[KADOKAWA Corporation] A new character is born from “Fujimi L Bunko,” celebrating its 11th anniversary! To celebrate the 11th anniversary, we’re also running a campaign where you can read original short stories from popular titles!
KADOKAWA Co., Ltd. Press release: October 1, 2025 To Members of the Press A new character is born from “Fujimi L Bunko,” celebrating its 11th anniversary! To celebrate the 11th anniversary, we’re also running a campaign where you can read original short stories from popular titles! KADOKAWA Corporation (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Director, Representative Executive Officer, President and CEO) Fujimi L Bunko, a paperback label published by Fujimi L Bunko (CEO: Takeshi Natsuno), celebrated its 11th anniversary in 2025 thanks to the support of its readers.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/7006/17842/7006-17842-553ee0b710f44cfb0f4ca641786d0c2b-620×620.png Character Design / attic A cute new penguin character is born in Fujimi L Bunko! We’re looking for names from our readers! [Character Profile] ▼Dialogue I love reading leisurely! ▼Profile I’m a laid-back person who spends more than half of my day in this position. I have so many books I want to read, and the pile of books on my head keeps growing, which is both a worry and a joy. ▼Favorite things
・Reading・Relaxing ・Counting the books you have piled up in your head How to Apply Please read the notes and enter the required information on the special website to apply. Apply here! ▼URL
https://kdq.jp/11th_penguin ●Application period From Wednesday, October 1, 2025 to Thursday, January 15, 2026, 11:59 PM ●Prizes The selected applicant (1 lucky person) will receive a 10,000 yen NEXT Book Card! *Prizes are scheduled to be shipped in late February 2026. *If there are multiple applicants with the same name, a lottery will be held. ●Announcement of Results The results will be announced on the Fujimi L Bunko official website or official social media accounts (scheduled for early February 2026). ●Notes – Each person may only submit one entry. – Your application may not be accepted properly if you use device-dependent characters or access the site from a poor internet connection. – If you click “Go back to previous screen” in your browser while entering your information, your application may not be submitted correctly. To return to the previous screen, be sure to use the “Back” button at the bottom of the page. – If no input is performed for a long period of time, the system may time out. – Your application will not be accepted if any information is missing or incorrect. – Prizes will only be shipped to addresses within Japan. – A condition of application and selection is that the prize will not be transferred (including resale or auctioning). If transfer is discovered, the prize may be required to be returned. – Please confirm your settings in advance to ensure you can receive emails from “el-l-support@ml.kadokawa.jp (PC email address).” If your name is selected, you must register your prize delivery address by the deadline using the dedicated form. Please note that if you do not register, the prize will not be delivered. – The personal information you provide will be used in accordance with our Privacy Policy (https://group.kadokawa.co.jp/privacy_policy/main.html). – We shall not be liable for any damages incurred by customers in connection with their application, except in cases of gross negligence on our part. ▼Contact us▼ KADOKAWA Customer Support
(https://wwws.kadokawa.co.jp/support/contact/) *Please be sure to specify “Regarding the Fujimi L Bunko New Character Name Contest.” *Support is limited to Japan. 2. Read an original short story when you purchase the designated book! Purchase the new Fujimi L Bunko releases for October or November and get access to exclusive, original short stories from popular works! ●How to view 1. Purchase the eligible book with the promotional band at a bookstore. ▼ 2. Scan the QR code on the back of the campaign label or enter the URL directly to access the site. ▼ 3. Read short stories from all 9 popular titles on a special page! *You can enjoy all stories from any title. ● Viewing Period Until 23:59, Thursday, April 30, 2026 Notes – For PC and smartphone use (may not be available on some devices). – Short stories cannot be downloaded. – All communication and phone charges incurred when viewing are the responsibility of the user. – Publication or distribution to third parties or online via social media is strictly prohibited. – Due to unavoidable circumstances, such as system issues, the video may be closed without notice, even during the viewing period. ●Books eligible for the campaign *This campaign applies to new releases from October and November that are labeled with the Fujimi L Bunko 11th Anniversary Fair obi. *You can read all the short stories by purchasing any one volume. ▼Released on October 15th 『The White Wolf and the Spirited-Away Girl, Part 2: At the End of the Journey, I Made a Pinky Promise with the Divine Messenger’ ‘The Shrine Maiden is a Wicked Woman You are the watchdog that will kill me.” “Hekiun Monogatari 2 (Part 1) ~When a Girl Like Me Enters an All-Boys School in the Spiritual Realm~”” “Kakuriyo no Yadomeshi 13: A company trip to the Ayakashi Inn. 』 ▼Released November 14th 『The Duckling of Seiryu Shrine Dance with the Cursed Object on a Moonlit Night’ ‘The Bride of an Imperial Guardsman’ ‘Hekiun Monogatari 2 (Part 2) ~What if a Girl Like Me Entered an All-Boys School in the Spiritual Realm?~』 『Lady Barrett Doesn’t Know the Blueprint of Love: The Pale-Skinned Mechanical Doll and the Heartbeat of Beginnings’ ● Bibliography of Short Stories “My Happy Marriage” “In Love with a Dragon” “The Concubine’s Caretaker” “The Oboro Bride” The Tale of Hekiun Penguin Master The White Wolf and the Spirited-Away Girl “Guardian Princess of the Demon-Hunting Shrine” “My Husband’s Co-Worker Might Be an Elf” *The SS lineup is subject to change. Related Information ■ “Fujimi L Bunko 11th Anniversary” Special Website:
https://lbunko.kadokawa.co.jp/special/11th_LCP/ ■Fujimi L Bunko official website: https://lbunko.kadokawa.co.jp/ ■Fujimi L Bunko official