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Ciao' May Issue's Bonus is a Stationery Set!! Let's Start Friendship Activities with Sweet Stationery!

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Published Apr 3, 2026 8:00 PM ・ Updated Jun 16, 2026 10:36 PM ・ 4 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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Ciao' May Issue's Bonus is a Stationery Set!! Let's Start Friendship Activities with Sweet Stationery! — Image: PR TIMES

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The May issue of "Ciao" magazine, released on April 3rd, features a "Sweet Friendship Activity Stationery Set" as its bonus.
This set includes various dessert-themed stationery items designed to help readers connect with their friends.
The issue also commemorates the movie "Detective Conan: The Angel of the Highway" with a special item, offers an "AiPuri" card from a new series, and launches a new serialization called "Nyanpani!".

The May issue of "Ciao" magazine, released on April 3rd, features a "Sweet Friendship Activity Stationery Set" as its bonus. This set includes various dessert-themed stationery items designed to help readers connect with their friends. The issue also commemorates the movie "Detective Conan: The Angel of the Highway" with a special item, offers an "AiPuri" card from a new series, and launches a new serialization called "Nyanpani!".

PRIMARY SOURCE PR TIMES View source Distributor: PR TIMES
Published: Apr 3, 2026

Released Friday, April 3rd: Ciao' May Issue

The bonus is a sweet friendship activity stationery set!

Lots of melt-in-your-mouth sweet stationery. Use them a lot and start your friendship activities!

Adore the cross-section of the cake!

Get to know your friends even better!

Looks just like the real thing!

You'll definitely get noticed!

Comes in stylish packaging!

Let's write lots of letters to our friends!

Commemorating the release of the movie version "Detective Conan: The Angel of the Highway"!!

A magical item that reveals fortunes useful for friendship activities when dipped in water!

There's also a special one-shot chapter!

Fastest Bonus!

Cards for the new series of 'AiPuri' are already included in the bonus!

A special new serialization also begins!

The popular one-shot "Nyanpani!" begins serialization! One day, cat ears and a tail sprouted! I thought I could become the ultimate cute gal with this...

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"Ciao" May Issue

Price: 750 yen (tax included)

Released Friday, April 3, 2026

*Release dates may vary by region.

Published by: Shogakukan

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*The bonus is only included in the print version, not the digital version.

"Ciao" Official Website: Ciao Plus

https://ciao.shogakukan.co.jp/

Ciao Official X

https://x.com/ciao_manga

Ciao Official YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/c/ciao

Ciao Official TikTok

https://www.tiktok.com/@ciao_manga

Ciao Plus Official Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/ciaoplus_official

"Ciao" Overview

It has everything elementary school girls are interested in! Shogakukan's super-entertainment shojo manga magazine that supports readers' love, fashion, and dreams. It's packed with fun manga like 'Shining!' and 'One Second Ahead is Love,' the latest hobby information like the super popular 'Onegai Aipri,' and more. Don't miss the super luxurious monthly bonuses like stationery, bags, accessories, and Ciao-exclusive cards!

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Announced　Apr 3, 2026 8:00 PM — Distributor PR TIMES
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FAQ

What is the release date of the Ciao' May Issue featuring a stationery set bonus?

The Ciao' May Issue was released on Friday, April 3rd, featuring a bonus stationery set designed for friendship activities.

What special feature does the stationery set in the Ciao' May Issue include that relates to friendship?

The stationery set includes a magical item that reveals fortunes useful for friendship activities when dipped in water.

What theme does the bonus stationery set in the Ciao' May Issue have?

The bonus stationery set has a sweet-themed design, featuring items that resemble real cakes and other desserts with realistic cross-sections.

What additional content is included in the Ciao' May Issue besides the stationery set?

The Ciao' May Issue includes a special one-shot chapter and commemorative content for the movie 'Detective Conan: The Angel of the Highway'.

What bonus related to 'AiPuri' is included in the Ciao' May Issue of Ciao'?

The Ciao' May Issue includes cards for the new series of 'AiPuri' as part of the fastest bonus giveaway in the magazine.

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