[Author Rei Kudou's Book Review Released!] Sakura Momoko's New Essay Collection and Hilarious Travelogue 'Tabitabi' is a Great Success!
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- [Author Rei Kudou's Book Review Released!] Sakura Momoko's New Essay Collection and Hilarious Travelogue 'Tabitabi' is a Great Success!
- Shinchosha has released Sakura Momoko's travel essay collection 'Tabitabi'. The book includes 11 previously unpublished essays from the magazine 'Fujisan', offering a humorous record of Momoko's travels. To commemorate the release, author Rei Kudou's book review has been published on 'Book Bang', praising the charm of Momoko's free-spirited journeys.
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- Date: June 12, 2026
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Shinchosha has released Sakura Momoko's travel essay collection 'Tabitabi'. The book includes 11 previously unpublished essays from the magazine 'Fujisan', offering a humorous record of Momoko's travels. To commemorate the release, author Rei Kudou's book review has been published on 'Book Bang', praising the charm of Momoko's free-spirited journeys.
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Shinchosha has released Sakura Momoko's travel essay collection 'Tabitabi'. The book includes 11 previously unpublished essays from the magazine 'Fujisan', offering a humorous record of Momoko's travels. To commemorate the release, author Rei Kudou's book review has been published on 'Book Bang', praising the charm of Momoko's free-spirited journeys.
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Shinchosha Co., Ltd. published Sakura Momoko's essay collection 'Tabitabi' on Wednesday, March 25th.
This is a travel essay collection, fully embodying Momoko's world, containing 11 essays published in the magazine 'Fujisan' that have never been published in book form before.
To celebrate its great success, author Rei Kudou's book review will be published on 'Book Bang'. Kudou, who has also written many travel-related essays, will write extensively about the charm of Sakura's free and uninhibited travels.
Rei Kudou's book review can be found here.
'Tabitabi' is a travel essay collection, fully embodying Momoko's world, containing 11 essays published in the miraculous, hilarious magazine 'Fujisan', which Sakura Momoko served as editor-in-chief, and which have never been published in book form before.
This is the first new collection of written essays by Sakura Momoko since 'Onbu ni Datto' (Shogakukan). Amidst the nationwide tour of the 'Sakura Momoko Exhibition', which has been a great success in various locations, this long-awaited new work is now available.
Utrecht, where she met Dick Bruna, the creator of Miffy. Hong Kong, where she became enthusiastic about Chinese tea and shopped extensively! Kyoto! Osaka! Fukuoka! Eating her fill everywhere. Reuniting with a beloved person in Bali, her favorite place...
Whether traveling domestically or internationally, wherever Momoko goes, there is laughter. This is a travel essay that guarantees laughter with every turn of the page.
You can read a part of this book here.
■ Recommended by Ryoo Asai!
She is considerate but not reserved. Reading the author's travel essays, the exquisite balance of these qualities is very comforting.
(Quoted from 'The Non-Daily is Also Daily', included at the end of 'Tabitabi')
■ About 'Fujisan'
A miraculous and interesting magazine, for which Sakura Momoko served as editor-in-chief, handling almost everything from planning and interviews to writing and manga.
It was launched in 2000, and a total of 5 issues were published. The hilariously funny essays are collected in 'Sakurabi' and 'Matatabi' (both published by Shinchosha Bunko).
'Fujisan' Issue 1
Issue 2, Issue 3, Issue 4, Issue 5
'Sakurabi' (Shinchosha Bunko) 'Matatabi' (Shinchosha Bunko)
■ Table of Contents
Hello, Mr. Bruna
Fukushima: Let's Play in the Countryside!!
Momoko Tries Tea Picking
Momoko's Do-As-You-Please Journey: Kyoto
A Moving Journey: Bali
Osaka: A Journey of Full Satisfaction and Enjoyment
An Experience of a Nearby Foreign Country!? Niigata Russia Village
Hong Kong: A Tea Buying Peddler's Journey
Yamaguchi Prefecture: Akiyoshido, Hagi, and Shimonoseki Aquarium
Fukuoka: Everything is Delicious
Beautiful Summer Furano
■ Book Description
Momoko's world in full bloom, a long-awaited travel book! From Utrecht, where she went to meet Miffy's creator Bruna, to the stunningly beautiful summer in Furano. 11 unpublished essays born from the miraculous, hilarious magazine 'Fujisan'! It's funny with every page you turn!
■ Author Introduction
Sakura Momoko
Born in Shimizu City, Shizuoka Prefecture (now Shimizu Ward) in 1965. Debuted as a manga artist in 1984. Began serializing 'Chibi Maruko-chan' in 'Ribon' in 1986, received the Kodansha Manga Award in 1989 (Heisei 1), and gained national popularity when it was adapted into a TV anime in 1990. She also wrote the lyrics for the ending theme 'Odoru Pompokolin', which won the Japan Record Award that year. Since then, she has been highly active in her unique world of works, blending nonsense, fairy tales, and comedy. Her essay trilogy 'Momo no Kanzume' has all become million-sellers. Other works include the manga 'Coji Coji', 'Kami no Chikarakko Shinbun', the essay trilogy 'Ano Koro', and 'Hitorizumou'. The magazine 'Fujisan' (5 issues), edited by Sakura Momoko, was also a topic of conversation.
