Kinokuniya Bookstore - Seattle

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525 S Weller St
Seattle, WA 98104
Kinokuniya is the largest bookstore chain in Japan, with 56 shops around the country, in cities such as Osaka, Kyoto and Sapporo. Overall, it has more than 80 stores in Japan and overseas.

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Royal P.
7/10/2025

I know there's Kinokuniya everywhere but this is one of my favorite places in Seattle. Every time I come here, there's something new. There's a lot of cute merch (plush, blind boxes, figurines,...

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Symantha F.
8/1/2025

I came here earlier today to look for a gift and got accused of stealing because "the way i pivoted made me look so suspicious". i've gone here a few times before and saw a section i haven't...

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Kenneth K.
5/7/2025

Amazing Japanese bookstore inside Uwajimaya. So many great books and novelty items at reasonable prices with friendly staff. They have two floors, so be sure to take a bit of time to check the...

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Chantal T.
7/21/2025

Huge store!! Has two floors with so many books, trinkets, plushies, anime, etc. Could browse around here forever. Went early on a Saturday and it was already slightly crowded so just beware of...

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Marissa R.
2/5/2025

This place is SO CUTE! They had so much Studio Ghibli stuff (actually from Japan, not the stuff you see at Box Lunch). The prices are a tiny bit high, but definitely worth it in my opinion...

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