Table of ContentsThe Journal of Information Science and Technology
Association
(Johono Kagaku to Gijutsu)
Vol. 52 i2002j ,@No.4
Special feature :Special library for sending
out overseas information
American Center Reference Service
Yukiko HASHIMOTO
(Tokyo American Center Reference Service (ABC Bldg., 2-6-3 Shiba-koen, Minato-ku, Tokyo 105-0011))
Abstract : The American Center Reference Service (ACRS) is a part of the Public Affairs Section of the US Embassy in Tokyo. Its primary mission is to promote mutual understanding between Japan and US by providing information services to the Japanese public. In order to keep pace with the explosion of Internet-based resources, ACRS is continuously working on improving its homepage and email infomation services. This article introduces the reference services using online resources, as well as its latest project, building a database to store information provided through the email service.
Keywords : Public Diplomacy / Email Information Services / Reference Services / Homepage / US Government
The British Council Japan's information provision strategy
Etsuko KOTAKE, Ryoko MATSUMOTO
(The British Council Japan (1-2 kagurazaka, shinjuku-ku Tokyo 162-0825))
Abstract : The British Council is the UK's international organisation for educational and cultural relations. The British Council meets the aspirations of young Japanese people by creating opportunities in education, English language learning and cultural exchange. Our centres offer Internet access, books, newspapers, magazines, and information about study in the UK. The centres also offer a huge variety of British events, workshops, exhibitions and school tours. In order to achieve effective information provision, the council utilises IT tools such as the Internet and mobile communications technology. This report introduces our strategy for the effective mixture of physical and virtual information provision.
Keywords : United Kingdom / British culture / Education / English learning / international exchange / UK-Japan exchange / cultural relationship / Study abroad / Internet / The British Council
Bibliothek des Goethe-Instituts Tokyo
Motonori YOSHITSUGU
(Bibliothek des Goethe-Instituts Tokyo (Doitsu Bunka kaikan 2F, 7-5-56 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo 107-0052))
Abstract : Since 1951, Goethe-Institut acts as the Federal Republic of Germany's biggest mediator of foreign cultural policy. It is the organisation for teaching German language and cultural worldwide exchange. It has 128 cultural institutes in 76 countries. In Japan, there are three institutes in Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka. The library of Goethe-Institut Tokyo offers not only traditional library service such as borrowing Books but also information service. It receives all sorts of questions about Germany. On its homepage, you can find important german information, such as SUBITO or virtual library.
Keywords : Goethe-Institut / MuNnchen / Tokyo / Osaka / Kyoto / Allegro / SUBITO / Mailinglist / Uwe Rosemann / DFG / virtuelle Fachbibliotheken in Deutschland
The library of the Maison franco-japonaise : the missions of a French special library in the Japanese library networks
Dominique FILIPPI
(BibliotheMque de la Maison franco-japonaise (3-9-25, Ebisu, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0013))
Abstract : The library of the Maison franco-japonaise is the oldest and largest French public library in Far East Asia. We describe its collections and services, then present the main lines of its short-term development : collection development policy, computerization, distance services, participation in two union catalogs (NACSIS-CAT and the projected union catalog of French public libraries in Japan). We particularly lay stress on the distinctive role played by the library of the Maison franco-japonaise in the two library networks in which it takes part : the network of Japanese university libraries and the network of French public libraries in Japan.
Keywords : special libraries / library networks / collection development policy / union catalogs
Library of the Institute of Asian Economy, Japan External Trade Organization
Fusako SUGAWARA
(Library of the Institute of Asian Economy, Japan External Trade Organization (3-2-2, Wakaba, Mihama-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba 203-0014))
Abstract : The Institute of Asian Economy, Japan External Trade Organization is a technical research institute, which is related to economy, politics and society of the developing country such as Asia. Generally it is widely released as gthe developing country research data center" from the establishment beginning, while the Library of Institute of Asian Economies which supports it collects book and material necessary for the developing country research, and while it is preserved, and it has contributed to developing country research of our country. In proportion to the tidal current in the age, this library is trying the requirement for the user for material it responds collection of information, arrangement, reading management for library general and improvement on the library system mainly on computerization. It is one of the problems to however quickly and effectively realize computerization of bibliography catalogues and full text information, etc., when budget and human resources are restricted.
Keywords : Library of the Institute of Asian Economy, Japan External Trade Organization / developing country / field principles / OPAC / information of bibliography
The Australia-Japan Foundation Australian Resource Centre\Our Services\
Akiko HISAMATSU
(The Australia-Japan Foundation Australian Resource Centre (Australian Embassy, 2-1-14 Mita, Minato-ku, Tokyo 108-8361))
Abstract : The Australian Resource Centre is operated by the Australian-Japan Foundation, an Australian Federal Government cultural agency. The Centre specialises in providing the general public with an extensive range of visual, text, audio, and online materials on Australia. The library has a strong digital focus, including a full-text search and document management system for Japanese academic theses and media releases by the Australian Embassy. Our online borrowing services are both innovative and user oriented. The Centre also proactively encourages individuals and groups to visit us and conducts a regular seminar series. The arts corner is a recent addition within the Centre, where you can find materials on Australian arts and culture.
Keywords : Australia Resource Centre / Australia / Australia-Japan Foundation / digitised material / theses / Photo Panels / Salon Seminar / Arts Corner
The offer of overseas information in the Machine Industry Library
Yoshimi SAKAMOTO
(3-5-8 Shiba-koen, Minato-ku, Tokyo 105-0011))
Abstract : This article introduces the Machine Industry Library, which offers overseas information about machine industry. The Machine Industry Library belongs to the Economic Research Institute of Japan Society for Promotion of Machine Industry. This Library has many overseas newspaper, magazines, statistics, directories, yearbooks, handbooks and dictionaries. It also collects electronic materials and media. So-called "gray literatures", such as domestic research report of foreign countries, are also given high priority. gKSK SCANNER", a magazine of overseas articles abstraction, and gKSK FLASH", an electronic weekly journal of abstraction, are unique services. Overseas information service on the web site is yet to come.
Keywords : machine information industry / library / serials / statistics / directory / gray literature / abstract service / electronic journal
Libraries in the 21st century
Ichiko T. MORITA
(Chief Social Sciences Cataloging Division, LM527, Library of Congress (Washington, D.C. 20540-4360 USA))
Abstract : Speedy development of technology has great impact upon the functions of libraries. Libraries at present are required, as a part of their ultimate mission, to supply the most appropriate information/resources within the shortest time period, whether inside or outside the library, and regardless of limitation of time and distance. Whether a library can function most effectively to accomplish its mission depends on how efficiently it applies the available technologies especially digital technologies, to its operations. With some examples of the utilization of digital technologies in various fields of library service, this article discusses the issues libraries must consider.