[Library Network] Conditions of Use and Licensing Restrictions for E-Resource
Prohibited Actions When Using Electronic Resources
Mass Downloading Strictly Prohibited
- Automated operations or bulk downloads using programs
- Rapid consecutive clicks (prohibited even manually)
- Access via browser prefetch functions
- Copying, redistribution, or use beyond personal purposes
Cases of Unintentional "Excessive Access"
Cases where actions are considered "attacks" by system specifications are increasing, even without malicious intent.
Multiple people in a lab divided download tasks manually. Since the access source (university IP) was the same, it was detected as concentrated access in a short period.
Clicking through HTML abstracts and full texts one after another. Even without opening PDFs, the request frequency to the server was considered "downloading".
The "auto-import PDF" setting in reference management software was ON, causing repeated mass access in the background.
A book fell on the keyboard, holding down the F5 key (refresh). Hundreds of accesses were recorded in just a few minutes.
Essential! Settings Review Checklist
Reference Management Software (Turn OFF Auto-DL)
Prevent unintended background communication.
| Paperpile | Settings > Storage & Sync OFF "Automatically download PDFs" |
|---|---|
| EndNote Click Mendeley | Disable the extension or uncheck "Automatically add PDFs" in settings. |
| Zotero | Do not run "Find PDF" on multiple selections. Turn OFF Connector proxy settings when off-campus. |
| ReadCube | Do not use "LOCATE PDF" on multiple selections. |
Web Browser (Turn OFF Prefetch)
"Page loading speed improvement" features access sites in the background.
| EEdge | Settings > Cookies and site data OFF "Preload pages for..." |
|---|---|
| CChrome | Settings > Performance OFF "Preload pages" |
| SSafari | Preferences > Search OFF "Preload Top Hit in..." |
| FFirefox | about:config > network.prefetch-next false Change value to "false" |
Generative AI & Data Mining
* Uploading content to cloud-based generative AI may constitute copyright infringement.
Strict Account Management
"Lending your ID to others" or "using someone else's ID" is prohibited under Kyoto University's Information System Usage Regulations.
Posters & Flyers
[Solved]System Issue on the ScienceDirect Website (Elsevier Handbooks in Economics Series)
The issue has been resolved. We apologize for the inconvenience. (April 24, 2026)
The list of titles for the Elsevier Handbooks in Economics Series, previously available on the ScienceDirect website, is currently not being displayed correctly.
The provider is currently investigating the cause and working on a resolution. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience.
"Time Stamping" Feature Now Available on KURENAI
1. Overview
We are pleased to announce that starting from April 2026, KURENAI has introduced a time-stamping function using the Time Stamping Service provided by the National Institute of Informatics (NII), aimed at improving the reliability of published papers and data. With this feature, it is now possible to prove "when the content was registered" and "that it has not been modified since registration" for contents registered in KURENAI, allowing for the external demonstration of file integrity.
2. What is a Time Stamp?
A time stamp is an "electronic postmark" applied to digital files. Just as a physical postmark proves that a post office received a letter on a specific date, a time stamp proves that "this electronic file existed at this date and time and has not been changed since then."
A time stamp can prove the following two points:
- Proof of Existence: A third-party organization certifies that the content existed at the time of the postmark. Can be used to demonstrate research priority.
- Proof of Non-tampering: A third-party organization certifies that the content has not been altered at all from the time of the postmark to the present.
The third-party certification provided by KURENAI's "Time Stamping Function" utilizes the Time Stamping Service of the National Institute of Informatics. For more details, please see the following page.
Kyoto University Library Network > Open Access > Learn more about KURENAI > Time Stamping Service
https://www.kulib.kyoto-u.ac.jp/openaccess/1404120
[Repository Section, Main Library]
Posted: 2026-04-20
[Solved] American Chemical Society（ACS） e-journals is rejected
The issue has been resolved. We apologize for the inconvenience. (April 22, 2026)
Kyoto University has been blocked from accessing content on ACS website. We are investigating the cause and ask for your patience until service is restored.
The event has been postponed [Main Library, Katsura Library] We will hold a talk event "Susumu Kitagawa × Zhuangzi"
(2026.4.20 12:12 renewed)
Due to unforeseen circumstances, we have decided to postpone this event.
We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.
The rescheduled date will be announced in a separate news update at a later date.
Talk Event "Susumu Kitagawa × Zhuangzi" (project "What's Your 'Core Book'?)
Main Library will host a talk event with Professor Kitagawa as our guest speaker.
The theme of the event is "Core Books", that signifies the following:
- The books that shaped who you are today.
- The books that shaped your research.
- The books you want to talk about their appeal.
This is a valuable opportunity to hear about Professor Kitagawa's core book, Zhuangzi. We warmly invite you to attend.
The event will also feature a session between Professor Kitagawa and participants.
Details
- Date & time: April 21st (Tue), 2026 12:20 p.m. - 12:55 p.m. (35 minutes)
- Main venue: Learning Commons, 1st floor, Main Library
- Satellite venue (streaming only):
- Library Hall, 3rd floor, Main Library
- Open Lab/Research Commons, 2nd floor, Katsura Library - Speaker:
- Susumu Kitagawa, Distinguished Professor of Institute for Advanced Study (profile)
- Bunri Usami, Program-Specific Professor of Graduate School of Advanced Integrated Studies in Human Survivability (M.C.) (profile) - Subject: Kyoto University students (Faculty and staff may also participate.) *KU members only
- Language: Japanese
- Organizer: Main Library, Kyoto University
- Cooperation: Katsura Library, Kyoto University
How to participate
<< Main venue: Learning Commons, Main Library >>
- Tickets will be distributed from 8:30 a.m. on the day at the south entrance of the Learning Commons. (Limited to the first 50 attendees)
Please present your Kyoto University ID or library card when picking up the ticket. - Doors open at 11:30. Please present your admission ticket at the north entrance of the Learning Commons.
- Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis upon entry.
- If you lose your admission ticket, it will not be reissued.
<< Satellite venue: Library Hall, Main Library >>
- Seating capacity: 100, standing room available.
- No registration is required. Doors open at 11:30, so please feel free to enter.
- Should the venue reach full capacity, we may be unable to admit further guests.
<< Satellite venue: Katsura Library >>
- Seating capacity: Maximum 100 seats
- No registration is required. Doors open at 11:30, so please feel free to enter.
Contact
User Support Division, Kyoto University Library
E-mail: user-support-full660 [at] mail2.adm.kyoto-u.ac.jp
