This scene prompted reactions such as, “Even the background characters are cute!” and “Yoroi-san’s apologetic attitude and the adorable ‘shun...’ from the horned silhouette character are too cute!” Additionally, many comments like, “Yoroi-san will surely be prepared next time so we can buy one,” and “The way he says ‘Please come again!’ really shows Yoroi-san’s character” spoke to the kindness of Pochette no Yoroi-san.

“Chiikawa” is a popular manga created by illustrator Nagano, first serialized on X (formerly Twitter) in 2020. It won the Grand Prize at the “Japan Character Awards 2022” and the “Japan Character Awards 2024” announced in July 2024. With its charming, small characters and the sharp contrast with a sometimes harsh world, it has gained widespread popularity among both adults and children, surpassing 4.24 million followers to date.

The anime “Chiikawa” is currently airing its new series within Fuji TV’s “Mezamashi TV” from July 15, 2025. Additionally, on July 28, the interactive facility “Chiikawa Park” opened at Ikebukuro’s Sunshine City Annex.

■Episode 127 “Popular Pajamas”
【Synopsis】
Yoroi-san’s pajamas are flying off the shelves, but...

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