Two Books Based on the Viral 'Italian Brain Rot' Popular Among Children on Video Sites Released Today, April 1st!

KADOKAWA Game Linkage (Headquarters: Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo; President: Shusuke Toyoshima) has released two books today, Wednesday, April 1, 2026: 'Italian Brain Rot Encyclopedia,' a collection of characters from the 'Italian Brain Rot' series that has become a social phenomenon among children on video sites, and the board book 'Italian Brain Rot: Tuntuntun Safur and Friends Collection.'

'Italian Brain Rot Encyclopedia' This book compiles the unique and mysterious characters of 'Italian Brain Rot,' which has been racking up views on video sites and has even been adapted into game characters. It features over 100 characters, from popular ones seen in videos to rare ones, with large illustrations that children can enjoy at their own pace.

Three Features of the 'Italian Brain Rot Encyclopedia': 1. Furigana for all kanji: Designed for children who have just started reading, all kanji include furigana to encourage independent reading. 2. Parent-child communication: It serves as a conversation starter for parents and children to share the world the children are obsessed with. 3. Includes lyrics: The book features lyrics to the addictive songs that everyone is humming, allowing for interactive singing time.

'Italian Brain Rot: Tuntuntun Safur and Friends Collection' This board book is durable and perfect for younger children. It features a selection of popular characters like Tuntuntun Safur, Trararero Trarara, and Ballerina Capuccina with high-impact illustrations. With short text and furigana, it is perfect for practicing reading.