
Yufuin: Read in Osamu Dazai's Forest Cafe
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Escape to Yufuin Bungaku no Mori, a serene forest cafe in Oita Prefecture, housed in the relocated home of novelist Osamu Dazai. Enjoy coffee and books in a tranquil setting that once inspired the author of 'No Longer Human'.
Discover a unique literary retreat in Yufuin, Oita. Yufuin Bungaku no Mori features Hekiunso, the former house of acclaimed author Osamu Dazai, offering a combined cafe and reading space amidst a peaceful forest setting.
The cafe offers a relaxing atmosphere with an art gallery and multiple rooms with different views. Indulge in local specialties like Oita Mushroom and Cheese Pizza or Reading Coffee while immersing yourself in a book.
Upstairs, find dedicated reading spaces themed around Dazai's works, including the "Human Lost" room where he conceived 'No Longer Human.' Visitors can spend the entire day reading, with books available for purchase or personal enjoyment.
Original source:SoraNews24 ↗
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