Picture book 'Gunma-chan and the Mysterious Tunnel,' featuring over 10 mazes based on Gunma Prefecture's famous products, to be released on Friday, March 27th!
Kodansha will release the second 'Gunma-chan' picture book on March 27th, featuring mazes of Gunma Prefecture's famous products.
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- 📰 Published: March 30, 2026 at 05:11
Gunma-chan has captured the hearts of Gunma residents and local character fans across the country with his mysterious power to heal everyone. The picture book 'Gunma-chan Goes to Tanuki Onsen,' created by Keiji Motoyasu, a master of vehicle and animal picture books, was released in 2023. It was praised for its soft touch, the comical cuteness of Gunma-chan, and the realistic depiction of Gunma Prefecture's tourist spots.
Now, building on the success of the first installment, the second picture book, 'Gunma-chan and the Mysterious Tunnel,' will be released on Friday, March 27, 2026! As you descend underground, what awaits...? Let's set off on a great adventure into a tunnel full of wonders! You can have fun with mazes while learning about Gunma Prefecture's famous products like daruma dolls, konjac, and udon noodles! The fold-out page is a super-sized maze! Both adults and children can enjoy it again and again! Please be sure to check it out.
Product Overview
● 'Gunma-chan and the Mysterious Tunnel'
● Author: Keiji Motoyasu, Cooperation: Gunma Prefecture
● Price: 2200 yen (tax included)
● Format: A4 size (210×297 mm)
● Release Date: March 27, 2026
Now, building on the success of the first installment, the second picture book, 'Gunma-chan and the Mysterious Tunnel,' will be released on Friday, March 27, 2026! As you descend underground, what awaits...? Let's set off on a great adventure into a tunnel full of wonders! You can have fun with mazes while learning about Gunma Prefecture's famous products like daruma dolls, konjac, and udon noodles! The fold-out page is a super-sized maze! Both adults and children can enjoy it again and again! Please be sure to check it out.
Product Overview
● 'Gunma-chan and the Mysterious Tunnel'
● Author: Keiji Motoyasu, Cooperation: Gunma Prefecture
● Price: 2200 yen (tax included)
● Format: A4 size (210×297 mm)
● Release Date: March 27, 2026