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Neighbourhood Guide: Jimbocho, Tokyo

9 February, 2026

Words & Photos 

Tara Bennett

Jimbocho is a neighbourhood in Chiyoda, renowned for its second-hand bookshops-and it did not disappoint. Shop after shop spilled out onto the pavement, with books stacked high and waiting to be discovered. You could easily spend an entire day here, especially if you love books as much as we all do. Read on to find our top spots to get lost in the shelves.

 

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Stacks.
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Beers at Stacks.

Stacks 

This book shop not only sells books and zines, it also has fridges full of beers that you can drink in store while having a read.

 

03
Popeye at Magnif.

Magnif

They specialise in selling back issues of fashion magazines. They have a great Popeye selection.

04
Nanyodo.
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Shelves at Komiyama.

Komiyama 

From old Comme Des Garçons posters and catalogues, to the coolest photography books, would definitely visit here when you are in Tokyo.

Nanyodo

This one was filled with architecture and design books both old and new. This was right up my ally!

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Book shopping.

Bohemiam Guild by Natsume

Broken up by photography, pottery, art and more, this shop is tightly filled with so many goodies!

Donato Records

While not a book store, it sells great records and is worth checking out.

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Lots of places to explore.

Happy exploring and reading!

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