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Special Rare Books

Viewing of “Special Rare Books”: In cases of books classified as “Special Rare Books” readers will view copies of these items,
rather than the original. In cases where there is some reason to view the original work, please follow the following guidelines.

Permission to view the original of “Special Rare Books”:

１. We only give permission to view “Special Rare Books” on the second Wednesday of May and November. If the specified day is a holiday, the permission can be granted for the following day.

2. To view such books, present your application to see a Special Rare Book with the following materials at least one month before the date:

  • The form for requesting permission to view Special Rare Books
  • A Copy of your CV and publications
  • A request explaining the reasons for wanting to view the original Special Rare Book

3. If permission is granted, you will be able to view the Special Rare Book in a designated room.

July 10, 2018
Toyo Bunko Library Department