Poplar announces death of children's author Toshiko Kanzawa, 102
Announced October 15; died October 11.
IllustrationPoplar announced October 15 that Toshiko Kanzawa died of old age on October 11, aged 102. Her children's books included Kuma no Ko Ufu, Furaipan Jiisan and Chibikko Kamu no Boken.
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Announced October 15; died October 11.
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Poplar announced October 15 that Toshiko Kanzawa died of old age on October 11, aged 102. Her children's books included Kuma no Ko Ufu, Furaipan Jiisan and Chibikko Kamu no Boken.
The publisher praised a career of more than 300 books. A private funeral followed her and her family's wishes. October 15 is the announcement date, not the death date.
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- ポプラ社 発表 ↗Source publication date: 2026-10-15
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