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 |
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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/ |