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The Ichinoseki Library, located just a 5-minute walk from the west entrance of Ichinoseki Station, offers a relaxed environment for anyone looking to read, research, or socialize. Opened in 2014, the library features a modern ambiance complemented by its various functions.
The library serves as an information center. The staff are happy to assist with all aspects of the library and support you with any questions that may arise in your daily life. Translation devices are available at Counter 3 to facilitate communication with the staff.
To borrow books or other materials like DVDs and CDs, you can apply for a free library card valid at any of Ichinoseki's eight branch libraries: Ichinoseki, Daito, Hanaizumi, Senmaya, Higashiyama, Kawasaki, Murone, and Fujisawa. You can also return books to any of these libraries, regardless of where you initially borrowed them within the city. Materials can be borrowed for a period of up to 3 weeks. To check out, proceed to the self-checkout, place all the materials you wish to borrow on the glass pane, input the quantity of materials on the screen, and finally, scan your card with the scanner.
A selection of fiction and non-fiction books for children through to adults are available in many languages. Japanese language learning materials can also be found. The library is currently seeking book recommendations to add to their foreign book collection.
Other functions include free public WiFi, charging ports, photocopying services, postage services for those with physical/mental disability and computer/internet service for research purposes (1 hour with your card). A terrace offering views of cherry blossom trees is available for those wishing to read or study outdoors.
If you're feeling peckish, Cafe Journal on the first floor is an excellent option. With a selection of drinks, savory foods and sweets, there's something for everyone. Although I could recommend everything on the menu, if I had to choose two things I'd go with the chai and the bagels! The lady who runs the place trained as a barista in Melbourne, Australia, so I'm sure the coffee is amazing too (I'm allergic so I haven't tried it)!
Details
Business days/hours: Tuesday~Friday 10am to 8pm, Sat, Sun, Holidays: 10am to 7pm
Closed: Mondays (if Monday is a public holiday, and closed on the following day), 4th Thursday of every month, Dec 29~Jan 3
TEL: 0191212147
Website: www.library.city.ichinoseki.iwate.jp
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