Sakura Izakaya Alley — DIY Book Nook Kit
Follow the cherry-blossom lane past the ramen counter to a lantern-lit izakaya.
- 249 PcsPieces
- 6-12 HTime
- Level
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The Story Behind It
A salaryman follows the lanterns past ramen, yakiniku and the corner Y-Mart, then chooses the smallest izakaya at the end. The owner places two cups on the counter before he sits; his old friend has arrived by the upstairs entrance.
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Orders usually ship within 1–3 business days.
- United States: 3–7 calendar days from our US warehouse.
- UK, Canada, Australia, France and Germany: 3–7 business days when the kit is available in local stock.
- US, Canada & Australia
- 6–12
- United Kingdom
- 6–9
- France & Germany
- 6–12
- Other EU countries & Switzerland
- 6–14
- Asian countries
- 5–10
- Rest of the world
- 7–20
Business days exclude weekends and public holidays. These are estimates; holidays, customs or carrier delays can affect timing. Remote areas may take 15–30 business days. For pre-orders, check the product-specific release or dispatch information.
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Make Time to Make
After dinner, slow down with a little Japanese alley to build.
Take your time with a street you can build shop by shop. Set out the ramen bowls, hang the little signs and add the blossom-covered branches above the lanterns. Each evening gives you another corner to finish and another small detail to enjoy. When the alley is ready, tuck it beside your books and let the warm windows remind you of the time you made for yourself.
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Why You'll Love This Kit
All the charm of a Japanese side street, between your books.
Sakura Izakaya Alley is a DIY book nook kit of a Japanese side street, with a ramen counter, a tiny grill and an izakaya lined with bottle crates. Pink blossoms soften the tiled roofs, signs crowd the shopfronts and a little white cat rests beside the flowers. Touch-lit lanterns draw you along the lane, turning a narrow space between books into somewhere you want to wander.
- A glowing Japanese izakaya alley
- Warm touch light bringing the street alive
- Sakura accents drifting over the lanterns
- A thoughtful gift for food & Japan lovers
The Little Details
Three little shops. Plenty of reasons to linger.
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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Included with your kit
What’s in the box
- Precision-cut, numbered components249 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?
Your kit includes:
- 249 pre-cut, numbered pieces
- Detailed illustrated step-by-step instructions
- Touch-activated LED kit, pre-wired
- Decoration materials: resin, paper detailing, stickers and fabric
- All the tools needed for assembly
- Sealed packaging, ready for gifting
Due to shipping restrictions, glue and batteries are not included.
Does the kit include lighting?
Yes. Every kit includes LED lighting to illuminate your finished model, with detailed illustrated instructions for assembly and setup. Batteries are not included.
Is this kit suitable for beginners?
Yes. Our kits include detailed illustrated step-by-step instructions, making them suitable for beginners. Work through one step at a time and enjoy building at your own pace.
How long does it take to build?
The estimated assembly time is 6-12 hours. Your pace may vary, and you can spread the build across several sessions.
Do I need any extra tools?
No extra tools are needed. We provide all the tools required for assembly. Glue and batteries are the only supplies not included.
What kind of glue should I use?
A clear-drying PVA craft glue is suitable for the wooden and paper parts. Use a craft adhesive suitable for the material when joining fabric, plastic or metal details. Glue is not included.
Are these kits suitable for children?
Our kits are designed for ages 14 and up, rather than as children’s toys. Anyone under 14 should build with a parent present and supervising throughout, as the kits contain small parts and assembly tools.
Orders & support
Will items ship together?
Items may arrive in separate packages when they ship from different warehouses or need separate boxes. We email a shipping confirmation and tracking number for each package.
What if a part is missing or damaged?
We provide free replacement parts for missing or damaged pieces reported within 90 days of delivery. Send your order number, product name and the affected part numbers or a photo through our Parts Replacement Service, or email contact@hinooki.com, and we will help arrange the replacement.
How do I track my order?
We email your tracking link as soon as your order ships. Tracking updates can take up to 48 hours to appear. If your order arrives in separate parcels, each parcel has its own tracking link.