"Winnie the Pooh" Original Debut 100th Anniversary! Find-and-Seek Picture Book "Winnie the Pooh: 100 Find-and-Seek Games in the Hundred Acre Wood" to be Released on April 9!
Gakken will release a find-and-seek picture book celebrating the 100th anniversary of Winnie the Pooh's original debut, fostering observation and concentration.
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Gakken Inc. (Shinagawa, Tokyo / President: Tatsuya Nanjo), a group company of Gakken Holdings Co., Ltd. (Shinagawa, Tokyo / President: Hiroaki Miyahara), will release "Gakken Wakuwaku Sagashie Book: Winnie the Pooh: 100 Find-and-Seek Games in the Hundred Acre Wood" on April 9, 2026.
■Commemorating the 100th Anniversary of "Winnie the Pooh"'s Original Debut!
Since its original publication in 1926, "Winnie the Pooh" has been loved by children and adults worldwide. This book allows you to enjoy find-and-seek games with 12 colorful and warm illustrations that recreate its world. The scenes of Pooh and his friends happily living in the Hundred Acre Wood through the four seasons are a must-see for Pooh fans!
■Many cute animals appear, including Pooh's friends!
In addition to familiar characters like Piglet, Tigger, Rabbit, and Eeyore, over 20 different kinds of creatures living in the Hundred Acre Wood appear. Children can have fun learning the names and appearances of animals such as hedgehogs, ducks, squirrels, frogs, and butterflies while playing.
■An educational picture book for parents and children to enjoy
This book contains over 100 "find-and-seek" activities. In the process of finding objects, children naturally enhance their concentration and observation skills, and develop the ability to read information from detailed illustrations. Furthermore, by reading together with parents, asking "What is this?" and "Where is it?", it leads to rich communication.
It can be played repeatedly, making it perfect for home time or long journeys.
[Product Overview]
■Gakken Wakuwaku Sagashie Book
"Winnie the Pooh: 100 Find-and-Seek Games in the Hundred Acre Wood"
Price: 1,540 yen (tax included)
Release Date: April 9, 2026
Format: AB size
Electronic version: Available
ISBN: 978-4-05-206344-2
Publisher: Gakken Inc.
Gakken Publishing Website: https://hon.gakken.jp/book/1020634400
[Purchase this book here]
・Amazon: https://amzn.asia/d/0cioOqUK
・Rakuten Books: https://books.rakuten.co.jp/rb/18525142/
■Gakken Inc.
https://www.corp-gakken.co.jp/
・President and Representative Director: Tatsuya Nanjo
・Date of establishment: January 13, 2009 (Trade name changed on October 1, 2022)
・Capital: 50 million yen
・Location: 2-11-8 Nishigotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 141-8416
・Business activities: Engaged in publishing and content business, global business, medical and nursing publishing content business, kindergarten and school business, classroom-related business, EC and online business, and advertising business.
■GAKKEN HOLDINGS CO., LTD.
https://www.gakken.co.jp/
・President and Representative Director: Hiroaki Miyahara
・Date of establishment: March 31, 1947
・Capital: 19,817 million yen
・Sales: 199.1 billion yen, Consolidated subsidiaries: 82 companies (as of September 2025)
Listed on the Prime Market of the Tokyo Stock Exchange (Securities Code: 9470)
・Location: 2-11-8 Nishigotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 141-8510
・Phone number: 03-6431-1001 (main)
・Business activities: A holding company established in 1946, engaged in education and medical/welfare related businesses.
Education sector: Classroom and cram school businesses including "Gakken Classroom," publishing and content businesses such as educational materials, kindergarten and school businesses such as textbooks and childcare supplies.
Medical and welfare sector: Service-oriented senior housing business, dementia group home business, childcare support businesses such as nurseries and after-school care.
Global: Operating and expanding businesses in over 150 countries.
FAQ
What kind of book is this picture book?
It's an educational "find-and-seek" picture book featuring Winnie the Pooh characters in the Hundred Acre Wood, with over 100 items to find.
What age group is this book suitable for?
Primarily aimed at preschoolers, it helps develop observation and concentration skills while enjoying it with parents.
When is the release date?
It will be released on April 9, 2026, at bookstores nationwide and online stores.