The World Books Exhibition II Nihonbashi Exhibition will run from June 12 to 15, 2026, at Nihonbashi Plaza. Admission is free, featuring 380 items including a 16th-century Plato volume, a 1m giant book, and a 0.75mm miniature book.
The World Books Exhibition II Nihonbashi Exhibition Executive Committee will host the World Books Exhibition II - Books - Heritage of Humanity from June 12 to June 15, 2026, at the Nihonbashi Plaza 3F Exhibition Hall in Tokyo. This exhibition showcases the value of books and reading. Around 380 items will be displayed, including a 1543 Swiss edition of Plato's Complete Works, first editions and handwritten items from literary figures like Hugo, Goethe, Shakespeare, Helen Keller, and Nightingale. Highlight exhibits include a 1-meter-tall special replica of the world's largest bird book and a 0.75mm miniature book. Visitors can create their own bookplates and experience readings of masterpieces like Romance of the Three Kingdoms, Les Miserables, and Faust by professional voice actors. An online riddle-solving game, Riddle Library: Challenge from a Phantom Thief, is also available on the official website. The event is free and supported by the Tokyo Metropolitan Bookstore Commerce Union. Contact Soka Gakkai Central Cultural Center for inquiries. Official URL: https://syoseki.tenji-kai.jp.
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When and where will the 'Books - Heritage of Humanity II' Exhibition in Nihonbashi be held?
It will be held from June 12 (Friday) to June 15 (Monday), 2026, at the Nihonbashi Plaza 3F Exhibition Hall in Chuo-ku, Tokyo (a 4-minute walk from Tokyo Station and Nihonbashi Subway Station). Hours are 10:00–20:00, opening at 12:00 on the first day and closing admission at 12:00 on the final day.
Is there an admission fee?
No, admission to the exhibition is free.
What kinds of items will be on display?
Approximately 380 items will be exhibited, including a 1543 Swiss edition of 'Complete Works of Plato', first editions and manuscript items of historical figures like Hugo and Goethe, a 1-meter tall 'World's Largest Bird Book (Special Replica Edition)', and a 0.75-mm miniature book 'English Pocket Calendar'.
Are there any interactive activities at the venue?
Yes, visitors can participate in making their own bookplates (ex-libris) and experience reading sessions of masterpieces like 'Romance of the Three Kingdoms' and 'Les Misérables' narrated by professional voice actors.
Who is the contact point, and what is the official website URL?
The contact is the Soka Gakkai Central Cultural Center (TEL: +81-3-5546-1650), and the official website is https://syoseki.tenji-kai.jp.