Inmun Archive Yangnim & Cafe Humanitas

A special place to enjoy books and nature with your child, Inmun Archive Yangnim & Cafe Humanitas

Overview

• Inmun Archive Yangnim & Cafe Humanitas is a cultural complex located at 25, Jubong-ro 15beon-gil, Heungdeok-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do, in Jubong Village, where beautiful natural scenery unfolds.
• In a building that harmoniously blends the calm charm of a hanok with a modern sensibility, you can enjoy books, coffee, and nature all in one place.
• With a pond, lotus views, a spacious deck, and peaceful scenery, you can take in the changing landscapes of each season, making it a perfect spot for families looking for rest and relaxation in the city.

Features of the space

• Cultural complex
  • A large humanities archive with about 30,000 books sits alongside a cafe that connects naturally with the bookshelves.
  • Both the archive and the cafe are connected from Basement Level 1 to Level 2, and from Level 2 upward it is a no-kids zone.
• Harmony of hanok and modern design
  • The wooden structure and decorative roof figures, designed and crafted by Lee Yeon-hoon, a master carpenter of Chungcheongbuk-do Intangible Cultural Heritage, convey the beauty of traditional hanok architecture.
  • Not only the exterior but also the interior is filled with the scent of wood and books, and the basement space is close to the pond so you can feel the changes of all four seasons up close.
• Open natural scenery
  • From the cafe deck, you can relax while looking out over Jubong Reservoir filled with lotus flowers and wide open rice fields at the same time.
  • The lotus blooming season is summer, July to August, which makes it an especially lovely time to visit with your child.

Why it is great with kids

• Variety of books and spaces
  • Humanities books are placed along the stairs and on each floor, so you can browse a wide range of books from children's books to books for adults.
  • True to its identity as a book cafe, there are many quiet places where you can read or open a picture book, making it a good place to help build reading habits.
• Nature experience
  • The lotus flowers, rice fields, and reservoir seen from the large windows and deck let children experience the beauty of nature.
  • Because the scenery changes with the seasons, each visit can feel new.
• Facilities and extra services
  • Parking is fully available, though it may be harder to park on weekends, and parking staff are there to assist.
  • High chairs are available at the Basement Level 1 counter.
  • Drinks for children and simple desserts are available.
  • A private room, paid, for meetings is also available through Naver reservation.

Recommended points

1. You can experience both books and nature in a unique cultural complex where hanok and modern architecture come together.
2. The spacious and quiet setting, excellent natural scenery, and wide selection of books offer both relaxation and enjoyment for your child and the whole family.
3. A visit is especially recommended during the peak lotus bloom season, when you can make special memories with your child in a peaceful atmosphere.
4. Both the indoor cafe area and the deck are comfortable, with books, drinks, and desserts prepared for a range of ages.

Visitor information

• Hours: 10:30 to 21:00, closed on Mondays
• Parking: Parking staff available
• Address: 25, Jubong-ro 15beon-gil, Heungdeok-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

MomMom summary

"If you want to spend a relaxed day with your child among books, lotus flowers, and nature in a hanok cultural complex full of life, Inmun Archive Yangnim & Cafe Humanitas is a wonderful choice. The open natural views and serene book-filled space will make your day feel special."