Tsutaya Books Daikanyama
Charming shop in a modern complex with a large, diverse selection of books, music, movies & a cafe.
Tsutaya Books Daikanyama is rated 4.5 / 5 from 9,995 Google reviews and sits about 2.1 km (26 min walk) from Hiroo station.
General overview
About Tsutaya Books Daikanyama
Tsutaya Books Daikanyama is a renowned design-conscious bookstore and cultural complex in Daikanyama T-SITE, spread across three buildings. It is especially known for books on art, architecture, design, photography, travel, fashion, food, and lifestyle, along with stationery, select products, cafés, and a relaxed browsing atmosphere. The information below is based on general training knowledge and has not been live-verified.
- Extensive Japanese and international selection of books, magazines, art, design, photography, architecture, and lifestyle titles.
- Architecturally distinctive Daikanyama T-SITE campus with landscaped walkways and multiple bookstore buildings.
- Curated stationery, design goods, gifts, and specialty lifestyle merchandise.
- On-site cafés and lounge-style spaces, including the well-known Anjin reading lounge/café.
- Frequent exhibitions, talks, book signings, and seasonal displays. Availability varies.
Things to do here
Browse the specialist book collections
Explore curated sections covering Japanese and foreign-language books, art, architecture, design, photography, fashion, travel, cooking, and culture.
Visit Anjin
A relaxed café and lounge associated with Daikanyama T-SITE, known for combining drinks and food with books, magazines, and a quiet reading atmosphere. Separate operating hours and conditions may apply.
Shop for stationery and design goods
Look for notebooks, writing instruments, paper goods, home items, gifts, and other carefully selected products.
Attend a cultural event
The complex commonly hosts exhibitions, author events, talks, signings, and other promotional or cultural programs. Check the official event calendar before visiting.
Explore Daikanyama T-SITE
Walk around the connected buildings and landscaped grounds, which are a popular stop in Daikanyama even for visitors who are not making a specific book purchase.
Daikanyama Station is the usual access point and is approximately a short walk away. The site can also be reached from Nakameguro or Ebisu. Allow extra time to locate the relevant T-SITE building and check café or event queues.
No reservation is normally needed for bookstore browsing. Reserve or register in advance when required for a particular talk, signing, exhibition, or event.
This overview is general knowledge, not confirmed against an official source — verify hours, prices and entry rules before you go.
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How to reach
Tsutaya Books Daikanyama is about 2.1 km (~26 min walk) from Hiroo station on the Tokyo Metro.
Before you go
Good to know
Verify tickets, seasonal hours, entry rules, and special events on the official website before visiting.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get to Tsutaya Books Daikanyama from Hiroo station?
Tsutaya Books Daikanyama is about 2056 m (roughly 26 min walk) from Hiroo station on the Tokyo Metro. Use the directions link on this page for turn-by-turn walking directions.
What is Tsutaya Books Daikanyama rated?
Tsutaya Books Daikanyama has a Google rating of 4.5 out of 5 from 9,995 reviews.
What's near Tsutaya Books Daikanyama?
Also within a short walk of the same station: Gonpachi Nishi-Azabu, Grand Hyatt Tokyo, Shibuya Sky.
Is Tsutaya Books Daikanyama wheelchair accessible?
Yes — Google lists the following accessibility features for Tsutaya Books Daikanyama: wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible parking.
Is there parking near Tsutaya Books Daikanyama?
Google lists these parking options near Tsutaya Books Daikanyama: free parking lot, paid parking lot, paid street parking.
Is entry to Tsutaya Books Daikanyama free?
Yes. General entry and browsing are normally free; you pay for purchases, food and drink, or separately ticketed events.
Do I need a reservation to visit?
Normally no for bookstore browsing. Reservations may be required for popular talks, signings, workshops, or other special events.
What are the usual opening hours?
The bookstore is commonly listed as open daily from approximately 7:00 to 23:00, but this should be confirmed before travel because hours can change and different facilities may vary.
Can I find English-language books?
Yes. The store is known for carrying a selection of international and English-language books and magazines, particularly in art, design, architecture, photography, travel, and lifestyle categories. Selection changes frequently.
Is Anjin included in the bookstore?
Anjin is an associated café and lounge within the Daikanyama T-SITE complex. It has its own ordering, seating, and operating arrangements.
How long should I spend there?
Allow about one to two hours for browsing. Visitors interested in cafés, exhibitions, shopping, or events may want to spend longer.
Is the location suitable for visitors who do not speak Japanese?
Yes, especially for browsing and shopping. Some signage, events, and staff assistance may primarily be in Japanese, while selected books and products are international.
Can I take photographs?
Discreet personal photography may be acceptable, but respect posted restrictions, privacy, copyright, and staff instructions. Ask before professional or extensive photography.
Is it close to Daikanyama Station?
Yes. It is in the Daikanyama T-SITE area and is generally reached by a short walk from Daikanyama Station.
Data and photos from Google Places, generated October 27, 2026. Ratings, hours and prices can change — confirm anything time-sensitive before you go.