In this volume, Hamtaro continues his adventures in his new home with Yukari. Hamtaro makes a friend, has a tummy-ache, gets into trouble for unauthorized gnawing, celebrates Christmas in his own unique way, and even falls in love! Plus more stories, hamster trivia, puzzles, arts and crafts, and a fold-out Ham-Ham Clubhouse.

Originally published in Japan by Shogakukan, Inc., c1998.

The story thus far -- Yukari's diary -- How well do you know hamsters? -- A friendly visit -- Hamtaro gets a tummy-ache -- Hamtaro's Christmas present -- Hamtaro gets lost -- Ham-ham house fold-out -- Cold wave -- Krmpkrmp trouble! -- Hamtaro's bride -- How to draw Hamtaro (a poem) -- Hamtaro arts and crafts -- Epilogue.