New Book Collecting 25 Crocheted Rabbit Amigurumi Designs Goes on Sale October 20

かぎ針で編むうさぎのあみぐるみ, a crochet amigurumi book edited by Nihon Bungeisha, goes on sale on October 20, 2026, at bookstores and online bookstores across Japan. Every project is about 10 to 15 cm in size, so each one can be turned into a bag charm or key chain and taken along anywhere.

Rabbit motifs have been popular in recent years in many forms, including characters and fashion accessories. Against this backdrop, the book collects amigurumi made up only of rabbits.

It includes instructions for 25 varied rabbits and dress-up accessories, all crocheted. With easy-to-follow step-by-step explanations, the book can be enjoyed by a wide range of crafters, from craft beginners to amigurumi enthusiasts.

They look cute just sitting on display. Attach a jump ring and they become charms or key chains that can go out with you.

Rabbit Amigurumi in a Character-Style Design

Rather than realistic shapes, the projects emphasize two-head-tall, character-style designs and an appealing silhouette. The rabbits come with a variety of ear shapes, including upright, floppy, and folded ears, giving each one its own personality.

Compact Size of About 10 to 15 cm, Easy to Carry

All projects in the book are about 10 to 15 cm in size. Besides being displayed as interior decoration, they can be used as bag charms by attaching metal fittings or a key chain.

Dress-Up Rabbits with Clothes and Accessories

The book also covers a range of items for dressing up the rabbits, including hoodies, overalls, dresses, nightcaps, glasses, and balloons. Clothes and accessories can be combined to create the styling you like.

Illustrated Basics and Step-by-Step Explanations

The instructions for the basic rabbit amigurumi walk through the process from the foundation chain, with photos for each step. Crochet chart symbols are included, and the stitch that creates the rabbit's facial expression is illustrated as well. The layout lets readers check each stage as they work.

A simple pattern in which the body is crocheted in one piece. The stout body, droll expression, and short limbs give it its charm.

The large floppy ears are the highlight. What might it be dreaming about?

A slim type with longer arms and legs, recommended as a bag charm.

The red eyes are the highlight of this design. The hat can be worn with the ears left standing up.

An amigurumi crocheted with mohair yarn, with a fluffy feel to the touch.

A pair of friends, one with large upright ears and one with floppy ears.

A rabbit with red markings on its ears that can also sit up. The glasses are another highlight.

The ear shapes come in plenty of variety, including upright, floppy, and folded. Changing the type and color of the yarn to make lots of rabbits to your own taste is part of the fun. They also work well as charms to take along when you go out.