Osaka Prefectural Nakanoshima Library

It was established in 1904 and is today one of two libraries which are supported by the Osaka Prefectural government.

The Neo-baroque style is enhanced with four massive columns which stand at the building's front entrance.

The library's copper roof dome is a distinctive feature.

The main building and both wings were designated as important cultural assets in 1974.

[1] The library is located in the vicinity of Nakanoshima Park.

Osaka Prefectural Nakanoshima Library (2019)
Osaka Prefectural Nakanoshima Library (2015)
Nakanoshima Library, 1909
Nakanoshima and its park, part of which is seen towards the left in the central delta. The first building at the extreme left in the delta is the public hall, followed in order toward the right by the city public library, the city hall and the Osaka branch of the Bank of Japan. The street in front of the bank is part of the Mido-Suji -- 1930.