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Manga Kodomo Bunko

Manga Kodomo Bunko

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Manga Kodomo Bunko

1978- 1979

1 Seasons

51 Episodes

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A collection of children's stories and tales from traditional Japanese folklore.

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MBS

KADOKAWA

Group TAC

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Written by: Minoru Betsuyaku
Seiichi Yashiro

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