FAQ(English)

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• 0. Getting Started
• 1.1. How to Search the Library Book Collection
• 1.2. How to Find, Borrow, and Reserve Books
• 2.1. How to Search Other Libraries
• 2.2. Borrowing Books from Other Libraries
• 3.1. How to Get Materials from Other Libraries
• 4.1. Requests to the Library
• 5.1. Personal Services
• 9. Other

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What is OPAC?

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OPAC is the generic term of a search system for library book collections.
OPAC is the abbreviation for Online Public Access Catalog.
Nakajima Library website offers functions of OPAC.

★I want to copy library materials. Does the library have any photocopiers inside?

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A copy machine is located on the first floor of the library.
Please submit an application form to the counter. It costs 10 yen per a copy.

Long-term loan

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If you know that you will be unable to return a book by the return due date because you need it for training purposes or other such reasons, apply for an extended loan when checking out the book.

Note that the borrowing period cannot be extended for graduates and people outside the university.

Lost books

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If you think you've lost a book, first try looking for it again.
In general, people who lose, damage, stain, or destroy library books are required to pay the replacement cost.

I want to borrow a book but forgot to bring my student card (library card).

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You cannot borrow books without a student card or library card.
This policy prevents anyone impersonating you from borrowing books.

What if I can't find a book that hasn't been loaned out or I can't find an issue of a serial in the library's collection?

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Consider the following possibilities. Consult with staff at the counter.

- Someone else in the library is using the book or serial.
- The book is in the new arrival area.
- The book is so large that it is placed on the bottom shelf.
- Library clerks are processing the returned book or serial.
- The book or serial is currently being bound.
- The previous user did not return the book or serial to its proper location.

★What is the limit on the number of books borrowed?

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Undergraduate Students --- up to 10 items
Graduate Students --- up to 20 items
Faculty and Staff  --- up to 30 items 

★How do I return books to the library after hours?

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Return post is located at the entrance of the library.

Where do I check out and return books?

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Follow the procedure at the counter to check out and borrow books or use the automatick lending machine.

★Can I get printouts from with my personal computer while in the library?

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No. Please use computer rooms.

★Serial back issues

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Some are stored in the back shelf and others are stored in the closed shelves.
If you do not find the serial you are looking for, ask about it at the counter.