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Exhibiting at the Higurashi Picture Book Fair! Receive an original 'Daisuki! Shiritori' pin badge with your purchase of our picture books

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Published Mar 31, 2026 4:10 PM ・ Updated Jun 17, 2026 9:59 AM ・ 6 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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Micro Magazine's Children's Book Editorial Department will participate in the 'Higurashi Picture Book Fair' on April 5th at 'Panya no Honya' in Nippori.
Attendees who purchase picture books at the booth will receive an original pin badge, and the event will feature various activities including readings and workshops.

Micro Magazine's Children's Book Editorial Department will participate in the 'Higurashi Picture Book Fair' on April 5th at 'Panya no Honya' in Nippori. Attendees who purchase picture books at the booth will receive an original pin badge, and the event will feature various activities including readings and workshops.

PRIMARY SOURCE Original source: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000002656.000048095.html Distributor: PR TIMES
Published: Mar 31, 2026

On April 5, the Micro Magazine Children's Book Editorial Department will be exhibiting at the "Higurashi Picture Book Fair" held at "Panya no Honya" in Nippori.

"Higurashi Picture Book Fair" Date and Time: Sunday, April 5, 2026, 10:00–15:00 (Cancelled in case of rain) Location: Panya no Honya http://higurashi-garden.co.jp/#book 2-6-7 Nishi-Nippori, Arakawa-ku, Tokyo TEL: 03-6806-6444

Four publishers will be exhibiting at this event dedicated to enjoying picture books. Each table will introduce recommended picture books. There will also be author autograph sessions and workshop events.

Micro Magazine Children's Book Editorial Department Booth Details - Introduction of recommended spring picture books from the Children's Book Editorial Department. - Customers who purchase our picture books on the day will receive an original pin badge from the popular picture book "Daisuki! Shiritori" (I Love You! Word Chain).

[Free Participation Events] - Let's play "Daisuki! Shiritori" together! - Take cool photos with the role-playing picture book "Densha Gokko" (Playing Train). - Picture book reading session.

Recommended Picture Book Introductions

"Daisuki! Shiritori" Play word chain (shiritori) with Mom and Dad and give lots of "squeezes!" This is a word-play picture book that encourages physical affection while telling your child "I love you." Author/Illustrator: Yuko Kato ISBN: 9784867168967 B5 variant size / 30 pages Price: 1,100 yen (Base price 1,000 yen + 10% tax)

"Densha Gokko" Possibly the first in the world! An amazing picture book where parents and children can enter the book to enjoy the story and play pretend. Author: Hiroyuki Arai ISBN: 9784896379280 A4 variant size / 18 pages Price: 1,925 yen (Base price 1,750 yen + 10% tax)

There are plenty of other fun picture books! Please come and visit us.

Micro Magazine Children's Book Editorial Department The Children's Book Editorial Department publishes a wide variety of books, including "Okaasan wa ne" (Mommy, You Know), which has sold over 1.5 million copies worldwide, and "Obentobako-san Konnichiwa!" (Hello, Lunchbox!) and "Tasu Hiku Neko" (The Plus and Minus Cat), which were selected for the Miraiya Picture Book Award. Children's Book Editorial Department Official Website: https://kodomono-hon.com/

Our social media accounts are also sharing various information, including new release information for children's books centered on picture books, how-to-play videos, and giveaway campaigns! X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/micromagazine03 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kodomono_hon/ YouTube: https://t.co/y2dgYIvkOE TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kodomono_hon

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FAQ

When and where will the Higurashi Picture Book Fair take place in 2026?

The Higurashi Picture Book Fair will take place on Sunday, April 5, 2026, from 10:00 to 15:00 at Panya no Honya, located at 2-6-7 Nishi-Nippori, Arakawa-ku, Tokyo.

What free gift will customers receive when purchasing picture books from Micro Magazine at the fair?

Customers who purchase picture books from the Micro Magazine Children's Book Editorial Department on April 5, 2026, will receive an original 'Daisuki! Shiritori' pin badge as a free gift.

Which two featured picture books will be promoted by Micro Magazine at their exhibition booth?

Micro Magazine will promote 'Daisuki! Shiritori' by Yuko Kato and 'Densha Gokko' by Hiroyuki Arai at their booth during the Higurashi Picture Book Fair on April 5, 2026.

What are the price and page count of the picture book 'Densha Gokko' by Hiroyuki Arai?

The picture book 'Densha Gokko' by Hiroyuki Arai is priced at 1,925 yen, has 18 pages, and is published in A4 variant size with ISBN 9784896379280.

What interactive activities will be available at the Micro Magazine booth during the picture book fair?

At the Micro Magazine booth, attendees can play 'Daisuki! Shiritori', take photos with the 'Densha Gokko' role-playing book, and participate in a picture book reading session on April 5, 2026.

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