[Library Network] [KURENAI Deposit System] New Function Release: researchmap Registration and FundInfo Autofilling
1. Overview
We updated the KURENAI Deposit System, adding the "researchmap Registration" and "Funding Information Autofilling" fundtions.
(You can log in to the KURENAI Deposit System using your SPS-ID.)
2. researchmap Registration
On the "Paper" registration screen, by selecting "Register also on Activity Database on Education and Research, Kyoto University ( = researchmap)", you can now register with researchmap at the same time as registering with KURENAI.
How to Use
*This option is displayed only if you have a researchmap ID (rm_id).
3. Funding Information Autofilling
On the registration screens for "Papers," "Research Data," and "Other Research Outputs," entering your Research project number of KAKEN and clicking the "Autofill Funding Info" button will now automatically populate fields such as "Funding organisation," "Research project URI," and "Title of research project".
How to Use
For detailed instructions, please refer to the "How to Use the KURENAI Deposit System".
[Contact]
Repository Section, Main Library
repository@mail2.adm.kyoto-u.ac.jp
[Maintenance] "SHIN MAP" Access Temporarily Suspended (April 13th, 1:00 AM–5:00 AM)
Due to maintenance, during the following time period,
the "SHIN MAP" may experience instability or be temporarily unavailable.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.
Date and Time: Monday, April 13th, 2026, 1:00 a.m. – 5:00 a.m.
During this period, please refer to the PDF version of the Kyoto University Libraries Map.
[Library Network]
Posted: 2026-04-08
【Yoshida-South Library】Portable Battery Rental Service
ポータブル・バッテリー館内貸出を開始します。
【利用方法】
カウンターに学生証または身分証を預けて利用。
利用が終わったらカウンターへ返却する。
館内利用のみ（館外貸出はできません）
予約不要（4台先着順）
How to Use
Leave your ID card at the circulation desk to borrow a battery.
Return the battery after use to collect your ID card.
For in-library use only (No off-campus rentals).
No reservation required. First-come, first-served (Four units available).
【利用時間】
平日:9時から19時 土曜:10時から14時
Available Hours
Weekdays 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturdays 10:00 AM – 14:00 PM
充電のためのケーブルは各自ご用意ください。ノートパソコンへ給電する場合USB Type-C™ PDに対応したケーブルとデバイスが必要です。
Please bring your own charging cable. Laptop charging requires a USB Type-C™ PD compatible device and cable.
【Yoshida-South Library】Welcome Exhibition for New Students（Apr. 4th～）
[Library Network] Configuration Changes to Address Access Load on KULINE and Notes for Use
We apologize for the inconvenience caused by KULINE being unavailable or difficult to access due to concentrated traffic from Friday, March 6, to Tuesday, March 31.
To ensure stable service provision, we have implemented a configuration change to alleviate access load.
Details and Impact of the Configuration Change
This change now requires a referrer or a Cookie to access the following screens
- Item details
- Author's details
- V-Shelf
Consequently, if you directly input the URL for the screens listed above into your browser, an error may occur, and the page may not be displayed.
How to Address Errors
If an error occurs, please use one of the following methods to access the page.
- Access the target page by navigating from the KULINE top page.
- Access a KULINE page once beforehand using the same browser.
- (For the Item Details screen) Use the URL or QR code displayed under "Link on this page" in the left-hand menu.
We apologize for the inconvenience and ask for your understanding and cooperation.
[KULINE Service Section, Library Network]
kuline (at) mail2.adm.kyoto-u.ac.jp
Related News
[Library Network] System Issue with KULINE
https://www.kulib.kyoto-u.ac.jp/bulletin/1407511
【Yoshida-South Library】Library Walking Rally[April 6th (Mon.) – April 30th (Thu.)] *Target: Internal Members Only
Dates: April 6th (Mon.) – April 30th (Thu.)
Explore YSL at your own pace!
This self-guided rally is perfect for you to become familiar with our space, services, and resources.
Discover the library that has a history of 130 years and is home to a diverse, fascinating collection.
Grab a "Hajimete BOOK -beginner's guide- " to start your adventure!
Special Prize: Participants who complete the rally and answer a short questionnaire will receive an original library goodie as a gift. (Prize pickup is available until 5:00 p.m. on the final day.)
[Uji Library] Change to Opening Hours (Service Desk Hours): 10:00 AM–3:00 PM starting April 1, 2026
Opening hours (service desk hours) at Uji Library have changed effective Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
New Opening Hours (service desk hours) [From April 1, 2026]
Weekdays: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
The entrance remains locked during opening hours.
