Generations Rejoice: Beloved Picture Book 'Nezumi-kun's Vest' Gets Star-Studded Anime Adaptation
The beloved classic picture book, “Nezumi-kun’s Vest” (Nezumi-kun no Chokki), is set to be adapted into an anime series on NHK E-tele starting April 4, 2026, a revelation that has sparked significant buzz on social media. The “Nezumi-kun’s Picture Book” series, cherished for over 50 years, will finally air as a weekly TV anime every Saturday morning at 9:30 AM, prompting numerous fans to express their surprise and delight. Posts like “I can’t believe it’s getting an anime!” and “So nostalgic!” are flooding timelines, with many recalling childhood memories, saying “I read this in elementary school” or “I was obsessed with reading it.” A major point of interest is the star-studded cast. Kenjiro Tsuda has been announced to voice Nezumi-kun, the protagonist, alongside Mamiko Noto, leading to excited comments from fans such as “Kenjiro Tsuda and Mamiko Noto for Nezumi-kun’s Vest!” and “This duo is incredibly exciting!” Some comments even hinted at adult-oriented expectations given the pairi...