Nakanoshima Children's Library, a Fairy Tale World with "Architectural Magic" by Tadao Ando

The Nakanoshima Children's Library (Children's Book Forest Nakanoshima), a fairy tale world enchanted by Tadao Ando's "architectural magic," is truly stunning!

📍 Location Check-in:
〒530-0005 1-1-28 Nakanoshima, Kita-ku, Osaka, Japan
Transportation: 5-minute walk from Yodoyabashi Station on Osaka Metro Midosuji Line/Keihan Electric Railway

🍏 The Secret of the Green Apple✨
The eye-catching green apple sculpture at the entrance is Tadao Ando's signature design!
This apple is no ordinary apple～
It symbolizes "knowledge and curiosity"🍎
A must for photo check-ins! Remember to shoot from below for a more impressive effect

🏗️ The Magic of Exposed Concrete
Continuing Tadao Ando's signature exposed concrete style
The rough and natural texture actually makes the space warmer
Light and shadow flow on the concrete walls with a very Zen feeling

📚 The Three-Story Magical Book Wall
Over 18,000 picture books displayed facing out, colorful and vibrant!
Not categorized by "recommended age"📖
Allowing children to freely choose books that move their hearts
The top-level bookshelf requires a ladder to reach books, adding a fairy tale vibe

🌟 Highlights You Absolutely Can't Miss:
➡️ Giant wooden spiral staircase reading area
Kids can sit anywhere they like✨
➡️ 10-meter high exposed concrete cylindrical screening room
Story clips play every 15 minutes
➡️ Beautifully lit central courtyard rest area
Perfect for reading and resting

This children's library, full of "Ando-style whimsy" even in book selection,
truly achieves "reading as freely as in a forest"🌲
Come bring your kids to experience the childlike world of this master architect!

Post by Flavorful Journeys | Aug 24, 2025