Based on Keiko Shibata’s wildly popular picture book *The Bread Thief*, the gift set *The Bread Thief: My Beloved Hand Puppet Box*, which includes a hand puppet and the picture book, goes on sale Wednesday, November 11, 2026!

This gift set—featuring a limited-edition hand puppet that looks as if it jumped right out of the picture book—is here to make storytime even more fun!

Contents of “The Bread Thief: Beloved Hand Puppet Box”

A gift set featuring the hand puppet and picture book from the wildly popular “Bread Thief” series!

・The “Bread Thief Hand Puppet,” perfect for storytime and story-sharing sessions
・Compact size, making it convenient to carry around or use for bedtime stories “The Bread Thief Board Book”

This gift set, featuring both items packed into a special box, is now available!
It’s perfect as a Christmas or birthday gift—or even as a treat for yourself.

About the “The Bread Thief Hand Puppet”

This is a limited-edition hand puppet available exclusively in the “The Bread Thief: Beloved Hand Puppet Box.”
The puppet, which looks as if it jumped right out of the picture book, will liven up storytime.
It’s sure to be a big hit, whether at home or in places where lots of kids gather!
*Size: Height 14 cm × Width 16 cm × Depth 15 cm

About “The Bread Thief” Board Book

The wildly popular picture book *The Bread Thief* is finally here as a board book!
This compact board book is convenient for taking on the go or reading aloud in bed.
Its thick, sturdy construction makes it safe even for small children. It’s a picture book you’ll enjoy for years to come.

*Size: 129 mm × 141 mm
*This board book is a revised version of the picture book *The Bread Thief*, first published in 2020; the content remains the same.
*Images, such as the cover and dust jacket, may differ from the actual product.

When is the release date for “The Bread Thief: My Beloved Hand Puppet Box”?

“The Bread Thief: My Beloved Hand Puppet Box,” which includes a “hand puppet” to make storytime even more fun and a “board book” in a convenient, portable size, has been on sale to great acclaim since Wednesday, November 11, 2026!

Why not give it as a gift to someone special for a birthday or Christmas?

Special Gift Set “The Bread Thief: Beloved Hand Puppet Box” Now on Sale as of Wednesday, November 11, 2026!

“The Bread Thief” Product Information

Please check the official website for details.
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