An IC card is required for entry (prior registration with the Uji Campus Main Building Access Control System is necessary).
If you are unable to enter with your IC card (e.g., members of other campuses or external visitors), please use the intercom.
For Registered Extended Access Users (Uji Campus Only)
IC card entry and self-checkout/return are available:
- Weekdays: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM / 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM (midnight)
- Weekends & Holidays: 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM (midnight)
How to Apply
Please submit an application via the web form for “Kyoto University Uji Library Extended Access to Reading Room & Stack Room.”
Note: Prior registration with the “Uji Campus Main Building Access Control System” is required.
Available Services
Outside service desk hours, only "IC card entry" and "Self-checkout/return" are available.
For details, please refer to our website.
Contact
Kyoto University Uji Library
http://lib.kuicr.kyoto-u.ac.jp/
ujibunkan(at)mail2.adm.kyoto-u.ac.jp
*Please replace "(at)" with "@".
[Economics Lib.] Online Workshop -"eol" Database (May 20)
Information
Date and Time: Wednesday, May 20th, 12:00-13:15
Method: Online via Zoom
Target: Students and faculty at Kyoto University
Lecturer: I-N Information Systems, Ltd.
Contents: Overview of the database "eol" and how to use it
Application form: https://forms.gle/CJU6BYhpp59LFBFk8
Application deadline: Tuesday, May 19th
*The meeting link will be emailed to applicants before the start of the workshop.
*The recording will be accessible only on the website of the Economics Library for campus access via Kyoto University's network, exclusively for students and faculty members, after the workshop.
What is "eol"?
It is a comprehensive corporate information database. It contains securities reports, company overviews, financial information, market information, various filings and reports, financial statements, and timely disclosure documents. Useful for job hunting!
■Kyoto University Library -List of Electronic Journals
https://www.kulib.kyoto-u.ac.jp/erdb?c=erdb_class_cb
Recommended for...
- Researchers and students studying accounting and marketing
- Students interested in corporate analysis
- People seeking employment
- Faculty in charge of employment
Contact Us
Graduate School of Economics and Faculty of Economics Library
(TEL) 075-753-3412
(E-mail) 040etsuran＊mail2.adm.kyoto-u.ac.jp (Please change * to @)
[Graduate School of Economics and Faculty of Economics Library]
[Library Network] Kyoto University Library Stamp Collecting in welcome event 2026 (Apr. 2-30)
The Kyoto University Library Network is hosting a Stamp Collecting.
Visit several libraries within Kyoto University, scan the posted QR codes with your smartphone, and collect stamps!
Depending on the number of stamps you collect, you can receive original library goods.
If you're curious about what a university library is like, please join us.
All KU members can participate.
For details on how to participate in the Stamp Collecting and the terms of use, please refer to the following website.
Event Website - Kyoto University Library Stamp Collecting -
https://stamprally.digital/kulib?sr=1674
Recommended Environment:
iPhone: iOS 13 or later + Safari (browser)
Android: Android 10 or later + Chrome (browser)
* Accessible only via smartphone.
Period
April 2 (Thu.) - 30 (Thu.), 2026
- Opening days and hours vary depending on libraries.
Details: https://www.kulib.kyoto-u.ac.jp/pical (select the library from the dropdown) - Redeem your reward at the desk at Main Library during the following times:
Date: April 6 (Mon.) - 30 (Thu.)
Time: 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Checkpoints
- Main Library (3 stamp points)
- Yoshida-South Library (2 stamp points)
- The Library of the Graduate School of Letters and Faculty of Letters
- Graduate School of Education and Faculty of Education Library
- Faculty of Law Library
- Library of Graduate School of Economics and Faculty of Economics
- The North Library, Graduate School of Engineering and Faculty of Engineering
- The North Library Learning Commons
- The South Library, Graduate School of Engineering and Faculty of Engineering
- The South Library Learning Commons
- Graduate School of Informatics Library
- Faculty of Science Common Library
- Graduate School / Faculty of Agriculture Library
- Medical Library
- Library of Human Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine
- Library of Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Katsura Library (*) (2 stamp points)
- Uji Library (*)
- Seto Marine Biological Laboratory Field Science Education and Research Center (*)
1) You can start the Stamp Collecting from any point.
2) Libraries with (*) are located outside of Yoshida Campus.
Contact Us
Kyoto University Library, User Support Division
E-mail: user-support-full660 [at] mail2.adm.kyoto-u.ac.jp
[Main Library, Katsura Library] We will hold a talk event "Susumu Kitagawa × Zhuangzi" (April 21)
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
