The Chibi Maruko-chan television anime is consistently the #2 rated anime series after Sazae-san.
Game developer Animoca Brands launched its Chibi Maruko Chan Dream Stage iOS and Android smartphone game on Wednesday.
The manga has also inspired several live-action specials and television series.
The series celebrated its 25th anniversary last year with both the Eiga Chibi Maruko-chan: Italia kara Kita Shōnen (working English title: Chibi Maruko Chan -A Boy from Italy-) film, and a one-hour television special, which both debuted last December.