The Alley Waiting for the Cat DIY Book Nook Kit
€65,95
- Follow little cats down a nostalgic Japanese alley
- Tap to light the lanterns along the shopfronts
- Build a side street of bookshops, signs, and small stories
- Let a little Japanese night scene glow between your books
Intermediate
Difficulty
280
Pieces
6-8
Hours
7.1 × 4.3 × 9.1 in
Finished size
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Specifications
- Assembled Size: 7.1 × 4.3 × 9.1 in
- Pieces: 280
- Difficulty:Intermediate
- Assembly Time: About 6-8 Hours
- Light Control:Touch Sensor
- Power Supply: 3 AA Batteries Required
- Music Movement:Not Included
- Moving Mechanism:No Moving Mechanism
- Dust Cover:Included
Description
The Alley Waiting for the Cat DIY Book Nook Kit - From Wood and Light, a Street Comes Alive
Welcome to The Alley Waiting for the Cat DIY Book Nook Kit. Create a subtle, bustling charm of a Japanese machiya street, where glowing lanterns light up the dreamy night, and a little cat wandering around it. In the alley, where shop signs recreate the warmth of a nostalgic street scene, a bookstore hidden in the corner of the alley, decorated with exquisite potted plants and adorable dolls.
Unique Features:
- · A neon-lit Showa-era street of Japan
A nostalgic cityscape brimming with colour and culture is painted by vintage shopfronts and glowing neon signs.
- · Little cats wandering around the machiya street
Feel cozy as tiny cats roam the Machiya Street, bringing some life and playfulness to the scene.
- · A gentle touch lights up with warm light
A soft tap adds a soft, cozy glow to the street, which is ideal for creating the atmosphere and emphasizing all the nostalgic details.
- · Unwind, create, and have fun
Relax with hands-on fun by building the miniature nook in your favourite theme. It will become a glowing masterpiece as each piece inspires peaceful concentration and creative joy.
Good-to-Know Stuff:
What’s in the Box?
- Pre-cut MDF wooden pieces
- Pre-Assembled LED light
- Sandpaper and tweezers
- Paper decorations
- English assembly instructions
Every Corner Tells a Story
Shipping & Returns
US Orders
Most U.S. orders ship from our warehouse in California and are delivered within 3–7 business days.
International Orders
Orders to Europe, Australia, Asia, and other regions typically arrive within 7–15 days. Depending on stock, some items may ship from our international fulfillment centers.
Processing Time
We usually process and dispatch all orders within 2–3 business days. During peak seasons (such as Black Friday, Christmas, and other major holidays), handling times may be slightly longer. Need it sooner? Contact us and we’ll do our best to speed things up.
Returns
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The Alley Waiting for the Cat DIY Book Nook Kit
€65,95
The little details
Around the Corner, a Cat Awaits
Convenient Pull-Out Dust Cover
Traditional Storefront Details
Vertical Layered Alley Design
Why you’ll love this kit
Take the Long Way Past the Bookshop
Hang the tiny signs and arrange flower pots outside the bookshop. Tap the lights and imagine following a cat down the alley, with no reason to hurry home.
- Enjoy a creative break, one detail at a time.
- Bring a warm glow to your favourite space.
- Display it proudly. You made it.
The build experience
This kitIntermediate
Estimated build time: 6-8 Hours
This kit
An afternoon. Or two easy evenings.
Your Saturday or Sunday project.
Make it a long-weekend project.
Pause anytime. Continue at your own pace.
Suggested pace; follow this kit’s estimated build time.Made easier from the first step
Clear, step-by-step instructions
Pre-assembled LEDs
No painting needed
No soldering needed
No surprises when you open it
What’s included
- Pre-cut MDF Wooden Pieces
- Paper Decorations
- Pre-Assembled LED Light
- Electronic Components
- English Assembly Instructions
- Decorative Stickers
Batteries and glue are not included.
BUILD WITH CONFIDENCE
Build with confidence. We’re here to help.
From clear instructions to help after delivery, enjoy a little more peace of mind with your next project.
| Buying elsewherePossible drawbacks. Experiences vary by seller. | With ROCOXIAEasier to start. Supported along the way. |
|---|---|
Unclear instructions. No digital guide. | Clear, step-by-step instructions and a digital guide. |
Painting or soldering may be required. | Pre-assembled LEDs. No painting or soldering needed. |
Replacement parts may cost extra. | Free replacement parts to help you keep building. |
Limited support after you buy. | Customer support for your kit and order. |
No tracking number. Left wondering. | Tracking details emailed when your order ships. |
Returns may be restricted or unavailable. | 30-day returns for eligible items, subject to our return policy. |
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Real Builds. Real Results.
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Before and after your build
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Read the return policyHow challenging is this kit?
Difficulty: Intermediate.
Estimated assembly time: 6-8 Hours.
Pause anytime. Continue at your own pace.
What should I have ready?
Battery requirement: 3 AA Batteries Required
Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.8 / 5 from 202 reviews.
There’s something very satisfying about watching a pile of flat wooden pieces slowly transform into a beautiful moonlit cottage. Bit by bit, the winding stairs, moss-covered roof, tree and tiny woodland details start to come together.
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Beautiful and very fun to put together
Ein schönes DIY - Projekt, bei dem man auch mit Ton in Berührung kommt. Brote und Snacks werden mit Ton gefertigt und anschließend mit der beigefügten Farbe überstrichen. Die Wirkung ist viel besser, als wenn diese Komponenten aus Papier wären.
Love, love doing these.
Absolutely delightful. Couldn’t believe just how beautiful it was once it was finished. Enjoyed every minute of making it. Looking forward to doing many more.
I absolutely loved building this kit! It is the sixth kit of this type that I’ve built and I have to say it has been my favorite. The wood is of good quality and the printing on it is nicely vivid and clean. There weren’t a whole lot of little, fiddly things to build, which I appreciated. The pieces fit together very well. It is a wonderful, fun kit to build.
I absolutely loved making this, the quality is better than everything else I’ve made to date, the instructions are easy to follow and as long as you follow the instructions properly this build is pretty much plain sailing. I was upset to find this at cheaper prices than what I paid and don’t think I could warrant paying as much as I did and would definitely buy this to build time and time again if it was a better price.
Nice retro shop, tailor is like a living being, amazing details, lots of fabrics, beautiful tailoring
Beautiful nostalgic design,creates a cozy athmsphere, only the musical mechanism is missing a part (small gear wheel) it was not delivered, so my chains do not run.
This was absolutely beautiful to make and gives me so much satisfaction to watch now that it’s finished
The infinity mirror effect makes this super unique, I love it!
Krásný nostalgický design, působí velmi útulně,. Jen v mém hudebním strojku chybí součást (malé ozubené kolo) nebyla dodána a proto se mé řetězy neotáčí...
Ok
Easy to build, great instructions, and works and looks great!!
It's really beautiful
Love it
We made a booknook before, this one looks very detailed and good quality
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Easy to build. Very nice details.
Wery good stuff!
This has been a lovely model to put together with great results. Thank you
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Good quality and fun to put together. Love it and will buy another.
love it
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This took me like 2 weeks haha. I got it for Christmas and I love it, but maybe start with an easier level of difficulty for your first booknook. I've finished it and will be getting more for my bookshelf:) definitely 5/5 difficulty level as they said. I wish they all had a difficulty rating; it is not listed on all of them.
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Such a cute shop! The kit was really great quality. Nothing missing, everything went together snug so minimal gluing but also minimal sanding. Design is great, love the 🐈 cafe and I would love to visit for real.