Let's be real, for many of us, the best part about Japanese magazines isn't the articles – it's the insane freebies! These aren't your average bonus items; we're talking everything from stylish bags and watches to actual clothes and collectible figures. Each issue tries to one-up the last!
But the super popular Shogakukan children's magazine, Shogaku Ichinensei, released its April issue on February 21st, and this time, to celebrate its 100th anniversary, the content and freebies are incredibly luxurious, exciting many kids and adults alike!
The absolute showstopper this time around is the super cute "Talking Pikachu Alarm Clock." This isn't just any alarm clock; it's an upgraded version of the "Talking Pikachu Alarm Clock" that completely sold out with last year's April issue!
Pikachu dons a yellow cap and a red school bag, transforming into an adorable first-grader! And get this, the school bag is detachable! The alarm clock comes with 5 different voice lines, with Pikachu waking you up in its signature cute voice! Press a button, and it even plays the classic commercial jingle "Pikka Pika no Ichinensei♪."
But wait, there's more! Beyond the Pikachu alarm clock, there's another super luxurious freebie: a complete volume of "Doraemon" manga!
This isn't just a few pages; it's a full-fledged, official manga volume with its own cover. Packed with 148 pages and 19 exciting stories, it's perfect for both kids and their parents to revisit these classic and heartwarming tales!
Honestly, these kinds of epic magazine freebies are par for the course in Japan, and the creativity just keeps leveling up. This 100th-anniversary April issue of "Shogaku Ichinensei" was released on February 21, 2025. If you're keen to snag one, you might still be able to find it at stores that import Japanese magazines.
via： 《小學一年生》官網