'Nmneneko,' Popular on Social Media and TV Anime, Becomes a Picture Book! Healing Read-Aloud Picture Book, 'Nmneneko and Picnic,' Released on April 23!

The picture book 'Nmneneko and Picnic,' by Shirimoto, based on the popular work 'Nmneneko,' which has also been adapted into a TV anime, was released on April 23, 2026.

This book is a picture book that depicts a day when the gluttonous 'Nmneneko' and the reliable 'Usukuro' go out to find ingredients for their picnic lunch.

Contrasting, yet Best Friends The charm of this book lies in the unique personalities of the two characters and their relationship. The cheerful and bustling 'Nmneneko,' who laughs and cries, and the cool and caring 'Usukuro' are complete opposites, yet they are a perfect duo who complement each other. You'll definitely want to cheer them on as they work together to prepare their lunch.

Authored by Popular Illustrator, Shirimoto-sensei 'Nmneneko' was created by popular illustrator Shirimoto-sensei, who has over 260,000 followers on X. This work, which fully utilizes Shirimoto-sensei's pop art style, is enjoyable not only for children but also for adult fans.

About the Author Shirimoto Born in Tokyo. Began posting illustrations and manga on X in 2013, accumulating over 260,000 followers. Actively engaged in various fields, including manga serialization such as 'Ogane no Kamisama' for Mynavi News, character design and concept art for games, and illustrations for books.

Bibliographic Information Title: 'Nmneneko and Picnic' Author: Shirimoto Price: 1,760 yen (tax included) Release Date: April 23, 2026 ISBN: 978-4-06-542805-4 Publisher: Kodansha