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Experience a Thrilling Puzzle Adventure at Machida Library

The Machida Central Library in Tokyo is set to host an exciting event titled "Library Mystery Quest – Tadato Detective Agency and Time Travel" from July 18 to August 30, 2026. Designed to engage middle and high school students, this event aims to showcase that libraries offer much more than just borrowing books.

This year’s mystery-solving game invites participants to assume the role of detective assistants. Equipped with a mystery-solving guide, participants will navigate through the library, unlocking secrets and learning how to find books effectively. This interactive experience not only makes learning fun but also demonstrates helpful ways to utilize the library for homework and report writing.

Event Details

• - Date: July 18 (Saturday) to August 30 (Sunday), 2026
• - Location: Machida Central Library (3-2-9 Haramachida)
• - Target Audience: Middle and high school students (open to all)
• - Registration: No prior registration is required. Participants can apply directly at the 5th-floor reference counter or submit the “Mystery Book Ticket” found on the wall at the Young Adult (YA) corner of the library.

How to Participate

1. Entry: Begin by signing in at the 5th-floor reference counter to receive your mystery-solving kit.
2. Solve Puzzles: Use the library’s catalog search machine and explore various books to crack the clues hidden around the library. Don't forget to refer to the mystery book and library map!
3. Completion: Once you’ve solved the mysteries, report back to the reference counter to receive a delightful prize (available for the first 100 participants).

Introduction to Mystery Quest Workshop

In addition to the main event, there will be special "Introduction to Mystery Quest" workshops designed to equip participants with essential research skills. Learn about the library's systems, including how the spine labels on books work, and master the use of the OPAC (Online Public Access Catalog) to become a library expert.

• - Workshop Dates:

- July 18 (Saturday) from 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM
- August 5 (Wednesday) from 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM

• - Location: 6th floor hall at the Central Library
• - Target Audience: Middle and high school students (open to all)
• - Capacity: Limited to 50 participants (first-come, first-serve basis)
• - Registration: Starting from noon on July 2, applications can be made using one of the following methods:

1. Call the Machida City Event Dial: 042-724-5656 (7 AM - 7 PM)
2. Online registration at Event Site using the code 260702B (available 24/7)
3. Visit the main counter on the 4th floor of the Central Library during operating hours.

Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to engage with the library in an entirely new light and gain valuable skills while having fun solving mysteries! See you there!