Using library materials in closed stacks
- Entering the Library
- Using library materials on open shelves, digitized content and databases
- Using library materials in closed stacks
- Copying services
- Reference services
- Using Study Rooms / Free Wi-Fi service
- Returning materials and leaving the Kansai-kan
- Using the cafeteria
Searching for and requesting materials from the closed-stacks
The Kansai-kan operates under a closed-stack system. Materials available on open shelves are limited.
To read materials stored in closed stacks, please search for and request the materials you require from the NDL Search on a user terminal.
Tracking your requests
You can verify the status of your request at a user terminal. It generally takes from 10 to 20 minutes to retrieve materials stored in the closed stacks.
Picking up materials
Collect Counter
Please show your user card when you pick up the materials at the Collect counter.
* Materials cannot be taken outside the library.
Inter-Site Request
Some materials held at the Tokyo Main Library and/or the International Library of Children's Literature are available for the inter-site request.
Please inquire at the Information Desk for details.