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Celebrate Bonobono's Milestones with Aruku& Walking App

2026 marks two significant anniversaries for the much-loved character Bonobono: the 40th anniversary of the manga series and the 10th anniversary of its anime adaptation. In celebration of these milestones, ONE COMPATH, a member of the TOPPAN Group, is partnering with the walking application Aruku& to launch the 'Bonobono Nonbiri Walk' campaign starting from February 20, 2026.

The Aruku& App is excited to collaborate with Bonobono and its charming characters to create a fun and relaxing walking experience. Participants can engage in activities with Bonobono, the adorable young sea otter, and his various forest friends like Shimaris-kun and Araiguma-kun, fostering a delightful and health-promoting atmosphere.

A Unique Walking Experience

The campaign's premise invites players into a world where Bonobono and his friends interact with them in a virtual town. Users are encouraged to assist these cherished characters with fun and engaging tasks. When you meet residents like Bonobono on the app’s map and complete their walking requests—like achieving a certain number of steps within a specific timeframe—you'll earn 'Bonobono Walk Cards.' These unique cards can be entered into a draw for exciting prizes, including a personally signed children's book by the original author, Mikio Igarashi, and exclusive plush toys among other treats.

As you walk and help Bonobono’s friends, you can also collect special stamps by completing missions or challenges tailored to enhance user experience. A total of 15 exciting missions awaits you, with rewards for both bronze and gold completions.

Campaign Highlights:

1. Meet Bonobono and Friends: Characters from the series randomly appear as residents within the app, creating a lively and dynamic environment that changes with every interaction. Notably, the event will include guest characters voiced by members of the popular boy band LIL LEAGUE, who contribute their flair to the campaign with engaging storylines and delightful encounters.

2. Complete Walking Challenges: Through random encounters with Bonobono and his pals, users will receive specific walking tasks (e.g., walk 1,000 steps within three hours). Successfully completing these tasks rewards you with useful cards that can be entered in lotteries for fabulous prizes, including signed copies of the children's book, plush toys, and chocolate snacks.

Event Prize Details

• - Campaign Duration: February 20, 2026, 00:00 - March 12, 2026, 23:59 (JST)
• - Prizes:

- Three signed copies of Mikio Igarashi's book 'About Our Forest'
- 15 plush toys of Bonobono (L size)
- 300 snacks redeemable at convenience stores

Additional Engaging Features

Users can purchase in-app currency called Potastones allowing them to accept multiple requests from residents simultaneously, start distant resident tasks, and extend the time limit for tasks they might have struggled with. This feature enhances the gameplay strategy while incentivizing users to increase their engagement with the app.

About Bonobono

First introduced in 1986, the comic series created by Mikio Igarashi has gone on to sell over 9.5 million copies. The TV anime adaption has been airing successfully on Fuji TV every Saturday morning, continuing to captivate audiences with Bonobono's adventures and his reflections on life through the eyes of this gentle and inquisitive sea otter.

With a collection of comics and various spin-off materials available, including DVDs and children's books, Bonobono continues to thrive as a symbol of comfort and joy for fans of all ages.

LIL LEAGUE’s Contribution

The youthful boy band LIL LEAGUE, renowned for their fantastic choreography and vocal talents, has expressed their excitement in being part of this anniversary campaign, contributing to the event theme with their hit single 'The Walk.' Their involvement not only elevates the campaign’s appeal but also resonates with the younger audience who admire their music.

In conclusion, the 'Bonobono Nonbiri Walk' campaign presents an exciting opportunity for fans and newcomers alike to engage with Bonobono's world actively. Download the Aruku& app, step into Bonobono's shoes, and enjoy a delightful journey filled with rewards and heartwarming interactions!

For more details and updates, visit the official Bonobono website or their social media channels. Don't miss out on this unique experience!

Company Background

The Aruku& app has been active since November 2016, and it offers features that foster community walking habits among users while enabling them to collect resident characters and participate in local prize draws. It's designed to promote health in a fun and engaging way, making walking a rewarding activity.

For additional information about ONE COMPATH, the company behind the app, visit their official site.