Shogakukan begins adapting 20 complete picture books as narrated short animations on September 15
Shogakukan launched the project on September 15 with twenty books ranging from long-running titles to recent works. The adaptations retain the original illustrations while adding motion direction and read-aloud narration. Initial distribution uses d Anime Store, its Niconico outlet, its Prime Video channel and its LINE Manga service, with additional services promised later. No per-title release calendar, territory expansion or language plan has been announced.
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