Browse books and goods, select picture books, enjoy a café break, and hunt for souvenirs
About this spot
A glass-fronted complex standing in front of Hirakata Station, opened in 2016 in Hirakata, the birthplace of TSUTAYA. Anchored by Tsutaya Bookstore (蔦屋書店), with its bookshelves spanning the entire floor, the facility brings together miscellaneous goods, foods, restaurants, and cafés—offering a complete "life with books" experience. The children's section is lined with picture books and educational toys, making the search for a favorite with your child its own joyful time. For tired players at dusk, a café break while chatting about the day's most thrilling ride is perfect. As night falls, the building glows softly, turning even the journey home into a picturesque sight—a fitting finale to your Hirakata day.
Tips
Immediately accessible from Keihan Hirakata Station (京阪枚方市駅) via a pedestrian bridge—you can reach it with barely getting wet even in rain. The interior has elevators and nursing rooms, making stroller navigation comfortable. Café seating fills quickly in the evening, so securing a seat first before browsing books is smoother. There's paid parking with service discounts based on purchase amounts.
Best time to visit
Approximately 1 hour. Dusk through evening, when lights come on, is most pleasant
Access & map
〒573-0032 Osaka Prefecture, Hirakata City, Okahigashi-cho 12-2 (大阪府枚方市岡東町１２−２)
Model course featuring this spot
A Day of Fun at Hirakata Park (ひらかたパーク)
Osaka
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