Who are they and their thoughts
Bohemian’s Guild” is a branch of Natsume Shobo, which opened in Ikebukuro in 1920, and opened in Jimbocho in 2004. As the store’s name suggests, it collects “works by free-spirited artists who are not bound by convention.” The first floor is mainly Western books, photo collections, and art books, while the second floor is lined with paintings, rare books, and autographs. In particular, there are more than 100 original works by Takehisa Yumeji. All items can be held in one’s hands for viewing.
The store staff’s spirit is as follows: “We want to put things in the used bookstore that will surprise people that such things exist in a used bookstore. The pillar is “comfortable and fun. If a bookstore doesn’t have an amusement element, it’s complete with online ordering.”
Long history and deep love of art
Bohemian’s Guild has been in business as an antiquarian bookstore for over 90 years, and in recent years has developed a gallery space with a particular focus on postwar and contemporary art. They carry a wide range of books, from rare books to contemporary art. The first floor of the store features a wide selection of used and antiquarian books in various fields, mainly art, but also design, photography, architecture, film, philosophy, etc. The second floor is a gallery space where you can view original works by artists and writers, as well as special exhibitions.
Distinctive assortment
At Bohemians’ Guild, visitors can experience art and culture through paintings, prints, and other works of art, rare books such as limited editions and first editions, and autographs. In addition, a special exhibition called “Shushu Igei” focuses on a single work of art. The museum also hosts an auction called “Tokyo Culture Auction” to promote culture from the book district of Jimbocho.
Location and Atmosphere
The store is located at 1-1 Kanda Jimbocho, next to the Tokyo Do Bookstore owl store. The store has two floors, and the first floor is a bookshelf that resembles a forest of books. The store offers a variety of genres, mainly art-related books, including design, architecture, photography, performing arts, thought, philosophy, etc. There is also a computer next to the cash register for inventory searches. In addition, shelves featuring in-store specials and recommended products have been arranged to provide a pleasing space for the eyes.
Second floor offering a special space
The second floor is a book gallery where visitors can relax and view the artist’s original works. Paintings, prints, prints, and other works of art, as well as rare and autograph books, including limited editions, signed books, and first editions, are also on display and can be viewed sitting in the comfortable space. Coffee service is also available, making it a great place to take a break from your book-searching excursion in Jimbocho.
Obsession with Takehisa Yumeji
Bohemian’s Guild is also dedicated to the works of Takehisa Yumeji, and many of his beautiful works are on display on the second floor, ranging from his writings, bound books, seno sheet music, and ladies’ graphs to his own handwriting. Exhibitions and events are also held on the second floor on an irregular basis.
Handling of Western books
Bohemian’s Guild also offers a wide selection of foreign books.
English Western books:
Bohemian’s Guild offers foreign books in English. You will find a wide variety of English language books, including literary works, novels, poetry collections, essays, business books, and self-help books from English-speaking countries.
Foreign Language (non-English) Books:
They may also carry foreign books in languages other than English, and you may be able to find foreign books in other languages, such as French, German, Spanish, and Italian.
Literature Classics:
Bohemian’s Guild has a special emphasis on literary classics from the English-speaking world. We carry Western books by world-famous literary works and authors such as Shakespeare, Jayne Austen, Charles Dickens, and many others.
Art books:
Bohemian’s Guild also offers a wide selection of Western books on art, photography, design, and other art-related topics. You may find collections of works by famous artists, art history commentaries, and design reference books.
Please note that the specific foreign book inventory and lineup may change over time and with the seasons. When visiting Bohemian’s Guild, we recommend that you look for genres or specific foreign books that interest you and check the availability in advance. You can also keep up-to-date with the latest foreign book information by checking the official Bohemian Guild website and related sources.
In addition, a wide range of other genres are handled
Bohemian’s Guild is a used bookstore with an extensive selection of antiquarian books in a wide range of genres. Its extensive selection includes books on a wide variety of subjects and time periods. Below are examples of featured books, but specific inventory and lineups may change over time and with the seasons.
Literature: We have sections dedicated to literary works, including classical and contemporary literature, poetry collections, and plays. We offer a wide range of literary genres, including Japanese literature, world literature, and works written in a variety of languages.
History: You will find many books related to history, including history books, biographies, and research books on ancient civilizations and the Middle Ages. You will find books focusing on Japanese history, world history, or the history of a particular period or region.
Art: We also have a large selection of books related to art and fine arts, including paintings, sculpture, photography, design, and more. You will find collections of works by famous artists, art history commentaries, art magazines, and more.
Philosophy and Thought: We also have a wide range of books on philosophy and thought. It covers a variety of philosophical topics, including ancient philosophy, modern philosophy, Eastern thought, and philosophy of religion.
Science and Nature: You will also find scientific books and books related to the natural sciences. You can deepen your knowledge of various fields of science, such as physics, chemistry, biology, astronomy, etc.
These are just a few examples; Bohemian’s Guild’s selection is so diverse that it is likely that other books in a variety of genres and themes will be available. When visiting Bohemian’s Guild, check out the genres and themes that interest you and find the book that best suits your tastes!
Other Information
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Kinoshita Bldg. 1F & 2F, 1-1 Kanda Jimbocho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
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