Nagoya City Nishi Library

Nagoya City Nishi Library is a public facility in Nishi-ku with multiple floors organizing books, magazines, and educational materials into sections for different age groups. The layout makes it easy for visitors to locate resources and explore materials suited to their interests.

This library was established in the post-war period to serve Nagoya's growing population as the city rebuilt itself as an industrial center. It remains part of a larger library system that supported the city's development during that transformative era.

The library serves as a gathering place where residents participate in reading sessions and workshops focused on Japanese and international literature. These community programs create opportunities for people to connect through shared interest in books.

Visitors can get a free library card to borrow up to six books and three audiovisual items for two weeks by showing proof of residence in Aichi prefecture. With this card, you have access to all resources the facility offers during your visit.

The library maintains a specialized collection of local history materials documenting how Nishi-ku and the broader Nagoya area have developed over time. This collection allows visitors to understand the deeper story of how this neighborhood and region have changed and grown.

Location: Nishi-ku

Part of: Nagoya City Library

Website: https://library.city.nagoya.jp/guide/m_nishi.html

GPS coordinates: 35.18967,136.88997

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:00