Galvania: All About the Sylvanian Families Manga That’s Taking Over Japan

Children of the 80’s and 90’s may remember “Sylvanian Families” (known as “Calico Critters” in the US). Sylvanian Families are small figures of various animals including rabbits, bears, and cats, that are known for their fuzzy, flocked texture. Although Sylvanian Families had their heyday decades ago, they’ve remained popular in Japan all this time.Japan’s love of Sylvanian Families may be precisely why author Kuko Okano decided to create a manga titled Gyaru ga Sirubania Famiri wo Dekiai Shitara, which can be roughly translated to “What if a Gal Doted on Sylvanian Families?” It is more commonly referred to by its nickname Galvania by fans online.Galvania is a slice of life manga that tells the story of high school student Mimoza Tsurui, a “gyaru” or “gal” who is considered scary and unapproachable by her classmates. One day, Nanako Kameyama, a well-behaved, serious student, witnesses Mimoza playing with Sylvanian Families dolls during class. At first, both girls are unsettled by the encounter, with Mimoza wondering if Nanako will judge her. However, once Nanako shows support for Mimoza’s obsession with dolls, the two become fast friends.RELATED: From Reddit To MyAnimeList, Why Anime Fans Need Online Discussions

Children of the 80’s and 90’s may remember “Sylvanian Families” (known as “Calico Critters” in the US). Sylvanian Families are small figures of various animals including rabbits, bears, and cats, that are known for their fuzzy, flocked texture. Although Sylvanian Families had their heyday decades ago, they’ve remained popular in Japan all this time.

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Japan’s love of Sylvanian Families may be precisely why author Kuko Okano decided to create a manga titled Gyaru ga Sirubania Famiri wo Dekiai Shitara, which can be roughly translated to “What if a Gal Doted on Sylvanian Families?” It is more commonly referred to by its nickname Galvania by fans online.

Galvania is a slice of life manga that tells the story of high school student Mimoza Tsurui, a gyaru” or “gal” who is considered scary and unapproachable by her classmates. One day, Nanako Kameyama, a well-behaved, serious student, witnesses Mimoza playing with Sylvanian Families dolls during class. At first, both girls are unsettled by the encounter, with Mimoza wondering if Nanako will judge her. However, once Nanako shows support for Mimoza’s obsession with dolls, the two become fast friends.

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