諫早市立森山図書館, Public library in Isahaya, Japan.
Moriyama Library is a public library in Isahaya that combines traditional Japanese architecture with contemporary facilities. The building features wooden construction and traditional roof tiles and houses over 116,000 books in various reading areas along with multimedia equipment.
The facility began as Moriyama Town Library and opened in 1996 before becoming part of Isahaya through a municipal merger in 2005. This consolidation shifted its administrative role while the place continued to serve local education.
The place serves the community as a hub for education and cultural activities, with programs that teach children reading habits and present local topics through exhibitions. Visitors notice how people of different ages use the spaces and how events shape the community's life.
The building sits about 15 minutes on foot from Moriyama Station and is easily reached by walking. Visitors need a membership card for residents or commuters of Isahaya to use the collection and facilities.
The building contains a dedicated tatami room, a space where visitors can experience traditional Japanese rooms with straw mats. This sets the library apart from typical modern libraries and blends traditional elements with contemporary functions.
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