Ikeda Bunko Library

Ikeda Bunko Library

Experience Hankyu's historical books and posters!

Opened in 1972, Ikeda Bunko Library currently has more than 20 000 books and magazines in it's collection. Approximately 60% of the library's collection of books are related to film, performance, art and literature.


As founder of the Takarazuka review, Kobayashi Ichizo also donated many precious documents to the library including; books, Takarazuka musical and Hankyu Railway posters, shibainishiki-e (colored woodblock prints of kabuki theater) and other kabuki-related materials.


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Location Ikeda Sakaehonmachi 12-1
Phone Number 072-751-3185
Opening Hours 10:00 am ~ 5:00 pm (entrance until 4:30 pm)
Closed Mondays (open if Monday is a public holiday and closed the following Tuesday)
Parking 3 spaces
Admission Reading room is free
Official Website http://www.hankyu-bunka.or.jp/ikedabunko/