Reference Service

If you have any questions about how to use the library or how to obtain the materials you are looking for, please feel free to ask us.

• We will respond to  inquiries in accordance with "The acceptance rule for inquiry".
• Please understand that it may take some time to respond.

How to Apply

• Information Desk of Katsura Library, counter of the North Library and the South Library  (Hours: 9:00 am-4:45 pm on library opening days)
• E-mail:
  • Katsura Library: 090stosho[at]mail2.adm.kyoto-u.ac.jp
  • The North Library: 090snorthlib[at]mail2.adm.kyoto-u.ac.jp
  • The South Library: 090ssouthlib[at]mail2.adm.kyoto-u.ac.jp
• Ask a Librarian (application form)

Useful Websites

• Katsura Library | Engineering Libraries  Guidance&Tips
  Webpage that contains helpful information on how to find literature and how to use databases, etc.
• National Diet Library  Research Navi
  Website that introduces useful information for research by topic and material type.