GET LOST IN PAGES: BOOKCHIGO BOOKSTORE

  

Step into the enchanting world of Bookchigo, a haven for book lovers located at San Miguel, Cordova, Cebu behind McDonals. Where the love for literature meets community, Bookchigo Bookstore invites you to explore its shelves, discover new stories, and get lost in the pages of your next favorite book. Bookchigo Bookstore is the largest bookstore in Cebu. They sell mostly secondhand books but it's still in great condition, it is Php200 per kilo. They have books for children, chapter and teen section, and more. They also have a café inside the bookstore, where you can take a sip of coffee and French crepes and enjoy while reading your favorite(s) books.

ORIGIN AND HISTORY

During the pandemic, Bookchigo started as an online business through live selling, where customers could pick and choose from the titles shown during the live streams. They also offered the books by weight service at the time, but the books were chosen by the owners. The standard price is Php200 per kilo, but there is a minimum weight requirement of three kilos.

There are several Bookchigo branches in the Philippines, and the Cebu branch recently opened in 2024. Bookchigo is divided into two areas: the retail store and the warehouse. The warehouse is where customers can avail the books-per-kilo service, while the retail store is where you can buy books individually. 

BOOKCHIGO ACTIVITIES

Bookchigo Bookstore activities are:

Book shopping: Books per kilo or buying secondhand books (Php200) per weight.

Retail Store: It allows you to purchase books individually in a different variety of genres from children's books to novels and new arrivals

Mini Café: Enjoy coffee and treats from Clara's Crepes while reading your favorite book(s).

Photoshoots:  The bookstore has an ideal spot for photoshoots, especially for those who love being surrounded by books.

Weekend Events: On Saturdays and Sundays, Bookchigo hosts children's activities that may include dress-up and storytelling, making it a family-friendly destination.

Online Engagement/Live Selling: For those who can't visit the store, Bookchigo offers live selling sessions on platforms like Facebook and TikTok, where you can interact with sellers and discover new books.

PERSONAL EXPERIENCE

I still remember that I visit Bookchigo when I was a Grade 12. I vividly remember the smell of books and ink, and the feel of flipping through every pages. Bookchigo was my sanctuary, one of a place where I could escape the stress of life, exams and deadlines. Even now, I look back on those moments, grateful for the memories and the lessons learned between the pages of the books I discovered there.

Its almost a year since my last visit in Bookchigo, I hope I could visit there again.

Have you been to Bookchigo Bookstore or not?

Do you have a plan to go there to experience their activities, buy books, see their haven bookstore and relax in their café? 

What is/are your favorite books?

Do you like novels, wattpad, or fairy tales?