Shopping

With the advent of e-readers and smartphones, getting your hands on English language literature in Japan isn’t the challenge it once was. It used to be a significant challenge, even in big cities. However, sometimes the book you are looking for isn’t available online, or you just like the feel and smell of turning pages, or maybe you just have to hold the book in your hands. There’s a lot that you could say in favor of real, physical books.   In any case, the following is a list of just some of the places where you can find English language books around Tokyo. Kinokuniya – Shinjuku Boasting a large (by Japanese standards) selection of English language fiction and non-fiction, Kinokuniya also focuses on audiovisual and stationery products. There are two stores in Shinjuku station, with the main eight floored one found at the east exit. Still, the Southern Terrace exit has a broader selection of English language fashion, style, and current affairs magazines. Where: Performing Arts Theatre 2, 5-24-2 Sendagaya, Shibuya, 151-0051 When: 10:00-20:00 Web: www.kinokuniya.co.jp Cow Books – Nakameguro If you’ve got a touch of the beatnik about you, Cow Books is a great place to check out. With…