Hakusensha Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Representative Director: Yasufumi Takagi) will release "DJ Poop" (text by Shiohigari, illustrations by Chohikal) on July 1, 2026 (Wed). Beat out rhythms with the "poop" beat! An unprecedented voice percussion picture book. "Poop! Poop! Poop! Poop!" When you read this unique phrase aloud, it's surprisingly fun. A natural rhythm emerges, and it sounds like drum beats. "The wordplay is catchy and gets stuck in my head." "When read rhythmically and energetically like singing, my child laughs hysterically. It also trains the parent's articulation!" "For some reason, reading this book helps with bowel movements! It's a lucky charm for our family." "I burst out laughing the moment I read the title. After reading it together many times, my child even tries rapping alone. That's DJ Poop for you!" ----- From the kodomo reader survey This unprecedented new sensation voice percussion picture book is a collaboration between Shiohigari, known for their unique wordplay, and Chohikal, a body paint artist. Pay attention to the delightful illustrations that express a world full of humor. Is it trending on social media as "the book that helps with bowel movements"!? From "DJ Poop" ©︎Shiohigari/Chohikal/Hakusensha From "DJ Poop" ©︎Shiohigari/Chohikal/Hakusensha From "DJ Poop" ©︎Shiohigari/Chohikal/Hakusensha From "DJ Poop" ©︎Shiohigari/Chohikal/Hakusensha \Special video now available on Hakusensha's official YouTube channel!!/ Let's read along to the rhythm! Original PV Video Title: [With Sound Source!] Picture Book "DJ Poop" PV [Let's read along to the rhythm!] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gLj7rVZXQ1w You can be a DJ too! "DJ Poop" Video Contest Held Post a video of yourself reading "DJ Poop" to the rhythm of "Poop!" Winning entries will receive "DJ Poop" postcards. There's also a demonstration and reading tips video by human beatboxer T.K.! Click here for detailed application methods and demonstration videos↓ https://kodomoe.n