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Facilities<\/h4>\n

Each building has a different permission for users’ making sounds.<\/p>\n

The building on the east side of the library\uff1aLearning Commons – “Open Space”\u00a0<\/span>(conversation and computers allowed)<\/p>\n

The middle of the three buildings \uff1aBuilding 1 (computers allowed)<\/p>\n

The building on the west side of the library\uff1aBuilding 2- “Quiet Space”<\/span>\u00a0(no personal computers)<\/p>\n

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Facility Guide<\/h4>\n

Counter<\/strong><\/p>\n

Here you can borrow and return books.
\nThere is also a reference desk where you can ask for a variety of information about libraries.<\/p>\n

Entrance\/Exit Gate<\/strong><\/p>\n

When entering, please scan your student ID or library card to proceed. When leaving, please exit one at a time. When the buzzer sounds, the gate will lock. In this event, please follow the instructions of the counter staff.<\/p>\n

Automatic Lending Terminal<\/strong><\/p>\n

Here you can borrow and renew books yourself.<\/p>\n

OPAC Terminal<\/strong><\/p>\n

Here you may check on what materials are in stock. In addition to the Reference Books Room, there are also terminals in the Reading Rooms and in the Journal Rooms on the 1\uff5e3 floors.<\/p>\n

Copy Corner<\/strong><\/p>\n

With the coin-operated copy machine, you may copy documents in the library to the extent that you do not violate copyright. The copy fee is 10 yen for black and white per page and 50 yen for colored per page. There is a paid printer where you can print materials from your own device.<\/p>\n

AV Material Viewing Corner<\/strong><\/p>\n

DVDs, videos, etc in the library collection can be viewed here. Please check videos out at the counter (Student ID is required). Removing AV materials from the library is prohibited.<\/p>\n

Urawa National Higher School Memorial Room<\/strong><\/p>\n

This room contains materials donated by the Urawa National Higher School Alumni Association. Hours of operation are 9:00-12:15, 13:15-17:00 on weekdays. Those who wish to visit should inquire at the counter.<\/p>\n

Stack Room<\/strong><\/p>\n

The 1st floor holds foreign books, while the 2nd and 3rd are dedicated to Japanese books.<\/p>\n

Journal Room<\/strong><\/p>\n

The 1st floor houses publications from universities and various institutions. The 2nd floor houses foreign journals, almanacs and yearly government statistics. The 3rd floor holds Japanese journals, catalogs and indexes.<\/p>\n

Newspaper Corner<\/strong><\/p>\n

The current issues available for reading in this corner include Japanese edition of Asahi and Yomiuri. You can also browse English-language and sports newspapers. Back issues are available in the journal room.<\/p>\n

Co-Creation Space<\/strong><\/p>\n

No desk.It can be divided into rooms of various sizes.<\/p>\n

Learning Commons \/ Lounge<\/strong><\/p>\n

Please feel free to use it for study, meetings, etc. Conversations are also possible here.<\/p>\n

Support Desk<\/strong><\/p>\n

Graduate student Library Assistants (LA) provide learning support, including consultations on researching and writing papers.<\/p>\n

Everyone’s Lounge<\/strong><\/p>\n

Library Assistants (LA) regularly hold events under the theme of “A Fun-Filled Event for Anyone and Everyone.”
\nNormally you can use it freely.<\/p>\n

Seminar Rooms<\/strong><\/p>\n

There are two rooms suitable for holding a seminar. Blu-disc players, wide screen monitors and microphones are available. You need to make a reservation in advance, so please apply at the counter.<\/p>\n

Group Study Room<\/strong><\/p>\n

There are three rooms suitable for group discussions. Electronic blackboard is available. You need to make a reservation in advance, so please apply at the counter.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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