Learning Manga Series 'Tsukame! Rikadaman' Reaches 4 Million Copies; Vol. 12 Set for Release on July 16
Magazine House will release the 12th volume of its hit learning manga series on July 16, 2026. This volume focuses on 'Programming,' teaching AI and algorithms through a humorous dinosaur robot competition story, addressing the growing demand for tech education in elementary schools.
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Magazine House Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; President: Shuichi Tetsuo) will release 'Tsukame! Rikadaman 12: The Ultimate Robot Battle!' (Story by Shin Tae-hun, Art by Na Seung-hun, Translated by Oh Hwa-sun) on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at bookstores nationwide and online.
'Tsukame! Rikadaman' is a highly popular learning manga series that has surpassed a cumulative total of 4 million copies in Japan and South Korea. In Japan alone, it has exceeded 2.5 million copies, gaining widespread support through parental word-of-mouth for its ability to help children acquire knowledge while laughing out loud.
Following the 11th volume, the latest release continues the theme of 'Programming,' which is seeing increased attention. Set at a dinosaur robot tournament, the content naturally teaches children essential concepts they will encounter in their future studies, such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), algorithms, flowcharts, programming languages, coding, bugs, and iterative processing, all within a funny story.
■ 77.1% of Parents Believe Programming is Important
Interest in programming education is soaring. According to a 2025 international survey by the Sprix Education Foundation, 77.1% of Japanese parents responded positively, stating they believe it is important for children to become capable of programming.
With programming education becoming compulsory in elementary schools since 2020 and the addition of 'Information I' to university entrance exams in 2025, information education is becoming more integrated into daily life. This book serves as an ideal entry point for children who might find the subject difficult, using manga's humor and speed to introduce the world of programming.
■ Volume 12: The Ultimate Robot Battle!
In the 12th volume, the science genius Shin uses his programming knowledge to support his team during a fierce dinosaur robot tournament. As readers follow the story, they are naturally exposed to the foundational concepts of computers and programming. Reading it together with Volume 11 will further deepen their understanding of AI and tech.
■ 19 Questions Answered in Volume 12 (Excerpts):
1. What is an AI robot?
2. What is an algorithm?
3. What is a flowchart?
7. What is a bit?
8. What are programming languages?
14. Are there bugs in computers?
15. Is there a job for catching bugs?
17. Is repetition a specialty of computers?
■ Reasons Why 'Tsukame! Rikadaman' is Loved:
1. Even children without a reading habit want to read it: Fast-paced and full of humor.
2. Knowledge is gained through laughter: Daily mysteries are solved through manga.
3. Enjoyable for both parents and children: Packed with facts that surprise even adults.
'Tsukame! Rikadaman' is a highly popular learning manga series that has surpassed a cumulative total of 4 million copies in Japan and South Korea. In Japan alone, it has exceeded 2.5 million copies, gaining widespread support through parental word-of-mouth for its ability to help children acquire knowledge while laughing out loud.
Following the 11th volume, the latest release continues the theme of 'Programming,' which is seeing increased attention. Set at a dinosaur robot tournament, the content naturally teaches children essential concepts they will encounter in their future studies, such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), algorithms, flowcharts, programming languages, coding, bugs, and iterative processing, all within a funny story.
■ 77.1% of Parents Believe Programming is Important
Interest in programming education is soaring. According to a 2025 international survey by the Sprix Education Foundation, 77.1% of Japanese parents responded positively, stating they believe it is important for children to become capable of programming.
With programming education becoming compulsory in elementary schools since 2020 and the addition of 'Information I' to university entrance exams in 2025, information education is becoming more integrated into daily life. This book serves as an ideal entry point for children who might find the subject difficult, using manga's humor and speed to introduce the world of programming.
■ Volume 12: The Ultimate Robot Battle!
In the 12th volume, the science genius Shin uses his programming knowledge to support his team during a fierce dinosaur robot tournament. As readers follow the story, they are naturally exposed to the foundational concepts of computers and programming. Reading it together with Volume 11 will further deepen their understanding of AI and tech.
■ 19 Questions Answered in Volume 12 (Excerpts):
1. What is an AI robot?
2. What is an algorithm?
3. What is a flowchart?
7. What is a bit?
8. What are programming languages?
14. Are there bugs in computers?
15. Is there a job for catching bugs?
17. Is repetition a specialty of computers?
■ Reasons Why 'Tsukame! Rikadaman' is Loved:
1. Even children without a reading habit want to read it: Fast-paced and full of humor.
2. Knowledge is gained through laughter: Daily mysteries are solved through manga.
3. Enjoyable for both parents and children: Packed with facts that surprise even adults.
FAQ
『つかめ！理科ダマン』最新12巻の発売日はいつですか？
2026年7月16日（木）に全国の書店およびインターネット書店で発売されます。
最新12巻の主なテーマは何ですか？
「プログラミング」がテーマです。人工知能（AI）、アルゴリズム、フローチャート、コーディング、バグなどの基礎概念を学びます。
このシリーズの累計部数はどのくらいですか？
日韓累計で400万部、日本国内だけでもシリーズ累計250万部を突破しています。
最新巻の内容は前巻と関連がありますか？
11巻に続きプログラミングをテーマにしており、併せて読むことでAIやプログラミングへの理解がより深まる内容となっています。
プログラミング教育に関する保護者の意識調査の結果はどうなっていますか？
スプリックス教育財団の調査によると、日本の保護者の77.1%が「プログラミングをできるようになることは大切だ」と回答しています。