Q&A

A.Please use the terminals in the "Information Search Corner" in the library, or enter keywords here and search.

A.The call number label is arranged in the order of "classification number," "author number," and "volume number."

A.You can reserve materials that are currently on loan. You can do so by logging in to "My Library" on the library website.

A.During the loan period, you can renew the loan period twice per book (item) at "My Library" or at the counter. However, if the material has been reserved or is overdue, it cannot be renewed.

A.After closing time, please use the book drop next to the library entrance. Returns will be processed on the next opening day. Materials can also be returned by mail (shipping costs borne by the user) after packaging to protect them from damage. Please return fragile materials such as DVDs and unbound magazines to the counter.

A.In principle, you will not be able to enter the library. If you have unavoidable circumstances, please inform the counter. Please note that you will not be able to borrow materials.

A.You can visit other universities and actually view the materials. Actual expenses such as transportation costs will be incurred. As a rule, you must contact the other university in advance, so if you would like to use the library of another university, please come to our library counter (weekdays 8:30-17:00) to inquire.

A.Yes, you can. Please check the "User Guide" on the library website.

A.For books that are not in the library's possession, we accept requests to purchase them. You can do so by logging in to "My Library" on the library's website.

A.You will be banned from making new loans for the number of days that the item is overdue.

A.If you wish to use audiovisual materials, please apply at the counter.
There is no need to declare whether you will be able to search the library collection or read papers.

A.Lost items in the library should be handed in to the Student Support Division (2nd floor of the Education and Research Building).

A.Foreign magazines are arranged in alphabetical order by title.

A.Japanese magazines are arranged in alphabetical order by title. Japanese words in the title are converted to Hepburn romanization, and foreign words are converted to their original spelling before being arranged in alphabetical order.
Example) Gastrointestinal surgery → Shokakigeka ×Syokakigeka
Department of Rehabilitation Medicine → Rehabilitation igaku ×Rihabiriteshon igaku
Medical journal → Iyaku journal ×Iyaku janaru
Diabetes care → Tonyobyo care ×Tonyobyo kea

A.The shelving location varies depending on the Japanese/Western title, publication year, etc. Please check the shelving location on the OPAC for each volume.

A.Unbound academic journals can be borrowed overnight (from 16:45 to 12:30 the next opening day). Bound journals and general magazines (non-academic journals) can be borrowed for one week. However, the latest issues of general magazines cannot be borrowed.

A.Generally, eating and drinking are strictly prohibited in libraries, due to the risk of damaging or soiling materials.
Eating is prohibited, but hydration is permitted for health reasons. However, only drinks in resealable containers such as plastic bottles can be brought on board.
Once you have finished drinking water, please put it back in your bag and do not place it on the reading desk.

A.You may not copy materials brought in from outside the library, such as notebooks, handouts, etc. The copy machines in the library have been installed for the purpose of making copies of library materials permitted by Article 31 of the Copyright Act, and may not be used for any other purpose.

A.The maximum number of books, bound magazines, and audiovisual materials that can be borrowed is 5 in total. You can check how many books you have currently borrowed from My Library.