■ Book Data
【Title】Tabitabi
【Author】Sakura Momoko
【Design】Shin Sofue + Karen Shima (cozfish)
【Release Date】March 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
【Format】Hardcover, B6 variant
【Price】1,870 yen (tax included)
【ISBN】978-4-10-407306-1
【URL】https://www.shinchosha.co.jp/book/407306/
This is a travel essay collection, fully embodying Momoko's world, containing 11 essays published in the magazine 'Fujisan' that have never been published in book form before.
To celebrate its great success, author Rei Kudou's book review will be published on 'Book Bang'. Kudou, who has also written many travel-related essays, will write extensively about the charm of Sakura's free and uninhibited travels.
Rei Kudou's book review can be found here.
'Tabitabi' is a travel essay collection, fully embodying Momoko's world, containing 11 essays published in the miraculous, hilarious magazine 'Fujisan', which Sakura Momoko served as editor-in-chief, and which have never been published in book form before.
This is the first new collection of written essays by Sakura Momoko since 'Onbu ni Datto' (Shogakukan). Amidst the nationwide tour of the 'Sakura Momoko Exhibition', which has been a great success in various locations, this long-awaited new work is now available.
Utrecht, where she met Dick Bruna, the creator of Miffy. Hong Kong, where she became enthusiastic about Chinese tea and shopped extensively! Kyoto! Osaka! Fukuoka! Eating her fill everywhere. Reuniting with a beloved person in Bali, her favorite place...
Whether traveling domestically or internationally, wherever Momoko goes, there is laughter. This is a travel essay that guarantees laughter with every turn of the page.
You can read a part of this book here.
■ Recommended by Ryoo Asai!
She is considerate but not reserved. Reading the author's travel essays, the exquisite balance of these qualities is very comforting.
(Quoted from 'The Non-Daily is Also Daily', included at the end of 'Tabitabi')
■ About 'Fujisan'
A miraculous and interesting magazine, for which Sakura Momoko served as editor-in-chief, handling almost everything from planning and interviews to writing and manga.
It was launched in 2000, and a total of 5 issues were published. The hilariously funny essays are collected in 'Sakurabi' and 'Matatabi' (both published by Shinchosha Bunko).
'Fujisan' Issue 1
Issue 2, Issue 3, Issue 4, Issue 5
'Sakurabi' (Shinchosha Bunko) 'Matatabi' (Shinchosha Bunko)
■ Table of Contents
Hello, Mr. Bruna
Fukushima: Let's Play in the Countryside!!
Momoko Tries Tea Picking
Momoko's Do-As-You-Please Journey: Kyoto
A Moving Journey: Bali
Osaka: A Journey of Full Satisfaction and Enjoyment
An Experience of a Nearby Foreign Country!? Niigata Russia Village
Hong Kong: A Tea Buying Peddler's Journey
Yamaguchi Prefecture: Akiyoshido, Hagi, and Shimonoseki Aquarium
Fukuoka: Everything is Delicious
Beautiful Summer Furano
■ Book Description
Momoko's world in full bloom, a long-awaited travel book! From Utrecht, where she went to meet Miffy's creator Bruna, to the stunningly beautiful summer in Furano. 11 unpublished essays born from the miraculous, hilarious magazine 'Fujisan'! It's funny with every page you turn!
■ Author Introduction
Sakura Momoko
Born in Shimizu City, Shizuoka Prefecture (now Shimizu Ward) in 1965. Debuted as a manga artist in 1984. Began serializing 'Chibi Maruko-chan' in 'Ribon' in 1986, received the Kodansha Manga Award in 1989 (Heisei 1), and gained national popularity when it was adapted into a TV anime in 1990. She also wrote the lyrics for the ending theme 'Odoru Pompokolin', which won the Japan Record Award that year. Since then, she has been highly active in her unique world of works, blending nonsense, fairy tales, and comedy. Her essay trilogy 'Momo no Kanzume' has all become million-sellers. Other works include the manga 'Coji Coji', 'Kami no Chikarakko Shinbun', the essay trilogy 'Ano Koro', and 'Hitorizumou'. The magazine 'Fujisan' (5 issues), edited by Sakura Momoko, was also a topic of conversation.
■ Book Data
【Title】Tabitabi
【Author】Sakura Momoko
【Design】Shin Sofue + Karen Shima (cozfish)
【Release Date】March 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
【Format】Hardcover, B6 variant
【Price】1,870 yen (tax included)
【ISBN】978-4-10-407306-1
【URL】https://www.shinchosha.co.jp/book/407306/
FAQ
What is 'Tabitabi' about?
It is a travelogue containing 11 previously unpublished essays by Sakura Momoko, originally published in the magazine 'Fujisan'. It humorously depicts events from domestic and international travels.
Who is the author of 'Tabitabi'?
The author is Sakura Momoko, known for the national hit manga 'Chibi Maruko-chan'.
Where can I read Rei Kudou's book review?
The book review by author Rei Kudou is available on 'Book Bang'.
When was 'Tabitabi' released?
It was released on Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
Tell me about the magazine 'Fujisan'.
It was a unique magazine edited by Sakura Momoko, who also handled planning, writing, and manga. It was launched in 2000 and published a total of 5 issues.