“Is this real life? Is this just fantasy?” asks Queen. Those lyrics perfectly capture how I felt when I first discovered this hidden gem. Welcome to the Katsushika City Library, better known as the Kameari Library.
The Kameari Library is a branch of the Katsushika City Library system. Katsushika City operates this public library. You will find it nestled between Kameari Station and Ohanajaya Station. It has a local feel that makes it special.
Kameari Library opened in October 1981. It has been a vital part of the community ever since. The library is located at 1-17-5 Kameari. This address is in the Toei Kameari 1-chome Apartment No. 5 building. It is on the first floor.
The library is near Kameari Station. It is about a 14-minute walk away. If you take the Keisei bus or Keisei Town bus you only have a 3-minute walk from Kameari Junior High School.
Inside Kameari Library you will find a wide range of resources. There are approximately 115,000 books to choose from. You can also explore CDs and DVDs. As of April 1, 2024 the library had 3908 CDs, 640 cassettes, 99 DVDs and 37 videos.
The Kameari Library has 80 seats for reading. It offers internet access. There are two internet-browsing PCs available. Patrons can also use the Katsushika Library Free Wi-Fi service.
This library is more than just books. It is a community hub. It offers a welcoming space for all. The library has special corners. There is a corner dedicated to business resources. There is also a corner that focuses on environmental issues. For younger readers there is a children’s corner.
The Kameari Library also hosts events. Storytelling sessions and other activities occur regularly. These events make the library a vibrant place for learning.
Kameari Library is a place where you can easily spend hours. You can lose yourself in the pages of a book. You can discover new ideas and connect with others. It is more than just a library. It is a community treasure. It enriches the lives of those who enter its doors.