Two Virgins Co., Ltd. Announcement of the second printing of “The Whale,” a best-selling animal picture book s eries translated into 43 languages ​​and selling over 3.5 million copies worldwide, translated by Miyazawa Hio.

[Two Virgins Co., Ltd.] Announcement of the second printing of “The Hungry Whale,” a best-selling animal picture book series translated into 43 languages ​​and selling over 3.5 million copies worldwide. ​
Two Virgins Inc. Press Release: September 2, 2025 Announcement of the second printing of “The Whale,” a best-selling animal picture book series translated into 43 languages ​​and selling over 3.5 million copies worldwide. “The Horcrux Whale,” published in 2025, has been reprinted for the second time. Image
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■A best-selling picture book series that has sold over 3.5 million copies worldwide and been translated into 43 languages! This is the fourth book in the animal picture book series by popular British author Rachel Bright and illustrator Jim Field, who has worked on numerous best-selling works. Humphrey the whale is on an adventure at the bottom of the vast ocean, searching for something to fill his heart. He’s acquired many things, but no matter how much he collects, his heart remains unsatisfied. Then, one day, Humphrey discovers a beautiful coral reef. As Humphrey tries to collect everything on the reef, a crab appears and asks, “What do you really want?” These words help Humphrey realize his true feelings. He realizes that there is something far more important than material things, something that fills his heart with happiness. ■Actor Hio Miyazawa is in charge of the translation! This is his first translation work Translator’s Comments “What is happiness? Sometimes I think about it. But no matter how much I think about it, the answer never comes… But I really love the happiness depicted in this story.” Miyazawa Hio ■Author/Translator Profile Written by Rachel Bright A multi-award-winning picture book author whose million-selling books have been translated into 43 languages. She loves nothing more than spending ink-covered afternoons in her printmaking studio near the sea, coming up with new ideas. [Author’s website] https://www.rachelbrightbooks.co.uk/
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https://www.instagram.com/rachelbrightbooks/ Illustrations by Jim Field Illustrator, character designer, and animation director. Award-winning, including the Roald Dahl Award and the British Evening Standard Oscar. He lives near Paris with his wife, daughter, and small, grumpy cat. [Author’s website] https://www.jimfield.me/ 【X】https://twitter.com/_jimfield [Instagram]
https://www.instagram.com/_jimfield/ Translated by Hio Miyazawa Born April 24, 1994, in the United States. He made his acting debut in the second series of the 2017 TV drama “Kounodori.” Since then, he has appeared in a succession of popular dramas, films, and stage productions. He won numerous awards, including the Best Supporting Actor award at the 16th Asian Film Awards for his role in the 2023 film “Egoist.” This is his first translated picture book.
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Information】 Release Date: March 27, 2025 Written by: Rachel Bright Illustrated by: Jim Field Translated by: Miyazawa Hio Price: ¥1,760 (¥1,600 tax) Format: A4 size (210mm x 260mm x 9mm) / Hardcover / 32 pages / Full color ISBN: 978-4-86791-045-0