MOE no Ehon

Price: 1540 yen (1400 yen + 10% tax)

Release Date: 2026.5.1

'Shibawanko no Wa no Kokoro' (written by Yoshie Kawaura) Popular Existing Series

Shibawanko no Wa no Omotenashi

Author: Yoshie Kawaura

ISBN Code: 9784592762881

Series Name: MOE no Ehon

Price: 1540 yen (1400 yen + 10% tax)

Release Date: 2021.4.23

The latest volume in the 'Shibawanko no Wa no Kokoro' series, where the Shiba Inu Shibawanko proposes a fun Japanese lifestyle. This time's theme is 'Wa no Omotenashi' (Japanese hospitality). Ideas for enriching home life are packed: seasonal food presentation, Hina Matsuri, ume work, Tanabata, summer flower play, various furoshiki wrapping methods... It's a picture book where you can enjoy beautiful illustrations of garden plants, wagashi, and dishes throughout the four seasons.

Shibawanko no Wa no Kokoro

Author: Yoshie Kawaura

ISBN Code: 9784592760962

Series Name: Picture Book

Price: 1540 yen (1400 yen + 10% tax)

Release Date: 2002.1.23

The first volume in the popular series where the charming Shiba Inu Shibawanko and the mischievous calico cat Mikenyan-ko happily introduce the heartwarming 'Wa' (Japanese culture/lifestyle). A 'New Saijiki' filled with fun trivia, such as hospitality manners to incorporate into daily life.

You can also enjoy the cute and informative world of 'Shibawanko' digitally ↓

Hakusensha e-net! https://www.hakusensha-e.net/store/special/240401sbw

'MOE no Ehon' is a picture book series born from 'Monthly MOE'.

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【Company Overview】

Company Name: Hakusensha, Inc.

Location: 2-2-2 Kanda-Awajicho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo

Representative: Yasufumi Takagi, President and Representative Director

Established: December 1, 1973

URL: https://www.hakusensha.co.jp/

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