We can dispose of old, difficult or rare books, or large numbers of books in your collection.
We do business with universities, research institutes, libraries and professionals nationwide.
Free estimates! If you are interested in selling your books, RINROKAKU BOOKSTORE is at your service. We will travel anywhere in Japan. Large collections are particularly welcome. With a history of more than 150 years since our establishment, we have been patronized by libraries, universities, and collectors in Japan and abroad as a specialized bookstore.
We are proud of our achievements and pride as an antiquarian bookstore that connects the ages.
Please contact us first by filling out the book selling inquiry form at the bottom of this page, by e-mail, by phone, or by fax.
Our specialty
We will also accept old books (Japanese and Chinese), rubbings and seal scripts, Meiji and Taisho documents, old photographs, old maps, academic books, art, calligraphy, and hobby books, Chinese documents (materials, maps, photographs, prewar publications) magazines and miscellaneous books in bulk.
Selling Your Books
There are three ways to purchase used books: On-Site Book Buying, Mail-In Service, and in-store purchase.
First, please call, fax or e-mail us with an approximate description.
We will be happy to discuss how to do business with you.
On-Site Book Buying
On-Site Book Buying
For large quantities or high value items, we will travel anywhere in Japan at your convenience.
We will arrange the shipping of the items, etc., so there is no need for you to worry about it.
Mail-In Service
Mail-In Service
Please send the books freight collect. We will evaluate and contact you as soon as we receive the original item. We will then send you the payment.
- Please contact us before shipping
Sending address
7-2-4 Hongo, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 113-0033, Japan
TEL: 03-3811-6555
RINROKAKU BOOKSTORE
Drop Off In-Store
Drop Off In-Store
We will evaluate the item on the spot, and if the amount is agreed upon, we will pay cash in exchange for the item.
- Please be sure to contact us before you come.
Our Buying Process
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Please contact us using the book selling inquiry form at the bottom of this page.
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We will contact you to discuss the transaction method.
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Please prepare the books you wish to dispose of according to the transaction method.
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Our staff will perform the assessment.
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If you are satisfied with the purchase price, we will pay you.
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The purchase is complete. We look forward to serving you again.
Precautions
If our offer isn’t accepted, books will be returned freight collect. We appreciate your understanding.
Selling Inquiry Form
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