KOBE Hon no Eki 2026 (3rd)｜9/27(Sun) | Belst Suzurandai Becomes a Bookstore for a Day

Dates & time: September 27, 2026 (Sun) 11:00〜16:00
cost: Free admission (books and goods sold separately)
Venue & access: Belst Suzurandai, floors 1–3 (directly connected to Suzurandai Station, Kobe Electric Railway) Directly connected to Suzurandai Station on the Kobe Electric Railway (in the Belst Suzurandai station building). By car, use the building or nearby parking.

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Why You Should Visit

For one day, Belst Suzurandai—the station building connected to Suzurandai Station in Kobe's Kita Ward—turns into a bookstore. Floors 1–3 fill with publishers, new and secondhand bookshops, used-book stalls and ZINE makers, offering everything from new releases to vintage finds. Now in its third year, it runs at a scale similar to last year. Held indoors rain or shine, and directly linked to the station, so weather is no concern. Great for book lovers and families looking to discover something to read.

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Exhibitors (planned)

Publishers, new and secondhand bookshops, used-book stalls, ZINE makers, etc. (at a scale similar to last year)

Workshop

2F, 11:15–12:45: "Make a glowing lantern" with picture-book author Chihiro Takeuchi (booking required, 15 places, via QR code from Aug 20)

※Held indoors, rain or shine.

※Lineup is subject to change—check the organizer's Instagram for the latest.

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出典: 主催Instagram

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FAQ

Is there an admission fee?

Admission is free. Books and goods are sold separately.

Is it held if it rains?

Yes—it's held indoors rain or shine. Being inside the station building, weather is no concern.

Is it good for families with children?

Yes. It's an indoor, station-connected venue with stalls offering picture books and children's titles, so families are welcome.

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