Non–Fiction Mornings — Theme–Free

Fuel your mind while you fuel up on coffee*.
*Note: Non-caffeinated drinks are welcome too.

From bookworms to casual readers, the Tsundoku Club welcomes everyone to gather on select weekend mornings for a cozy yet invigorating, shared literary moment.

Each participant gets 6–8 minutes (depending on the group size and preferences) to talk about a nonfiction book, followed by a couple of quick questions or comments before we move on to the next.

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📅When: 10:20 AM – 11:20 AM, Sunday, February 23 (The Emperor's Birthday)
📍Where: SALON adam et ropé* (1F, Second City), atré Kichijoji
*SALON adam et ropé is a lifestyle boutique with an integrated cafe space.
🎙️Format: Round-robin sharing—one person at a time
📚BYOB (Bring Your Own Book): Any nonfiction topic—no set theme
🗣️Language: English (all are welcome, including non-native speakers)

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Rough Plan:
10:20–10:25 — Grab a table and coffee*
*Drinks are available for order at the green counter.
10:25–10:30 — Quick introductions
10:30–11:20 — Book sharing

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Just so you know:

• Coffee’s on you.
• Conversation’s on us.

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Getting to SALON adam et ropé (サロン アダム エ ロペ) from Kichijoji Station:
(It takes 1 minute if you know where it is, but can feel like forever if you don’t.)
Check the map below first and look for SALON adam et ropé on the left-hand side.
Note: The name is slightly misspelled on the map, but don’t let that throw you off.
1st floor map at atré
Step-by-Step Directions:

1. Exit via the Central Gate (中央改札): If you're using JR, try to exit through the Central Gate. The South (Park) and West Gates are also possible, but they can be a bit confusing if you're unfamiliar with the station. If you're coming from the Keio Line, head toward the North Exit.
2. Head to the North Exit (北口): Don’t go past the North Exit. Walk toward it—atré connects directly to the station. The South (Park) Exit also works, but is trickier to navigate.
   *Go to the 1st Floor: JR ticket gates are on the 2nd floor, and the Keio Line gates are on the 3rd floor. Make your way down to the 1st floor.
3. Enter atré: Look for a glass-door entrance to atré on the 1st floor, 15 to 30 feet away from the North Exit. The building doesn't have many large signs, but the glass doors have tiny white letters that say "atré," which might help you identify it.
   *Navigate to the Second City: You can use the floor map (linked above) or find one on-site—information boards with maps are located throughout the building. SALON adam et ropé (サロン アダム エ ロペ) is shop number 1016 in the Second City (２番街) area on the 1st floor. When you spot Gong Cha, a Taiwanese tea shop, by the glass door entrance, you’re only 30 feet away. If you're unsure, feel free to ask a staff member—they’re usually happy to help.