4 Reasons Why You Need To Visit Japan's 'Most Beautiful Bookstore' In Kuala Lumpur

When a bookstore attracts a crowd for reasons beyond buying books, you know it's definitely a place to check out immediately. It also helps that this amazingly aesthetic store located in Kuala Lumpur is just a short flight (~1hr) away!

Dubbed the 'most beautiful bookstore in Japan', Tsutaya Books is a well-loved, world-renowned Japanese bookstore chain with over 1,400 dreamy branches in Japan, China, and Taiwan. And now, its first-ever Southeast Asian outlet has opened in Pavilion Bukit Jalil.

So many people have posted photos of Tsutaya Books' beautiful bookstores across the globe as references, but one important thing to note is that every Tsutaya Books outlet has its very own distinct personality as the brand is known to come up with unique concepts where there are no two stores that look alike. ✨

In case you're wondering what the outlet in Malaysia looks like, we've got some cool & aesthetic photos to share with you, courtesy of @sugoidays, @zafizakaria, @fredjanyiro & more!

The 31,000 sqft Tsutaya Books in Pavilion Bukit Jalil will not only be home to shelves and shelves of books, but will also house a cosy cafe, sections where you can shop for specialized merchandise, areas for comfortable reading, as well as family-friendly areas and facilities, including low bookshelves for your little ones as well as a playground. ✨

Wondering what you'll be able to shop for at Tsutaya Books? We've compiled a handy list so you'll know what to expect when you head over!

This one's a no-brainer, but did you know that Tsutaya Books is known for carrying one of the largest varieties of literary materials on-site? According to an Instagram story on the bookstore's Instagram account, you can expect over 165,000 titles at the store in Pavilion Bukit Jalil!

Each of Tsutaya Books' outlets also comes with a team of professionals who are trained to give you personalized recommendations based on experience and your preference.

The books at Tsutaya will also be categorized by lifestyle topics for easy discovery and browsing and will be available in many languages including Bahasa Melayu and Chinese dialects.

From high-quality fountain pens to imported notebooks and adorable stickers, those who love stationery and have a passion for arts and crafts can totally spend hours at this bookstore.

Besides getting something for yourself, you can easily shop for curated gifts that are unique, personalized, and hard to find elsewhere. Most Tsutaya Bookstores also come with a counter for gift wrapping services - we sure hope the one in Bukit Jalil has one so we can shop for last-minute gifts anytime!

Interior decorative items, fragrances, and kitchenware in a bookstore? Tsutaya Books strives to be a space to cultivate culture and lifestyle, so you can expect unique lifestyle items on display here as well.

We did a bit of digging through the social media of the Tsutaya outlets in Japan, and realized that they sell everything from eggs to sake, spices, sunglasses, mugs, limited-edition figurines, socks, and all sorts of home decor! If you head to the children's section, you'll also see toys and board games available for the little ones.

Rest your legs at the cosy modern Japanese cafe nestled in the heart of the bookstore, which comes complete with a zen vibe, comfortable seats and the aroma of coffee.

Some Tsutaya Books branches in Japan even come with stylish themed restaurants as well as art exhibit sections, perfect for winding down after walking through shelves and shelves of books.

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