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Horikawa New Culture Building
An integrated facility themed around art and interaction, incorporating a bookstore, cafe, and gallery.
This multifaceted facility is run by Ogaki Bookstore, a venerable institution with over 80 years of history in Kyoto. It opened in 2021 on the site of the Horikawa Apartments, which gained attention in the mid-Showa era (around 1945~) as Japan's first residential complex with attached shops. With a vision of "Adding richness to life in Horikawa, extending daily life into a 'platform for culture'", they aim to create a space for interaction with local culture and art.
On the first floor, the "Ogaki Bookstore" embodies the idea of "continuing to be a bookstore that the community needs" by offering approximately 35,000 high-quality books, including general literature and ZINEs. In one corner, the printing workshop "Shokodo" provides support for those looking to create art books or self-published works.
The second floor houses the "NEUTRAL" gallery, which organizes various exhibitions regardless of genre or age. The space is versatile and can also be used for events like live performances.
There is also a cafe with its roasting room within the building. Enjoy freshly roasted coffee in a relaxing space.
Highlights
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Located on the site of the former "Horikawa Apartments" that garnered attention in the Showa era.
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Operated by the historic Kyoto-based bookstore "Ogaki Bookstore".
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A space where you can view, create, and display books.
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Artworks can be encountered throughout the premises.
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A cafe serving freshly roasted coffee is on-site.
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Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Can you provide services in foreign languages? (If so, please also inform us of the supported languages)
We're not sure, but international visitors are always welcome.
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Are tax refunds available?
Tax refund service not available.
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Is gift wrapping available?
No, it isn’t.
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Do you have an overseas-shipping service?
International shipping is not available.
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If I earn points, can I use them right away?
They can be used once you've accumulated a certain number.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 堀川新文化ビルヂング
- Postal Code
- 602-8242
- Address
- 287 Saikachicho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto
- Telephone
- 075-431-5551
- Closed
- Varies by store
- Business Hours
- Varies by store
- Prices
- Varies by store
- Directions
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(1) 15-minute walk from Nijojo-mae Station on the Subway Tozai Line.
(2) 20-minute walk from Imadegawa Station or Marutamachi Station on the Subway Karasuma Line. - Credit Cards
- Varies by store
- Official Website
- Official Website (Japanese)
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