The world of Miffy

Chapter 1

The birth of a little rabbit

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Chapter 2

The secrets of Dick Bruna's style

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Chapter 3

Miffy's family and friends

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Chapter 4

From Dutch coast to global icon

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YOUR GOAL

Master of The world of Miffy

Ch 4 · From Dutch coast to global icon

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Glossary

usako-chan (noun)
The affectionate Japanese name given to the beloved Dutch rabbit character Miffy, which translates directly to 'little bunny.' It shows how popular stories are often adapted with local names to help international audiences feel an instant, friendly connection to them.

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b134340 That simple 'X' on Miffy's face is actually her nose and mouth combined.

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A Japanese Bunny?: Miffy is so beloved in Japan that many people mistakenly believe this Dutch-born rabbit is actually a Japanese character!

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b134340 Origin of Miffy

In '55, from a Dutch seaside trip, Dick Bruna drew a little bunny, Nijntje became Miffy, known the world over, From Utrecht, a global icon, simple and true.

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b134340 The special bond with Japan

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b134340 The museum of play in Utrecht

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Sister cities: Because of Miffy's immense popularity in Japan, her hometown Utrecht and Nagasaki became official sister cities in 1992.

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b134340 The great rabbit legal battle

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Glossary

rabbit (noun)
A small mammal with long ears, a short tail, and long hind legs. Dick Bruna first sketched his iconic cartoon rabbit in 1955 during a seaside holiday in Egmond aan Zee.