Tsutaya Bookstore AEON Mall Tebrau City
From shopping at affordable JB supermarkets to exploring new things to do in JB, us Singaporeans are always finding new reasons to visit Malaysia. With JB becoming a popular destination, it’s no surprise that many hobbyists are starting to travel there for alternative shopping options too.
If one of your hobbies happens to be reading, you’re in luck as Japan’s largest bookstore chain, Tsutaya Books, is conveniently located in AEON Mall Tebrau City in JB. Its first outlet in JB is also complete with an in-house cafe, so you don’t need to fly all the way to Japan just to read and sip on matcha lattes.
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Immerse yourself in books & comfortable seating areas
Seating area at Tsutaya Bookstore AEON Mall.
Image credit: Tsutaya Books Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.
Being the 3rd addition to the existing outlets in KL, Tsutaya Bookstore AEON Mall Tebrau City opened in November 2024 and aims to bring its lifestyle concept to book lovers in JB. Unlike the bookstores we are familiar with, like Kinokuniya and POPULAR, this Japanese bookstore provides an immersive reading experience with its many seats, study desks, and benches.
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With a wide selection of books, especially in the humanities and sociology genres, you’ll be able to find fiction books, graphic novels, and manga here. For the uninitiated, this bookstore arranges its books by similar topics or movies, doing away with the traditional arrangement by language or genre.
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What this means is that in the movie section, you might spot the autobiography of J.K. Rowling right beside a row of Harry Potter novels, and even international magazines that have covered the movie. This encourages you to discover what your interests are, while admiring the aesthetic architecture of the store.
Shop for book accessories, stationery & homeware
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Similar to what we’ve seen in Tsutaya Bookstore in Japan and their 2 KL outlets, Tsutaya’s JB outlet is packed with stationery, arts and craft items, and aesthetic home decor, alongside huge bookshelves filled with popular titles.
You’ll be able to find book accessories and stationery such as fountain pens and minimalist notebooks, as well as craft materials like washi tape kits.
Enamel plates sold at Tsutaya Bookstore AEON Mall.
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If you’re looking to spice up your home decor, the bookstore sells hand-made kitchenware such as enamel plates and bowls. There’s also a children’s section where you’ll find toys, board games and even limited-edition figurines, and if you’re a fan of viral finds, keep an eye out for popular items like the Kodak Chamera keychain too.
The store even hosts pop-ups from popular franchises like Tamagotchi Paradise and CookieRun Braverse, so there’s always something new to discover on each visit.
Manga at Tsutaya Bookstore AEON Mall.
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Those searching for last-minute gifts will be delighted to know that there are in-house gift wrapping services available, so you don’t have to look up a wrapping tutorial.
Chill at their chic minimalist cafe
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One of the main highlights of this bookstore that separates it from other bookstores is its cafe, Ivy Tokyo Coffee Lounge. It’s a chic contemporary cafe that gives off a zen aesthetic, providing plush cushioned seats and dining tables, making it an ideal spot for those looking to take a rest from reading or looking to have a study session.
Matcha Pancake from Ivy Tokyo Coffee Lounge
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The menu offers freshly brewed drip coffee, yuzu ice-blended drinks, matcha espresso latte, as well as dessert options like matcha cakes and strawberry cakes. For a heartier meal, they also have a weekday set meal promotion for a pasta and a drink from RM14.90 (~S$4.86), which is quite the steal.
Reignite your passion for reading at Tsutaya Bookstore AEON Mall
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Through our busy schedules, we often neglect making time for our hobbies and interests. With Tsutaya Bookstore conveniently located within AEON Mall Tebrau City , don’t miss out on making a trip here if you’re making plans for a day-trip to JB, you might just rediscover a passion for reading again.
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Cover image adapted from: Wesley Wong, Wan Ridzwan via Google Maps, @denial_lim via Instagram
Last updated by Celine Wee on 20th March 2026.