Yokohama Architecture Book Features New Limited Edition Exclusives at Yurindo

Exciting New Edition of "Connecting Memories of Yokohama Architecture"

Overview
Yurindo is set to launch a special edition of the highly acclaimed book, "Connecting Memories of Yokohama Architecture and Life", published by Tuwavirgins, starting April 2026. Initially released in March 2024, this title has undergone several print runs, reflecting its immense popularity among architecture enthusiasts. The new edition will feature exclusive bonuses only available at Yurindo stores.

Exclusive Bonuses
This re-release will include a previously popular exclusive cover and bookmark, alongside a newly added bonus: a special “secret documentation” from the talk event with author Kunio Nakai, held at the Yurindo Isezakicho store. The talk event offered unique insights into Nakai's perspectives on Yokohama's architectural history and culture.

About the Book
The book intricately unravels the charm of Yokohama's historical buildings through the learned lens of Kunio Nakai, a respected architectural historian and professor at Kanagawa University. It portrays the city’s rich history while confronting challenges such as the Great Kanto Earthquake and the Yokohama air raids, linking its architecture to the lives of the people enduring these events.

Showcasing 50 Architectural Gems
Within its pages, the book showcases over 50 impressive structures, encompassing various aspects of Yokohama’s culture, from iconic hotels and bars to cinemas and public baths. Each architectural work tells a story that reflects the city's unique cultural landscape.

In-depth Interviews
The book also features 11 detailed interviews, delving into significant sites including the historic Hotel New Grand, celebrating its 100th anniversary, the beloved Yurindo Isezakicho, and the atmospheric Noge Tsubakihon Shopping District building, providing a comprehensive understanding of their historical and cultural significance.

Three Luxurious Features of the Exclusive Edition
The special Yurindo version presents a completely recreated previous exclusive design, now enriched with new bonuses to attract both architecture aficionados and local residents alike.

1. Yurindo Exclusive Book Cover:
A special cover created in color, depicting the façade of the Fourth Yurindo from its founding period (around 1916). This cover is sold wrapped around the standard edition cover, adding a unique touch to the presentation.

2. Yurindo Exclusive Bookmark:
Features an illustration of the Yurindo Isezakicho storefront, blending tradition and charm into an exclusive design that enhances the reading experience for fans.

3. [New Bonus] Kunio Nakai Talk Event Documentation:
This valuable material, distributed only to participants of Nakai's talk event at Yurindo, condenses the author's insightful commentary, serving as an excellent supplementary resource for readers seeking to delve deeper into Yokohama's architectural narrative.

Book Details

- Title: Connecting Memories of Yokohama Architecture and Life
- Supervisor: Kunio Nakai
- Price: ¥2,200 (¥2,000 plus tax)
- Format: A5 size / paperback / 192 pages / full color
- ISBN: 978-4-86791-069-6
- Release Date: December 26, 2025
- Re-release Start Date: April 2026, sequentially across stores
- Availability: Yurindo stores (with some exceptions)
- Publisher: Tuwavirgins Inc.

Author Profile
Kunio Nakai is a professor at Kanagawa University’s architecture department and co-director of NODESIGN. As a licensed architect, he actively engages in the preservation and utilization of Yokohama’s historic buildings. Nakai continues to promote the city’s architectural allure through both accessible and expert perspectives.
Noteworthy books include "Connecting Memories of Yokohama Architecture and Life" and "Understanding Yokohama’s Fireproof Architecture".

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