Megumi Mizusawa, creator of 'Hime-chan's Ribbon,' releases highly anticipated second volume of 'Cherry Diary,' a relatable story of twin sisters!
Gakken Inc. released the highly anticipated second volume of "Cherry Diary," a popular comic by Megumi Mizusawa, on April 27, 2026. The series, depicting the daily lives and growth of twin sisters, features heartwarming stories and new original content, resonating with a wide range of generations.
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Gakken Inc. (Shinagawa, Tokyo / President and Representative Director: Tatsuya Nanjo), a group company of Gakken Holdings Co., Ltd. (Shinagawa, Tokyo / President and Representative Director: Hiroaki Miyahara), released the latest comic "Cherry Diary Vol. 2" (Nora Comics label) by Megumi Mizusawa on April 27, 2026.
"Cherry Diary" is a heartwarming story of the sparkling daily lives and growth of twin sisters Saku Sonokawa and Sara, drawn by Megumi Mizusawa, the author of "Hime-chan's Ribbon" (published by Shueisha), which caused a social phenomenon in the 1990s. It was serialized in the magazine "Kirapichi" (published by Gakken) from 2020 to 2025, and the highly anticipated first volume of the comic was released in March 2026. This second volume depicts the two sisters fully enjoying seasonal school events and various happenings. Megumi Mizusawa's characteristic soft and lovely artwork tells a story of precious memories accumulated from daily "fun!". Furthermore, "little excitements" such as the progression of Sara's and Kobane-chan's crushes are not to be missed, making readers want to cheer them on. This work can be enjoyed by all generations: as a relatable, life-sized story for children, and as a nostalgic and heartwarming read for adults.
■ Highlights of this book
Contains 9 heartwarming stories
Includes episodes (episodes 10 to 18) published in "Kirapichi" magazine from the June 2022 issue to the October 2023 issue. From Saku and Sara's best friend Kobane-chan's birthday party, summer festivals, Halloween, sports festivals, and more, each story will leave your heart feeling warm.
"Cherry MEMO" to make every day more fun!
At the end of each episode, "Cherry MEMO" conceived by Mizusawa-sensei herself is included. It's full of "create! play! learn!" tips, such as how to make birthday cards, fashion coordination suggestions for seasons and events, and New Year's Sugoroku (board game).
Includes newly drawn content
Following the first volume, a special mini-manga newly drawn exclusively for this volume is included. This time, Saku and Sara's classmate Mahiro Aono appears. Please pay attention to the cute interactions with Saku!
★ Nora Comics "Cherry Diary Vol. 1" is now on sale!
▼ Full of episodes about seasonal events and school activities, such as Valentine's Day and chorus contests!
https://hon.gakken.jp/book/1960714800
[Product Overview]
■ "Cherry Diary Vol. 2"
Author: Megumi Mizusawa
Release Date: April 27, 2026
Price: 880 yen (tax included)
Format: B6, 152 pages
ISBN: 978-4-05-607150-4
Publisher: Gakken Inc.
[Details and Purchase Here]
・ Gakken Publishing website: https://hon.gakken.jp/book/1960715000
・ Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/4056071500/
・ Rakuten Books: https://books.rakuten.co.jp/rb/18512850/
・ 7net: https://7net.omni7.jp/detail/1107680722
■ 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
・ Address: 2-11-8 Nishi-Gotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 141-8416
・ Business activities: Publishing and content business, global business, medical and nursing publishing content business, garden and school business, classroom-related business, EC and online business, 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 Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market (Securities Code: 9470)
・ Address: 2-11-8 Nishi-Gotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 141-8510
・ Phone number: 03-6431-1001 (Main)
・ Business activities: A holding company established in 1946 that operates education and medical welfare-related businesses.
Education field: Classroom and cram school businesses such as "Gakken Classroom,"
Publishing and content businesses for educational materials, etc.
"Cherry Diary" is a heartwarming story of the sparkling daily lives and growth of twin sisters Saku Sonokawa and Sara, drawn by Megumi Mizusawa, the author of "Hime-chan's Ribbon" (published by Shueisha), which caused a social phenomenon in the 1990s. It was serialized in the magazine "Kirapichi" (published by Gakken) from 2020 to 2025, and the highly anticipated first volume of the comic was released in March 2026. This second volume depicts the two sisters fully enjoying seasonal school events and various happenings. Megumi Mizusawa's characteristic soft and lovely artwork tells a story of precious memories accumulated from daily "fun!". Furthermore, "little excitements" such as the progression of Sara's and Kobane-chan's crushes are not to be missed, making readers want to cheer them on. This work can be enjoyed by all generations: as a relatable, life-sized story for children, and as a nostalgic and heartwarming read for adults.
■ Highlights of this book
Contains 9 heartwarming stories
Includes episodes (episodes 10 to 18) published in "Kirapichi" magazine from the June 2022 issue to the October 2023 issue. From Saku and Sara's best friend Kobane-chan's birthday party, summer festivals, Halloween, sports festivals, and more, each story will leave your heart feeling warm.
"Cherry MEMO" to make every day more fun!
At the end of each episode, "Cherry MEMO" conceived by Mizusawa-sensei herself is included. It's full of "create! play! learn!" tips, such as how to make birthday cards, fashion coordination suggestions for seasons and events, and New Year's Sugoroku (board game).
Includes newly drawn content
Following the first volume, a special mini-manga newly drawn exclusively for this volume is included. This time, Saku and Sara's classmate Mahiro Aono appears. Please pay attention to the cute interactions with Saku!
★ Nora Comics "Cherry Diary Vol. 1" is now on sale!
▼ Full of episodes about seasonal events and school activities, such as Valentine's Day and chorus contests!
https://hon.gakken.jp/book/1960714800
[Product Overview]
■ "Cherry Diary Vol. 2"
Author: Megumi Mizusawa
Release Date: April 27, 2026
Price: 880 yen (tax included)
Format: B6, 152 pages
ISBN: 978-4-05-607150-4
Publisher: Gakken Inc.
[Details and Purchase Here]
・ Gakken Publishing website: https://hon.gakken.jp/book/1960715000
・ Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/4056071500/
・ Rakuten Books: https://books.rakuten.co.jp/rb/18512850/
・ 7net: https://7net.omni7.jp/detail/1107680722
■ 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
・ Address: 2-11-8 Nishi-Gotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 141-8416
・ Business activities: Publishing and content business, global business, medical and nursing publishing content business, garden and school business, classroom-related business, EC and online business, 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 Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market (Securities Code: 9470)
・ Address: 2-11-8 Nishi-Gotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 141-8510
・ Phone number: 03-6431-1001 (Main)
・ Business activities: A holding company established in 1946 that operates education and medical welfare-related businesses.
Education field: Classroom and cram school businesses such as "Gakken Classroom,"
Publishing and content businesses for educational materials, etc.