The Journal of Information Science and Technology Association
(Johono Kagaku to Gijutsu)
Abstract

Yoshio SUZUKI
Kanagawa Prefectural Kawasaki Library
2-1-4 Fujimi Kawasaki-ku Kawasaki, Kanagawa 210-0011 JAPAN

Abstract: Kanagawa Prefectural Kawasaki Library was established as a public library in 1958. From the beginning, this library had the concept that was strong in the field of industry, science and technology. In fact, patents, books on the history of a company and many services for the company were prepared. These activities and materials made the identity of this library. In 1997 this library was renewed as "Information Library for Science and Industry" and evolved its concept. This library opened "Business Support Room" in October of this year and develops its concept for new days.

Keywords：  Kanagawa Prefectural Kawasaki Library / public library / science and technology / patents / the history of a company / information library for science and industry / business support room

Mami KOBAYASHI
Academyhills Roppongi Library
Roppongihills Mori Tower 49, 6-10-1, Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-6149 JAPAN

Abstract：The concept of Academyhills Roppongi Library, a fee-based membership library was originated by author's unique idea and research in 2003. It has so brand-new concept for "library" that nobody understood or supported it before it starts. However, the author has created the idea with no limit, analyzing "what library should be" and "why people need a library". The key factor for success is having that strong belief under environment given.

Keywords：  reason for library existing / efficient access for information / identity / boundary for corporation/organization / reading room's value / community of practice / knowledge management / virtual library / zero-based thinking method

Naohiko YAMAGUCHI
Toho University Medical Media Center
5-21-16 Omori-Nishi, Ota-Ku, Tokyo 143-8540 JAPAN

Abstract：At Toho University, the Media Center was established as an all-campus organization, and the fact that it represents a significant expansion beyond the framework of the conventional library has been publicized inside and outside the University. The introduction of electronic databases or electronic journals are aimed at the "construction of a non-visiting electronic library", and the institutional repository functions as "a media center as knowledge base." Reforming the organization for these purposes has also been undertaken. Fortunately, Media Center users and the university administration understand and support our plan, and progress continues. However, challenges remain, particularly those related to future budgets.

Keywords：  Toho University Media Center / non-visiting library / knowledge base / institutional repository / virtual laboratory