Kuma Kuma Kuma Bear (Light Novel) Series

THE ADVENTURES OF YUNA AND FRIENDS

Can’t get enough of a certain bear and her companions? This book features all the bonus short stories and illustrations from volumes 10-16, collected in one place for the first time—plus the promotional story published online during the first season of the anime! As if that wasn’t enough, you’ll also find some brand-new, never-before-seen adventures within its pages, and a special manga short called “Kuma Kuma Kuma Bear Kindergarten” from manga artist Sergei!

PARTY TIME

Yuna gets some well-earned downtime after her fight with the giant snake. And with her brand-new mansion in the Land of Wa ready for move-in, the obvious solution is to bring both new friends and old together in one place for some fun. With delicious barbecue, some quality time at a hot spring, and plenty of gifts for the people who’re always there for her, a good time is sure to be had by all!

A TASTE OF HOME

When Yuna stops by Talgwei, the mythical floating island that roams the world, she discovers a new, unfamiliar land across the sea. It turns out to be a dream come true and soon, Yuna arrives in the Land of Wa! There, she can finally get her fill of her beloved Japanese cuisine and take a dip in the hot springs, but not everything is peaceful in her fantasy home away from home. Soon, a mysterious ninja girl appears before her, and Yuna learns that the Land of Wa is in great peril. ​What new adventures will unfold in this foreign yet familiar land?

RACE AGAINST TIME

As the revival of a monstrous snake known as the orochi imperils the Land of Wa, the shrine maiden Sakura declares Yuna their prophesied savior. Together with Kagari, current protector of the seal that keeps the orochi imprisoned, Yuna embarks on a journey that will take them all the way from the Land of Wa to the elven village. With the clock ticking on the orochi’s revival, the fate of a nation rests on Yuna’s shoulders! Can she pull off a miracle—or is the Land of Wa doomed?

TEST YOUR MIGHT!

While in the dwarves’ village, Yuna, Fina, and Luimin explore the town to discover the secrets of the ever mysterious ore, Bearyllium. During her exploration, she meets the blacksmith Lojina, who trained Gold and Gahzal, as well as his daughter Lilyka. But she soon gets her fill of metal and materials when the Gate of Trials opens for its annual challenge, drawing blacksmiths and adventurers from all around. She decides to test her mettle out of curiosity. However, her challenge is quite unexpected! Will Yuna be capable of rising to challenge?

HI HO, HI HO, TO THE DWARVES’ VILLAGE WE GO!

A​fter getting their fill of sun, fun, and an unexpected adventure on Talgwei, Yuna and company head back to Crimonia. Back to her everyday routine, Yuna has a sudden realization, recalling the mysterious Bearyllium ore she acquired a while ago. Now, it’s off to the dwarves’ village with Fina and Luimin to discover its ​unique secrets. However, Yuna soon finds her way to a new adventure when she learns about an event in the dwarves’ village that’s every hardcore gamer’s dream!

FUN IN THE SUN!

Everyone’s favorite bear, Yuna, is living it up with her friends on a seaside getaway in Mileela, but there doesn’t seem to be enough time in the world to enjoy all the summer activities! When Yuna learns of a mysterious moving island that suddenly appeared off the coast of Mileela, she’s unable to contain her curiosity. After creating a distraction, Yuna makes way for the strange island—and a new adventure. However, the island surpasses even her wildest imagination, containing an abundance of nature and powerful monsters ready to attack. Will Yuna and company make it through their vacation unscathed?

A SEASIDE RETREAT

After saving the town of Dezelt, Yuna returns home to Crimonia and it’s time to plan that beach trip! This bear’s got her paws full between making ice cream, designing swimsuits, and getting all those people to the shore! As it turns out, more people want to go for a swim than originally expected. Can Yuna figure out how to get everyone there so the crew can have a beary good time in the sun?

UNBEARABLE HEAT

A quest from the king sends Yuna to a new area: a desert! She heads to the town of Dezelt with the kraken’s mana stone in tow. The desert is terribly hot and vast, but it’s nothing she can’t handle with the help of Kumayuru, Kumakyu, and her OP bear gear! Once she gets there, the town’s citizens have another task for her… Yuna has no time to just kick back her paws in this volume!

A BEAR ON THE LOOSE!

Word has it that there’s a raging bear running rampant at the school festival! Yuna’s having a great time with all the games and entertainment the fair has to offer. However, on the third day, a foolish noble tries to get his paws on Shia to have her marry his son…but don’t worry, the Bloody Bear’s prepared to protect her pal! Follow the adventures of the most frightening (?) bear girl you know!

THE SPECIAL VOLUME FANS HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR WITH FIFTY SHORT STORIES ABOUT YOUR FAVORITE BEAR-GIRL!

Includes over 50 previously unavailable retailer-exclusive short stories, digital bonuses, and web serial extras from the original novels. Plus: brand-new stories for this release, a cover illustration gallery for volumes 1-9, an exciting first look into 029’s concept art, a special contribution from manga artist Sergei, and even more in this bearly believable collection!

A BEAR AT THE FESTIVAL

One elven village, saved. One…business rival, found? It seems a restaurant named the Bear’s Lounge (complete with bear-themed décor) has opened in the capital, muscling in on Yuna’s brand! Yuna heads straight to the capital to investigate this copybear—and promptly gets pulled into a school festival with Fina, Shuri, and Noa. Can the Bloody Bear never know a moment’s peace?

ALL BARK, WORSE BITE

Yuna makes it to the elven village, where a new crisis awaits—something is wrong with the elves’ sacred tree, causing the protective barrier around the village to weaken. A little investigation proves the tree is possessed by a monster! Fighting beasts is one thing. Fighting a plant? That’s new. Time for the Bloody Bear to get her gardening shears!

MESS WITH THE BEAR AND CATCH THESE PAWS

First there was Misa’s party—and now Misa’s been kidnapped! Enraged, the Bloody Bear sets out to rescue her young friend and show the girl’s kidnappers exactly how she earned that nickname. Meanwhile, an exhausted young elf fetches up on Yuna’s doorstep, seeking her older sister and a way to save her imperiled village. Yuna could leave her to fend for herself…but the Bloody Bear never deserts a maiden in need. Next stop: elven country!

LORDING IT OVER

Yuna receives a birthday invite from Misa, the young aristocrat she met on her way to the royal capital. Unenthused about attending a rich kid’s party, Yuna sets out nonetheless. On her way, she walks straight into a face full of drama: a town with not one, but two warring feudal lords! Can the Bloody Bear calm these troubled waters? Or must she pick a side to support?