Kyoto University Library Network

<Period: Monday, February 16 to Tuesday, March 31, 2026>
<Subject: Current Kyoto University students or those graduating this spring>

As the academic year draws to a close, why not take a moment to reflect on your studies and research at Kyoto University? We imagine books have always been a constant presence. For you,

• The books that shaped who you are today
• The books that shaped your research
• The books you want to talk about their appeal

...what are they?
We have collectively named them “Core Books.”

Please introduce one of your cherished Core Books.

Fill out and submit the following questionnaires (https://forms.gle/hcwrfREWr36eQCLW6) to display the "keyword." At the Library Counter 2, show the “Keyword” screen (displayed on your smartphone) and your student ID to the staff. 

Participants who respond will receive original library goods (not for sale). 

The redemption period is February 16 to March 31. 

[Kyoto University User Support Division]

The Kyoto University Library Network will hold a briefing session regarding the "Rule Changes for Open Access (JSPS KAKENHI, etc.)" that will apply from FY2026.

[Mar 12, 2026 Update] Briefing materials and recording are now available on kubar (Japanese only; SPS-ID/ECS-ID required).
https://kubar.rd.iimc.kyoto-u.ac.jp/oa_seminar_20260310/

Under the "Basic Policy on the Realization of Immediate Open Access to Scholarly Publications (National Policy)", research projects selected for KAKENHI and other public funds from FY2025 onwards will be mandated to provide immediate open access to scholarly papers and their underlying data. Consequently, researchers will be required to take new measures, such as registering their work in KURENAI (Kyoto University Research Information Repository) and managing Article Processing Charges (APC).

In this session, we will provide specific, practical guidance on support measures, including how to provide OA for papers and research data through KURENAI and the APC discount schemes offered by Kyoto University.
We will also discuss international trends in Open Science and the significance of both the National and Kyoto University OA policies.

Event Details
Date & Time: Tuesday, March 10, 2026 | 13:15 – 14:45
Language: Japanese Only
Target Audience: Researchers affiliated with Kyoto University (especially those planning to receive competitive research funds such as KAKENHI).
Format: Online (Zoom)
*No prior registration is required.

Zoom connection information

• Faculty and Staff: Please check the Faculty and Staff Groupware (SPS-ID login required).
  https://ku1.cybozu.com/g/bulletin/view.csp?cid=68&aid=23473
• Students: Please check the KULASIS Bulletin Board (on-campus access only).
  https://www.k.kyoto-u.ac.jp/internal/information_detail?no=8633&display_lang=en

Program:
Moderator：Honami Numajiri (Assistant Professor, Research and Development Laboratory, Kyoto University Library)
13:15 International Trends and the Significance of Open Science Leading to the National OA Basic Policy
　　Yasuhiro Murayama, Professor, R&D Laboratory, Kyoto University Library
13:35 National and Kyoto University Policies on Open Access and Research Data Sharing
　　Chifumi Nishioka, Associate Professor, Institute for Information Management and Communication
13:55 Open Access Support by the Library Network－Providing OA for Papers and Research Data via KURENAI
　　Repository Section, Kyoto University Library
14:10 APC Discount Schemes at Kyoto University
　　Electronic Resources Section, Kyoto University Library
14:25 Q&A Session

References:
The National Policy on Promoting Open Access to Publicly Funded Scholarly Publications and Scientific Data
https://www.kulib.kyoto-u.ac.jp/openaccess/1404342?lang=en
Discounts on Article Processing Charge (APC) Publishing
https://www.kulib.kyoto-u.ac.jp/openaccess/1404336?lang=en

[Research Support Division, Kyoto University Library]
Submit: 2026-02-13

KURENAI will be temporarily unavailable for maintenance during the following time:

• Date: February 12th, 2026 (Thursday)
• Time: 8:30 AM - 13:00 PM (JST, estimated)

We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your cooperation.

[Repository Section, Main Library]
Posted: 2026-02-12

The Education Center for Japanese Language and Culture of the ILAS operates a Japanese Language Resource Room to support the learning of our international students.

Main Library has established a new "Books on Japan" section to enable more individuals to access books for Japanese language learning and understanding Japanese culture.
We have carefully selected materials recommended by Centre faculty members. 
Alongside Japanese Language Resource Room, we hope you will find this section useful for your daily studies and research.

Reference

• ILAS > Education Center for Japanese Language and Culture > Other Opportunities to Study Japanese
• Japanese Language Study Room [flyer ; PDF]
• Floor map, Main Library [PDF]

KURENAI will be temporarily unavailable for maintenance during the following time:

• Date: February 2nd, 2026 (Monday)
• Time: 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM (JST, estimated)

We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your cooperation.

[Repository Section, Main Library]
Posted: 2026-01-29