MOE (Moe) July 2025 Issue [Magazine] (Featured Article: Welcome To Sylvanian Village | Special Bonus: MOE Original Sylvanian Families Clear File)

● Special Bonus: MOE Original Sylvanian Families Clear File A rare item featuring the 40th anniversary Chocolate Rabbit family, available only at MOE. ● Main Feature: 40 Years of Memories and Treasures: Welcome to Sylvanian Village The world's most beautiful village and the animal families that live there are reached through many deep forests in the green mountains. Sylvanian Families are not just toys for children; they are important presences that touch our hearts in our busy daily lives. The adorable dolls remain as charming as ever since their creation in 1985, the homes and furniture are meticulously crafted down to the back of the buildings and inside the cupboards, and the stylish clothing in every color and pattern. There's a secret behind Sylvanian Families' continued popularity for 40 years. So, open the pages. The kind-hearted forest friends are waiting for you.

The Secret of Dolls ● Life in Sylvanian Village ● Friends of Sylvanian Village

● The Day Sylvanian Village Was Born

The Secret of Development ● The Story of Sylvanian Families Development ● Answering Simple Questions! Sylvanian Families Q&A

The Secret of the House ● The 40-Year History of Our Beloved Home & Shop

The Secret of Clothes ● Dressing Up for a Special Year! Anniversary Clothes

● Even Clumsy People Can Do It! Summer Handmade Items for Babies ● Recommendations for Sylvanian Activities: Our Favorite Sylvanian Families ● Fun for Adults Too! Sylvanian Park Experience ● Visit the Place of Your Dreams! Experience the World of Sylvanian Families ● Check out the Latest Items to Add Color to Your Anniversary Year ● 40 Years of Treasures Discovered at the "Sylvanian Families 40th Anniversary Exhibition"

■ Enter the World of Studio Ghibli as 3D Models Tell the Story The "Ghibli 3D Sculptures Exhibition," showcasing famous scenes from Studio Ghibli films through 3D sculptures, is returning to Tokyo for the first time in 22 years. We bring you information about the exhibition.

■ PLAY! MUSEUM Summer Holiday Special Exhibition "The Master Thief's House" This summer, PLAY! MUSEUM will become the home of the "Master Thief"!? This unprecedented story-based exhibition unravels the existence of the "Master Thief," a man shrouded in mystery and secrets.

■ Many of their masterpieces will be coming to Japan! Renoir x Cézanne: In Search of Free Painting What is the free painting that Renoir and Cézanne, who pioneered the Impressionist and Post-Impressionist eras, pursued?

■ Summer Vacation Visits: Osaka-Kansai Expo MOE Recommended Pavilions at EXPO 2025 From the Nordic Circle, where you can experience a trip to Scandinavia, to the Swiss Pavilion with its cute Heidi paper-cut art and cafe, to the British Pavilion where you can meet Paddington Bear, we'll bring you the best information on the Expo, as well as information on limited-edition Moomin merchandise.

■ Series #12 Yoshitake Shinsuke's Troubles: Anything Goes with Alana We'll answer your questions.

■ A Fantastic Cinderella Story Chimpui's 40th Anniversary Fujiko F. Fujio's final children's manga, "Chimpui," celebrates its 40th anniversary since its serialization began. On this occasion, we'll look back on the delightful tale of protagonist Eri and the alien creature Chimpui.

■ Picture Book Author Interview Matsunaga Moe The picture book "The Goldfish Great Adventure" (Hakusensha) will be released on Tuesday, June 3, 2025. Introducing the energetic and fun world of Moe Matsunaga's work.

■ Introducing recommended new films! Higuchi Yuko x Oshima Itia: Movie Talk They discuss their favorite films and create dream posters. This time, they introduce "The Girl with a Needle," "There's a Beast," and "Nosferatu."

■ Series Part 8: Hikaru Tanaka "Professionals: Fantasy Time with Professionals" The theme is "How to Utilize Professionals." This time... sumo wrestlers!

■ Popular Series Wanwan-chan by Noriko Kudo

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