ものかたり

Museum • 39 Uwamachi, Gojome, Minamiakita District, Akita 018-1705, Japan

4.6(14 reviews)

Kid-friendly

Charm of the Old Folk House Gallery

Comfortable space to touch books

The 'Monogatari,' renovated from an old folk house, is a select bookshop surrounded by the warmth of wood and a quiet atmosphere. Picture books and books carefully selected by the owner couple are lined up on wooden shelves. People of all ages will find a book they want to pick up.

Interior with the essence of artisan skills

Furniture collaborated by local woodworking and ironworking artisans is placed, while still preserving the atmosphere of earthen floors and storehouses. The simple and fashionable tables create a sophisticated space like a gallery.

Hosting solo exhibitions of artists

The 'Monogatari' also holds exhibitions and events for artists. You can visit the second floor, but be careful when descending the old steep stairs.

Relaxing time in a calm atmosphere

When you visit 'Monogatari,' you can spend a leisurely time in a comfortable space surrounded by books. It is also recommended to take a break and enjoy browsing while resting in the raised space along the road.

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Reviews

5(4 months ago)

田口敦

Visited on 2024.1.20. As you enter through the sliding door, you will feel a warm atmosphere and a mysterious sense of comfort in the spacious room. There was the sound of rustling wood coming from the wood-burning stove, and bright light was shining through the windows. I can feel the attention to detail in the picture books on display and the books and goods they sell.

4(6 years ago)

kumiko arakawa

You could call it a select bookstore. Books that have touched the heart of the owner and his wife are lined up on warm wooden shelves and tables. There are many books that not only children but also adults will want to pick up. There is a small rise on the side of the road, so I wonder if I can take a leisurely sample reading. (I can't do that much) The atmosphere of the dirt floor and storehouse, the quietness of the books, and the table (simple and stylish!) made in collaboration with local woodworkers and ironworkers combine to create a sophisticated, gallery-like space that's sure to take you just by looking at it. It's worth it.

3(6 years ago)

高橋伸

This is an art gallery that is a renovated old folk house. Exhibitions and events by artists are held here. You can also tour the second floor of the building, but it's a steep, old-fashioned staircase, so it's scary when you go down.

5(a year ago)

井上知

I came here for the first time in three years for my son's solo exhibition.

5(a year ago)

大豆生田智

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