KADOKAWA Corporation (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo) will release "Large Picture Book: Pandorobo and the Mysterious French Bread" from the picture book series "Pandorobo" on October 7, 2026.

A monitor campaign will also be held for educational organizations nationwide to commemorate the release of this work.

●Introducing "Large Picture Book: Pandorobo and the Mysterious French Bread"

*The image is under development and subject to change.

The highly popular "Pandorobo" large-format picture book is now available in a larger size: "Pandorobo and the Mysterious French Bread"! Pandorobo faces its biggest pinch yet!? Enjoy the third installment of the popular picture book series, perfect for reading aloud, on a spectacular scale.

Size comparison 1*Image is of the first book. Size comparison 2*Image is of the first book.

- Book Information

"Large Picture Book: Pandorobo and the Mysterious French Bread"

Author: Keiko Shibata

Price: 12,100 yen (11,000 yen + tax)

Release Date: Scheduled for October 7, 2026

ISBN: 9784041178393

URL: https://www.kadokawa.co.jp/product/322606000612/

●Commemorating the Release of the Latest "Large Picture Book Pandorobo" Series Volume! Monitor Campaign

The "Large Picture Book Pandorobo" series is highly effective for storytelling sessions at schools, kindergartens, and libraries.

To celebrate the release of the third installment, a monitor campaign will be held.

We will randomly select 5 educational organizations nationwide, including kindergartens, nursery schools, elementary schools, public libraries, and children's centers, to receive a set of "Large Picture Book Pandorobo" & "Large Picture Book Pandorobo vs. Fake Pandorobo" as monitors.

Please see below for application methods, important notes, and other details.

https://ehon.kadokawa.co.jp/pandorobo/news/entry-16430.html

●Conveniently Portable "Board Book Pandorobo" Released July 8!

The popular picture book "Pandorobo" is now available as a highly anticipated board book!

With thick, durable pages and a compact, lightweight design, you can enjoy "Pandorobo" anytime, anywhere. The rounded corners are safe for even small children.

- Available in 3 Sizes!

The first book in the picture book series, "Pandorobo," is available in three sizes: the regular edition, a board book, and a large-format picture book. Please choose the "Pandorobo" that best suits your needs and preferences.

- Book Information

"Board Book Pandorobo"

Author: Keiko Shibata

Price: 1,210 yen (1,100 yen + tax)

Release Date: July 8, 2026

ISBN: 9784041173787

URL: https://www.kadokawa.co.jp/product/322601000330/

*This board book is a modified version of the picture book "Pandorobo" first published in 2020, with the same content.

*Size: 129mm x 141mm

●What is "Pandorobo"?

First book in the series "Pandorobo" scheduled for September release "Pandorobo and the Wandering Ramen" (design subject to change)

A picture book series starting with the first book "Pandorobo" (Author: Keiko Shibata) published in 2020. It is the "best-selling children's book of the Reiwa era"* thanks to its surreal and mischievous characters.

The latest installment, "Pandorobo and the Wandering Ramen," will be published on September 16, 2026.

Furthermore, an anime adaptation is scheduled to broadcast from October!

Please continue to follow Pandorobo's adventures.

[Related URLs]

- Official Website: https://ehon.kadokawa.co.jp/pandorobo/

- Official X: https://x.com/pandorobo_JP

- Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pandorobo_news

- Official TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pandorobo_info

- Official Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@pandorobo_info

- Official Fan Club: https://pandorobo-club.com

- Official Online Shop: https://shop.pandorobo-club.com

*Children's books: Books for children aged 0 to approximately 12 years old (including picture books for toddlers, novels for elementary school students, encyclopedias, and practical books).

*Reporting period: May 1, 2019 - May 31, 2026) Books > Children's Books (According to CDP CANTERA)

●Author Profile

Keiko Shibata

Born in Kochi Prefecture. Her picture book works include the "Megaloco" series (Tebukuro-sha), the "Shirokuma" series (PHP Institute), and the "Pandorobo" series (KADOKAWA).

Her favorite breads are cheese bread and twisted bread with chocolate.

Official Website: https://www.shibata-illust.com/

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