Exciting News: The Highly Anticipated Release of Banana Sand's Book!

The Launch of 'Head and Bottom Encyclopedia' from Banana Sand

Fans of the hit TBS show, "Banana Sand," have reason to celebrate as their favorite program's first-ever book is about to hit the shelves. Scheduled for release on August 19, 2026, this exciting new book, titled "Banana Sand: Head and Bottom Encyclopedia," will include an impressive collection of games that everyone from children to adults can enjoy.

What’s inside the Book?

The book compiles 225 questions and 683 words from the popular segment known as "Tension-Bursting Games." The games are designed to be fun, engaging, and suitable for various levels of difficulty, ensuring that players of all skills can participate. Among the featured games, the standout is the "Head and Bottom Game," which is structured into five levels of increasing difficulty from "super easy" to "super hard."

Each game comes with furigana over every kanji, making it accessible even for those who can only read hiragana. This distinctive feature allows anyone to dive into the fun without feeling overwhelmed. The book includes five popular games:

- Head and Bottom Game
- Three-Character Association Game
- Thief! Round Stick Game
- Plus Minus One Game
- Express Language Hide-and-Seek

Fun for Everyone!

With the flexibility to be enjoyed alone or shared with siblings and friends, this book is perfect for family game nights or gatherings. It’s an excellent way to improve vocabulary and stimulate the brain while having loads of fun. Parents will appreciate how the book engages kids while also providing a platform for family interaction.

Enhance the Fun with a Card Game!

To elevate the gaming experience, there's also a card game titled "Banana Sand Head and Bottom Game," which will be available for purchase starting December 4, 2023. This card game can be enjoyed alongside the book to enhance the thrill and enjoyment of playing together. Priced at ¥2,200 (including tax), it makes a perfect gift when paired with the book, fostering an even more interactive experience.

About the Show

"Banana Sand" is a highly popular variety program that premiered in April 2021 on TBS Television. Starring comedians Banana Man and Sandwich Man, the show has captured audiences with its entertaining game segments, which include fun challenges around the Japanese language. Its broad appeal to both adults and children, combined with engaging gameplay, keeps viewers eagerly tuning in each week.

The show's game app, "Head and Bottom Game" (TBS Television), and the upcoming card game published by KADOKAWA, are already receiving positive feedback from fans, affirming the show's strong following.

Stay tuned for the book's release in August 2026 and don't miss out on the chance to enjoy games with your loved ones. For more information, please visit the official show website at TBS Banana Sand, where you can catch episodes every Tuesday night from 8:00 to 8:55 PM (note: some broadcast times may vary).