Hanamori Shorin (Used Books x Art Events)
A great second-hand bookstore in Motomachi with regular exhibitions, and in-store events.
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A great second-hand bookstore in Motomachi with regular exhibitions, and in-store events.
Hanamori Shorin (花森書林) is a great second-hand bookstore in Motomachi known for its carefully curated collection of used books and for regular exhibitions, in-store events, and collaborations with artists, writers, and designers.
It’s tucked away in a narrow backstreet, which can be a bit tricky to find, but it is calm and inviting, and full of charm, with some fascinating books, zines, and ephemera to discover.
Since the shop functions as a small gallery and community space, so it’s worth checking their website to see if there are any upcoming events you might be interested in.
Hanamori Shorin is in the Motomachi area of central Kobe, inside one of the city’s most walkable neighborhoods for independent shops, galleries, and cafes. It’s easy to combine with a stroll around Motomachi shopping streets, Nankinmachi (Kobe Chinatown), or a broader city-center art-and-books route. For navigation, plug “Hanamori Shorin” or the address into your maps app.
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