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Choshi de la vieille ville Cuisine Kyoto Blossom Pâtisserie Kurihara

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Make Time to Make

An afternoon to get lost in making. A little Japanese tavern to keep.

Leave an afternoon open and let the little shop take shape in your hands. There is time to settle into the assembly, arrange a corner, then notice how much of the scene you have already made. Pause for tea whenever you like; the next piece can wait. By the time you find a place for the finished tavern, its familiar little corners will each hold a bit of the afternoon you spent making it.

Choshi de la vieille ville

Why You'll Love This Kit

The lanterns are on. There is room at the counter.

Behind the lantern-lined shopfront, bottles fill the shelves and small plates wait beside the stools. A telephone sits by the bar, carp streamers hang outside and a Shiba Inu in a green scarf greets you at the step. Look above the Japanese sign to find scattered leaves on the tiled roof. Warm light reaches into the shelves and cooking corner, bringing this open-front izakaya scene to life on your shelf.

  • Un izakaya japonais confortable dans la vieille ville
  • Lumière chaude d'une lanterne au-dessus du comptoir
  • Bouteilles de saké, une bannière de poisson & un petit chat
  • Un cadeau nostalgique pour les amoureux du Japon et de la gastronomie

The Little Details

A closer look at the little izakaya.

A counter set with small dishes
A counter set with small dishes
A little telephone beside the bar
A little telephone beside the bar
Carp streamers outside the shop
Carp streamers outside the shop
A Shiba Inu waiting by the step
A Shiba Inu waiting by the step
Old Town Choshi miniature displayed on a wooden shelf beside real books

The best part? You made it.

  • Bring a little world you love into your own home.
  • Start with a kit—not a blank page.
  • Enjoy the moment you can say, “I made this.”
  • Make time for a hobby that gives something back.
  • Display your work, and share the story behind it.
  • Build it together, or give a book lover their next project.

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Old Town Choshi – DIY book nook kit, HiNooki (image 6)

Included with your kit

What’s in the box

  • Pre-cut, numbered components218 pre-cut, numbered pieces
  • A step-by-step guide from first piece to finished miniature
  • Touch-switch LED lighting, designed for straightforward assembly
  • Decorative details to bring your miniature to life
  • Carefully packed and ready to gift
  • Essential assembly tools included

Due to shipping restrictions, glue and batteries are not included.

FAQs

Quick answers before you build.

About this kit

What's Inside The Box?

Kit contents vary by model. Check this product’s specifications and In the Box & Extras section for the included parts, lighting components, tools and accessories.

Liquid glue and batteries are not supplied. Please prepare them if your kit requires them. Some glue-free kits use supplied tape or stickers instead.

Does it come with working lights? How does it work?

Lighting and power requirements vary by kit. Check this product’s specifications to confirm whether lighting is included and whether it uses USB power or batteries. Batteries are not supplied.

Touch control describes how the light is switched on or off; it does not identify the power source. If the power details are unclear, email contact@hinooki.com before ordering.

Is This Beginner-friendly?

Suitability varies by kit. Check this product’s instructions, recommended age and any stated skill requirements. Small parts and detailed assembly may require patience and care.

If you are new to miniature building, email contact@hinooki.com with the kit name and we can help you check whether it suits your experience.

How Long Does It Take To Build?

Build time varies with the kit, your experience and your pace. Use the estimate on this product page, if provided, as a guide rather than a guarantee. You can spread the build over several sessions.

Do I need any extra tools?

Included tools and extras vary by kit. Check this product’s In the Box & Extras section and instructions before preparing supplies. Liquid glue and batteries are not supplied; prepare them only if required for this kit.

If an included item is unclear, email contact@hinooki.com with the product name.

What Kind Of Glue Should I Use?

Liquid glue is not supplied. Some kits use included tape or stickers and do not need liquid glue.

If glue is required, follow the kit instructions and choose an adhesive suitable for the materials being joined. PVA craft glue is commonly used for paper and wood. Follow the adhesive maker’s directions, including drying time, and keep glue away from electrical components.

Are These Kits Suitable for Children?

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If the recommended age is not shown, contact us before buying for a child.

Orders & support

Will Items Ship Together?

Your order may arrive in multiple packages if:

  • Items ship from different warehouses (US/UK/AU...)
  • Large orders require separate boxes
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    • Shipping notifications for each package
    • Priority consolidation when possible
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For damaged, defective or missing pieces, contact us within 90 days of delivery for free replacement parts. Submit the product name, order number and part numbers or quantities through our Parts Replacement Service, or email contact@hinooki.com. A photo, where possible, helps us identify the right part.

For an incorrect or unusable whole item, please contact us for the appropriate solution. This support does not limit your consumer rights; see our Refund Policy.

How Do I Track My Order?

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Arrival estimates vary by destination and include processing time; see our Shipping Policy. If tracking is delayed or says delivered but you have not received the parcel, email contact@hinooki.com.