Gurunpa’s Kindergarten

Gurunpa’s Kindergarten is a beloved children’s book from over 50 years ago, first released in 1965. The longtime favorite book was written by Minami Nishiuchi and illustrated by Seiichi Horiuchi. The story stars Groompa the large elephant, who works at all kinds of places, including a shoe store, piano factory, automobile factory, and more.

No matter what age they re-read the book, readers are moved by Gurunpa’s determined character every time. Now you can have this beloved book, too.

Text © Minami Nishiuchi 1965
Illustrations © Seiichi Horiuchi 1965

Minami Nishiuchi

Born in 1938 in Kyoto. Graduated from Tokyo Women’s University. Worked as a copywriter for an advertising agency after graduating. At the encouragement of Seiichi Horiuchi, wrote Gurunpa’s Kindergarten, her first children’s book. Has since released many other children’s books, including Yu and the Troublesome Rhino (published by Fukuinkan Shoten) and When You Think It, Do It! (published by Kogumasha).

Seiichi Horiuchi

1932-1987

Born in Tokyo. Worked as a graphic designer for several publications including camera and fashion magazines. Also illustrated many children’s books, including How Many Cars?, Branky the Black Horse, Stop, Taro!, Crossing the Snow, The Secret Garden (all published by Fukuinkan Shoten), and The Doll’s House (published by Iwanami Shoten).

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Photographer: Product Detail: Hiroyuki Oe

Gurunpa’s Kindergarten

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Specifications

Size	H: 195mm x W: 270mm x T: 7mm / H: 7.7" x W: 10.6" x T: 0.3"
Weight	Approx. 260 g
Main material	Paper

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