DATE: 2021.4.21

1

YAMAMOTO SHOTEN

2IIJIMA SHOTEN

3

SEISHINDO SHOTEN

4ISSHINDO SHOTEN

5MANBAKEN

6

KOWA SHOBO

Yamamoto Shoten, opened in 1909 , is aused bookstore that mainly handles
classics, including books with stitchedbindings. It focuses particularly on
China-related books and calligraphy, andis one of Japan s most renowned shops
selling imported books that have beenreprinted in Japan. The proprietor says
this store is unique because "customers
can quietly browse to find the book theywant." People also contact this store formaterials needed to make documentaries
and calligraphy examples.

This well-known store specializes incalligraphy. On the wall you will find texts
on from volumes to journals as well as
how to books, all related to the art ofcalligraphy. In the center of the store is alarge display case that contains three
types of important items related to the art,
"Suiteki" (Water droppers, vassals foradding moisture to the ink stone),"Houcho" (Text books for practicing
calligraphy),and"Takuhon"(Stonerubbings/ Etchings). Due to the concernsof damage to historical artifacts, many ofthese stone rubbings are considered rare.
...

One of the longest established bookstoresin the Jinboucho area, this bookspecializes in Japanese style books which
include books from the beginning of theEdo period (1603-1868) to the present day,over 1000 items. Here you will find books
about Calligraphy, Japanese History,
Japanese historical figures biographies,
folklore and Chinese classic literature.
They also have a high quality selection ofacademic materials. Interesting to notethat the building this store is located inwas chosen as an important cultural
landmark due to its unique faade by ...

This store is easily identifiable by the large
pile of books piled in the front display
window. Inside they have large size bookswith most of them dealing with Japanese
art related themes as well as sword,
weaponry and battle armor. Entering thestore look to the right and you will see thissection. Flipping through these books will
give you an appreciation of the art andaesthetics of the numerous swords andarmor that was produced in the oldentimes. Sword aficionados can marvel attheir book collection of "Oshigata" (Theimpression on paper of the tr ...

Specialty store of calligraphy works,inkstones, and old brushes, opened in
2002. The owner, Keigo Manba, is known
asaconnoisseurofcalligraphy.
Specializes
inbeautiful
Japanesecalligraphy such as Ryokan's works,
ancient calligraphy in the Heian andKamakura eras. They have a large
selection of old inks and seal materials aswell as the inkstone of Tankei Suigan. If
you are interested in literary and beautiful
Japanese calligraphy, this is a store you
should definitely stop by.

Specializing in Chinese classic books,
Japanese engraved books, and books
relatedtocalligraphy.
Previouslyoffice-operated, it opened its store in frontof the Surugadaishita intersection in 2020.
Modern reprints, facsimile reprints, bookcovers that you can actually touch, andbibliographical materials to understandthe content are available. For calligraphy,
they also store rubbed copies, old seals,
and other calligraphy supplies. There aredesks and chairs in the store, so you canget comfortable and take a closer look.

2-7 Kanda Jimbocho, Chiyoda-ku

Second Floor, 2-3-3 Kanda Jimbocho, Chiyoda-ku

2-24 Kanda Jimbocho, Chiyoda-ku

1-3 Kanda Jimbocho, Chiyoda-ku

1-27 Kanda Jimbocho, Chiyoda-ku

1F Kurata Bldg. 1-1-12 Kanda Jimbocho, Chiyoda-ku

7

BUNKADO SHOTEN

8

ISHIDA SHOBO

9TAMURA SHOTEN

10YAMADA SHOTEN ART DEPARTMENT

11

AGRICULTURAL BOOK CENTER12

AISHOKAN NAKAGAWA SHOBO

Collectors of Militaria related books andtexts this store will have what you arelooking for! From the narrow front to theback, this compact shop covers mostJapanese and world theaters of conflictfrom the early years of the Japan/ China
conflicts to more recent times. Throughthe vast wealth of information on war theyalso have specific topics such as war
leader s biographies, diplomatic history,
and regiment / army histories. They also
have a small section of foreign language
books as well as journals and magazine
back issues. Many years ago veteran ...

Located on Suzuran Dori behind theSanseido main book store, climb the steep
stairs to the second floor to go back inmovie history. Inside you will find scripts,
magazines, journals, screen plays andmore dedicated to both Japanese andoverseas films. Looking for old European
movie related paraphernalia, then checkout the table in the center of the store.
Books about costumes, props as well as
certain genres can be found as well as alarge selection dedicated to Nouvelle
Cinema and art house films.

Located on the 5 th floor of the Kanda
Jimbocho Kosho Center, this store mainly
sells mineral specimens, gemstones, andantiques. The main store is in Ikebukuro,
which hosts events and publishes works
related to alternative remedies, while theJimbocho store offers healing andspiritual books, and fantasy literature.
Inside the store, glossy gemstones,
fashionable and cute items with motifs ofmushrooms and frogs are displayed
nicely, making you want to take a goodcloser look around. Exhibitions by artists
and bargain sales are also often held.

This store has a wide range of prints from
Ukiyo-e to contemporary prints. The nameof the store includes "bookstore," but it
may feel more like a gallery or a museum.
Glass display cases and drawers aredisplayed in the store, and the inside ofthe drawers can be viewed by thecustomers themselves. Located on thesecond floor, and you can see someamazing and rare items displayed on theside of the stairs. Besides artworks, theyalso provide art-related books such as art
books and exhibition catalogs.

The only bookstore specializing inagriculture
inJapanmoved
fromOtemachi Building in 2014 to the current
location. They store about 36,000 books onagriculture and offer specialized books
that are difficult to find at generalbookstores. A range of books fills theirshelves ̶ from technical books andspecialized magazines to cookbooks andgardening books. It's a store that you canenjoy even if you're not an expert, and you
may find an unexpected book within theirniche book collection. Please ask theirstaff as they are always happy to help youwith bo ...

Opened in 2012, the store is located next to
Bunkado Bookstore, in the back alley of
Yasukuni Dori. Books are mainly collected
through second-hand sales, so you may
find bargains every time you visit. They
have a wide range of selections such ascompleteworks,
history,
religion,
philosophy, hobby, art, architecture,photography, Japanese books and prints,
andpaperback
books
relatedtoacademics.

2-3-12 Kanda Jinboucho, Chiyoda-ku

Fujimoto Bldg. Second Floor 1-19 Kanda Jinbouchou, Chiyodaku.

1-7 Kanda Jimbocho, Chiyoda-ku

2F Yamada Bldg. 1-8 Kanda Jimbocho, Chiyoda-ku

3F Dai-ichi Fuji Bldg. 2-15-2 Kanda Jimbocho, Chiyoda-ku

2-3-11 Kanda Jimbocho, Chiyoda-ku

No English Spoken

Limited English Spoken

Selected spots

Relating spots

Copyright(c) Association Press.

3 SEISHINDO SHOTEN

10 YAMADA SHOTEN ART DEPARTMENT

1 YAMAMOTO SHOTENTAMURA SHOTEN 92 IIJIMA SHOTEN
1274 ISSHINDO SHOTENAISHOKAN NAKAGAWA SHOBO

BUNKADO SHOTEN

KOWA SHOBO 611 AGRICULTURAL BOOK CENTER
8 ISHIDA SHOBO

5 MANBAKEN

Map Data (c) OpenStreetMap contributors.