The publisher Poplar Publishing Co., Ltd. confirmed that the illustrated book series Nezumi-kun no Chokkicreated by Nakashiwo and Noriko Uenowill have a anime adaptation for television. This children's work is widely recognized in Japan for its endearing style and its simple but meaningful messages.
What is it about? Nezumi-kun no Chokki?
The story follows Nezumi-kuna little mouse who always wears a red vest. Throughout his adventures, he interacts with different animals, transmitting values of friendship, empathy and coexistence. The character even appeared in the 3D feature film Tobidasu Ehon in 2010.
A publishing phenomenon with decades of history
The first book in the series was published in 1974and since then the collection has grown to reach 43 volumeswith more than 5 million printed copies. While Nakashiwo was in charge of the narrative, the illustrations were done by Noriko Uenowho died on February 28, 2019.
A legacy that transcends generations
With this adaptation, the Japanese children's classic will seek to conquer a new audience in television format, keeping alive the legacy of its creators and transmitting the tenderness and simplicity that has characterized it for more than four decades.
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