Kinokuni Shigakukan

Kinokuni Shigakukan is a multipurpose complex in Wakayama featuring a public library, shops, and dining options all housed in a single building. The facility sits directly next to Wakayama-shi Station and integrates several functions across different floors.

The complex opened in 1993 and represented a turning point in Wakayama's approach to public services and education. This opening significantly contributed to the modernization of the city center.

The library serves as a meeting place where locals of all ages gather to read, study, and borrow materials. It functions as a community hub where residents engage with books and educational resources in their daily lives.

The location is directly accessible from Wakayama-shi Station, making it convenient to reach. Different areas within the complex operate on different schedules, so plan your visit based on whether you want to shop or use the library.

Within the complex sits Rock Star Farms, a shop selling regional farm goods sourced locally. The upper levels also contain a hotel with a rooftop spa offering views of the Kino River.

Location: Wakayama

Official opening: July 1993

GPS coordinates: 34.20758,135.16914

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:41