Introducing the Charming Picture Book 'Nori Nori! Onigiri-kun' Based on Popular Children's Song
On July 2, 2026, the highly anticipated picture book "Nori Nori! Onigiri-kun" will be released by Sekai Bunkasha, located in Chiyoda, Tokyo. This book is based on the playfully popular children's song that has garnered over 500,000 views online, sung by renowned artists Sho Fukuda and Tsubasa Suzuki.
The book presents an engaging journey alongside a lively cast of characters embodied by Onigiri-kun, accompanied by catchy phrases like "Nori Nori♪ Furi Furi♪" and humorous sound effects such as "Okkakkakka~" that are sure to delight children and encourage family reading time. As parents read this book aloud, they will be delighted to see their children jamming along to the rhythm and enjoying the vibrant illustrations.
Inside the pages of "Nori Nori! Onigiri-kun", various types of onigiri—like salmon, plum, and seaweed—are presented. Young readers will be invited to contemplate what Onigiri-kun wants to become while being exposed to fun food-related lessons. It's a fabulous way to kickstart food education in a lighthearted manner, making it an excellent addition for classrooms and home libraries.
Sho Fukuda (Author) is a well-established creator of play songs. After working in a daycare for eight years, he began his professional journey in 2014. He is notably recognized for writing and composing the song “Ohayou!” which was featured in NHK E-Tele’s educational program “Okasan to Issho” in February 2018. Additionally, he has appeared on the program “Soreike! Anpanman Kurabu” on BS Nippon TV. Fukuda made his picture book debut in 2020 with "Oide Oide" published by Aka-chan to Mama-sha and released his first original full album, titled "Tomodachi no Hana", under Nippon Columbia. To celebrate his 10th year in the industry in 2024, he will hold a concert titled "Colorful Lululu♪" and is set to appear as a singer on NHK’s stage show "100-nen Do-mokun ga Iku!" in 2025.
Yuya Kumazawa (Illustrator) graduated from Saga Art College and Osaka Design College, quickly making a name for himself in the illustration field through various competitions, including The Choice. His illustrative style focuses primarily on children’s literature, contributing to various works such as "Oide Oide" (written by Sho Fukuda), "Machi no Ofuroya-san" (a color panel theater also written by Fukuda), "Ano na, Kore wa Himitsu ya de!" (written by Shigenori Kusunoki), and "Hana-kunkun" (written by Shoichi Nejima), among many others.
Title: Nori Nori! Onigiri-kun
Release Date: July 2, 2026
Price: 1,540 yen (tax included)
Format: B5 variant / 32 pages
Published by: Sekai Bunkasha Wonder Group
Published and sold by: Sekai Bunkasha
Learn more here!
Purchase on Amazon!
The book presents an engaging journey alongside a lively cast of characters embodied by Onigiri-kun, accompanied by catchy phrases like "Nori Nori♪ Furi Furi♪" and humorous sound effects such as "Okkakkakka~" that are sure to delight children and encourage family reading time. As parents read this book aloud, they will be delighted to see their children jamming along to the rhythm and enjoying the vibrant illustrations.
Inside the pages of "Nori Nori! Onigiri-kun", various types of onigiri—like salmon, plum, and seaweed—are presented. Young readers will be invited to contemplate what Onigiri-kun wants to become while being exposed to fun food-related lessons. It's a fabulous way to kickstart food education in a lighthearted manner, making it an excellent addition for classrooms and home libraries.
About the Creators
Sho Fukuda (Author) is a well-established creator of play songs. After working in a daycare for eight years, he began his professional journey in 2014. He is notably recognized for writing and composing the song “Ohayou!” which was featured in NHK E-Tele’s educational program “Okasan to Issho” in February 2018. Additionally, he has appeared on the program “Soreike! Anpanman Kurabu” on BS Nippon TV. Fukuda made his picture book debut in 2020 with "Oide Oide" published by Aka-chan to Mama-sha and released his first original full album, titled "Tomodachi no Hana", under Nippon Columbia. To celebrate his 10th year in the industry in 2024, he will hold a concert titled "Colorful Lululu♪" and is set to appear as a singer on NHK’s stage show "100-nen Do-mokun ga Iku!" in 2025.
Yuya Kumazawa (Illustrator) graduated from Saga Art College and Osaka Design College, quickly making a name for himself in the illustration field through various competitions, including The Choice. His illustrative style focuses primarily on children’s literature, contributing to various works such as "Oide Oide" (written by Sho Fukuda), "Machi no Ofuroya-san" (a color panel theater also written by Fukuda), "Ano na, Kore wa Himitsu ya de!" (written by Shigenori Kusunoki), and "Hana-kunkun" (written by Shoichi Nejima), among many others.
Publication Overview
Title: Nori Nori! Onigiri-kun
Release Date: July 2, 2026
Price: 1,540 yen (tax included)
Format: B5 variant / 32 pages
Published by: Sekai Bunkasha Wonder Group
Published and sold by: Sekai Bunkasha
Learn more here!
Purchase on Amazon!
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