Tōsho Bunko, Art deco textbook library in Kita Ward, Tokyo, Japan
The Tōsho Bunko library features a reinforced concrete structure with two stories and three layers of book storage space for educational materials.
The library opened its doors in 1936 as Japan's first textbook library, affiliated with the publishing company Tokyo Shoseki Co.
The collection includes educational materials dating back to the Kamakura period, documenting the evolution of Japanese education through centuries.
Visitors need to schedule appointments beforehand to access the library's materials or participate in guided tours of the facility.
The building received recognition as a tangible cultural property of Kita Ward in 1999, with half its collection designated as national important assets.
Location: Tokyo
Inception: June 25, 1936
Website: http://tosho-bunko.jp
GPS coordinates: 35.75131,139.74339
Latest update: March 4, 2025 06:36
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