Hasegawa Machiko, the original author of "Sazae-san", is about to celebrate her 100th birthday in 2020. A special commemorative show titled "Sazae-san Hasegawa Machiko Sensei 100th Birthday Special", will be broadcast on Fuji TV from 6 pm on Feb. 2 (Sun). Hasegawa Machiko was born on Jan. 30, 1920 in Saga Prefecture as the third daughter of the Hasegawa family, she became an apprentice to Tagawa Suihou, the creator of "Norakuro", which she loved reading since she was 14 years old. In the following year, at the age of 15, she made her debut as professional manga artist. The serialization of "Sazae-san" started when Hasegawa was 26. The series continued for a long period of 28 years, but during that time Hasegawa suddenly set off on a long-term overseas trip, since she was stressed out for the work. The comic essay "Sazae-san Tabi Aruki" will be animated for the first time in "Sazae-san Hasegawa Machiko Sensei 100th Birthday Special". Hasegawa, who loved traveling like no other, went on a number of trips to her interested cities both in Japan and abroad, during her busy writing activities. The animated version will be depicting the writer in her interesting travels. Toda Keiko, who is an active actress in the entertainment world, will be playing Hasegawa Machiko. Toda also played the role of Hasegawa in the special animation "Sazae-san Uchiakebanashi", which was broadcast on Dec. 26, 2010 to commemorate the 65th anniversary of "Sazae-san" 's birth. As this is the second time, Toda's cheerful voice will make the show more exciting than ever. In addition, the regular episodes will be also prepared, including "Aa ga yomemasu ka?", "Kaa-san no Wasuremono", and "Masuo Ryuu, Kenkouhou". <Full comments are posted below> [Role of Hasegawa Machiko: Toda Keiko] I had played the role of Mrs. Hasegawa in "Sazae-san Uchiakebanashi" previously. Now I'm very honored that they called me again to play the part in the main story of "Sazae-san". The recording was very hard to make since I did all the talking (laugh). I'm really proud to be on the great show of "Sazae-san". I was also glad to see some of the regular performers. It was as if Midori Katou was Sazae-san itself, she has a powerful aura with great energy! I learned a lot from watching her performance. I've been, and I will always be a fan of "Sazae-san". (C) Hasegawa Machiko Museum of Art

Hasegawa Machiko's masterpiece "Sazae-san" is reprinted for the first time in 27 years. The original version of the phantom published by "Shimaisha" features a new newspaper's publication date and a note, a volume that can only be enjoyed in Reiwa era. "Sazae-san" is a manga by Hasegawa Machiko that was serialized in "Yukan Fukunichi", "Asahi Shimbun", and others from 1946 to 1974. In response to the desire to republish it, all the 68 volumes have been reprinted for the first time in 27 years. The newspaper's publication date, which was not included in the original version, has been added so that the reader will be able to know the events, life, and seasonal changes at that time easily. In addition, a note is added at the end of the book to let people, who are not aware of those days, know about the scenes that can not be seen now, such as washboards and Kamishibai. Fans will be able to learn not only about the events and life of that time but also the history the Showa period. The manga "Sazae-san" is currently on sale from volume 1 to 6. Volumes 7 to 9 will be released on Mar. 6, 2020, volumes 10 to 12 on Apr. 7, and after that, 3 volumes are scheduled to be published every month until Nov. 2021. In addition, “Original Furoshiki” and “Sazae Chronology (provisional)” will be given as gifts according to the number of volumes purchased. For more details, please check the volume's belly-band.