[Campaign Ongoing!] Highly Anticipated Picture Book 'Shiritori Kinchaku' Now on Sale: Laugh and Learn Words
KADOKAWA Corporation released 'Shiritori Kinchaku', a new humorous picture book by Michiko Tamada on May 13, 2026. A follow and repost campaign is currently running on the official Yomeruba X account until June 10, 2026, to celebrate the release.
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KADOKAWA Corporation (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Representative Executive Officer and CEO: Takeshi Natsuno) released the highly anticipated new picture book 'Shiritori Kinchaku' by Michiko Tamada, a trending author who has swept numerous newcomer awards, on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
This work is a humorous picture book based on the wordplay game 'shiritori', with the concept of 'laughing a lot and learning words!' It is guaranteed to be a huge hit even during read-aloud sessions.
To commemorate the release, a follow and repost campaign is currently underway on the official Yomeruba X account. This is your chance to be one of 10 lucky winners to receive either a precious signed copy of the book or a cute set of 3 postcards! We look forward to receiving many applications.
## Michiko Tamada's 'Shiritori Kinchaku' Release Commemoration Campaign Overview
To celebrate the release of 'Shiritori Kinchaku', a campaign is being held where 10 winners will be selected by lottery to receive either an autographed book by Michiko Tamada or a cute set of 3 postcards.
[How to Apply]
1. Follow the official Yomeruba X account (@KadokawaJidosho)
2. Repost the applicable campaign post to complete your entry
[Application Deadline]
Wednesday, June 10, 2026, 23:59
▼For details and inquiries, click here
https://x.com/KadokawaJidosho/status/2054366800712987094?s=20
*Please read and agree to the precautions before applying.
## Product Introduction
Here comes the Shiritori Kinchaku! Everyone, run away!
A thrilling game of shiritori, laughing and thinking! The definitive humorous picture book.
A mysterious pouch, the 'Shiritori Kinchaku', has arrived!
This pouch chases after things that connect via 'shiritori' one after another and puts them inside.
Starting with 'ri' from shiritori, 'ringo' (apple) is caught... What on earth will happen next?
A mysterious and thrilling great adventure connected by words!
This is a read-aloud humorous picture book that includes guessing game elements, allowing children to take an interest in words while having fun!
Book Title: Shiritori Kinchaku
Author: Michiko Tamada
Price: 1,815 yen (1,650 yen base price + tax)
Release Date: Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Format: Modified A4 size
Number of Pages: 32 pages
ISBN: 978-4-04-117230-8
Publisher: KADOKAWA Corporation
KADOKAWA Children's Book Portal Site 'Yomeruba' Bibliographic Details Page >>
## Author Introduction
Michiko Tamada
Resides in Kanagawa Prefecture. Graduated from Tama Art University, majoring in 3D Design. Won the honorable mention for the 42nd Kodansha Picture Book Newcomer Award. Has won numerous awards for 'Gyōza ga inakunari sagashiteimasu' (Kodansha). Major picture books include 'Gyōza ga tonari ni hikkoshitekima shita' (Kodansha) and 'Girigiri Onigirizu' (Hakusensha).
X: https://x.com/ubaukya
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michiko_tamada/
This work is a humorous picture book based on the wordplay game 'shiritori', with the concept of 'laughing a lot and learning words!' It is guaranteed to be a huge hit even during read-aloud sessions.
To commemorate the release, a follow and repost campaign is currently underway on the official Yomeruba X account. This is your chance to be one of 10 lucky winners to receive either a precious signed copy of the book or a cute set of 3 postcards! We look forward to receiving many applications.
## Michiko Tamada's 'Shiritori Kinchaku' Release Commemoration Campaign Overview
To celebrate the release of 'Shiritori Kinchaku', a campaign is being held where 10 winners will be selected by lottery to receive either an autographed book by Michiko Tamada or a cute set of 3 postcards.
[How to Apply]
1. Follow the official Yomeruba X account (@KadokawaJidosho)
2. Repost the applicable campaign post to complete your entry
[Application Deadline]
Wednesday, June 10, 2026, 23:59
▼For details and inquiries, click here
https://x.com/KadokawaJidosho/status/2054366800712987094?s=20
*Please read and agree to the precautions before applying.
## Product Introduction
Here comes the Shiritori Kinchaku! Everyone, run away!
A thrilling game of shiritori, laughing and thinking! The definitive humorous picture book.
A mysterious pouch, the 'Shiritori Kinchaku', has arrived!
This pouch chases after things that connect via 'shiritori' one after another and puts them inside.
Starting with 'ri' from shiritori, 'ringo' (apple) is caught... What on earth will happen next?
A mysterious and thrilling great adventure connected by words!
This is a read-aloud humorous picture book that includes guessing game elements, allowing children to take an interest in words while having fun!
Book Title: Shiritori Kinchaku
Author: Michiko Tamada
Price: 1,815 yen (1,650 yen base price + tax)
Release Date: Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Format: Modified A4 size
Number of Pages: 32 pages
ISBN: 978-4-04-117230-8
Publisher: KADOKAWA Corporation
KADOKAWA Children's Book Portal Site 'Yomeruba' Bibliographic Details Page >>
## Author Introduction
Michiko Tamada
Resides in Kanagawa Prefecture. Graduated from Tama Art University, majoring in 3D Design. Won the honorable mention for the 42nd Kodansha Picture Book Newcomer Award. Has won numerous awards for 'Gyōza ga inakunari sagashiteimasu' (Kodansha). Major picture books include 'Gyōza ga tonari ni hikkoshitekima shita' (Kodansha) and 'Girigiri Onigirizu' (Hakusensha).
X: https://x.com/ubaukya
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michiko_tamada/
FAQ
What kind of book is 'Shiritori Kinchaku'?
It is a humorous picture book by Michiko Tamada themed around the Japanese wordplay game 'shiritori', designed to help children learn words while laughing.
How long does the campaign run?
The follow & repost campaign on the Yomeruba official X account runs until 11:59 PM on Wednesday, June 10, 2026.
Who is the author Michiko Tamada?
She is an award-winning author whose works include 'Gyōza ga inakunari sagashiteimasu'. She has won several newcomer awards for picture books.