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The \u67cf\u539f\u5e02\u7acb\u67cf\u539f\u56f3\u66f8\u9928 or Kashiwara City Library plays a vital role for locals. It provides access to knowledge and resources.
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The Kashiwara Library is at 4-1-27 Kamiichi. The closest stations are Tsuboishigaki Station and Kashiwara Station. The Kokubu Library is at 1-3-7 Tanba. The closest station is Kawachi-Kokubu Station.
Interestingly the library hosts a unique event. It is called the “Stuffed Animal Sleepover.” This event began in 2013. It has become an annual autumn tradition. Children bring their beloved stuffed animals to the library. These cuddly friends get to spend the night.
During the sleepover the children participate in story time. It is often a picture book reading session. They tuck their stuffed animals into cozy futons. Then the children go home. Library staff then document the stuffed animals’ adventures.
The stuffed animals explore the library at night. They read books and play. Library staff capture these moments in photos. These photos are shared on Twitter and Google Photos. The children view the photos at home. They imagine what their stuffed animals are doing.
The next day the children return to the \u67cf\u539f\u5e02\u7acb\u67cf\u539f\u56f3\u66f8\u9928. They reunite with their stuffed animals. Each stuffed animal gets to pick out a book to borrow.
This event is very popular. Repeat participants are common. Each time registration opens many people apply. In 2016 thirty-two stuffed animals attended. They came with children aged two to ten.
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The library also offers study rooms. These are available for students. The Kashiwara Library has a learning room on the first floor. It seats twenty-eight people. The Kokubu Library has a learning room on the fourth floor. It has thirty-six seats.
Both libraries have book posts. You can return books when the library is closed. However AV materials such as DVDs cannot be returned this way.
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The \u67cf\u539f\u5e02\u7acb\u67cf\u539f\u56f3\u66f8\u9928 is more than just a place for books. It is a dynamic space for learning. It also promotes community engagement. Through unique events it fosters a love of reading. It also provides valuable resources for everyone. So next time you are in Kashiwara visit this library. You might just find yourself at a stuffed animal sleepover.