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<\/a><\/p>\r\nThe picture book “Dosun the Panda: Boku no Okini Iri” is the story of Dosun, a panda born in Ueno, Tokyo, and Rinzo, a dog.<\/p>\r\n
The pictures were drawn by Yumiko Nishimura, an illustrator from Joetsu City, and the story was written by her daughter Ai, who was in the 5th grade of elementary school. The work won the Excellence Award at the 2021 Picture Book Publication Awards and was published in book form.<\/p>\r\n Ai Nishimura Eleven original paintings are on display at the exhibition.<\/p>\r\n Visitor In the story, there is a scene in which Dosun the panda worries about the sudden disappearance of Lindow the canine, which is said to be sympathetic to readers.<\/p>\r\n Nishimura says he was influenced by Dick Bruna, the artist known for his Miffy the rabbit, in terms of coloring and other aspects.<\/p>\r\n<\/a><\/p>\r\n<\/a><\/p>\r\n
\r\nI have always loved to write stories. I wrote Dosun by combining my experiences and thoughts after I got a dog, and I was inspired to write it. I hope people will read it while thinking of their families and the people they love.”<\/p>\r\n<\/a><\/p>\r\n
\r\nI heard it’s in (my grandson’s) school library. I wanted to meet the person who drew it. I like the scene of the bamboo sushi shop. Just looking at it soothes me. It is good before going to bed. It’s a story that makes you feel tender.”<\/p>\r\n<\/a><\/p>\r\n<\/a><\/p>\r\n