Library reciprocity between Meiji University and TMDU libraries began starting February 1, 2012.
Persons carrying an ID issued by TMDU may enter and borrow books from any of the Meiji University libraries (Central, Izumi, and Ikuta). Proof of address (driver’s license health insurance card, etc.) is required when borrowing an item for the first time.
Please make use of this system only after taking the time to read the Library Reciprocity Usage Guide.
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[Note] Ikuta Library will be closed from February 4 to March 31, 2025.
The new library will begin operation in April 2025, at the same time as renovation and partial demolition work will begin on the currently used library.
Therefore, during the construction period (2025), it will be impossible to access the current library's Ikuta B1 stacks, Ikuta B2 stacks, and storage stacks.
If you wish to use materials shelved in the Ikuta B1 stacks, Ikuta B2 stacks, or storage stacks at Ikuta Library, you will need to apply in advance for access as follows.
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1. Available Libraries
Tokyo Medical and Dental University Library and Meiji University Library
2. Persons Eligible to Participate
Teaching staff and students affiliated with either university and persons issued a library card by either university.
3. Using Electronic Journals
Viewing electronic journals subscribed to by TMDU is limited to one viewing for thirty minutes and large scale downloads are prohibited.(Currently unavailable)
Persons not affiliated with Meiji University are not permitted to access the university network and thus cannot use electronic journals, etc.
4. Items to Bring when Entering Libraries
Staff ID, student ID or library card (issued by either university for teaching staff or students).
Persons wishing to borrow materials from either library must first be issued a library card by the library that the materials will be borrowed from. Proof of address (driver’s license, health insurance card, etc.) is also required for the issuance or renewal of a library card from either university.
5. Hours
Please see each library's website.
6. Reciprocal Usage Periods
Normal library operation dates excluding January and July. However, borrowing is prohibited in March.
7. When Using the Libraries
No prior notice required
Borrowing and viewing books
Borrowing and viewing books is limited to materials in the library's collection and excludes materials in university laboratories.
Borrowing materials (books only)
Number of items: 5 (TMDU); 6 (Meiji University)
Loan period: 2 weeks (TMDU); 15 days (Meiji University)
Copy Service
Copies are self-service and paid by coin or prepaid copy card (prepaid cards are only valid in the TMDU library whether they were purchased). Black and white: JPY10; color: JPY30.
Automated Storage and Retrieval System (TMDU only)
The Automated Storage and Retrieval System may be used freely once a library card has been issued and a prospective user has had the system explained at the library counter.
Points of note when using the reading desks
Use of the reading desks for purposes other than reading library materials is prohibited.
Restrictions may apply to reading desk use during periods of significant library congestion.
Services not available at TMDU
- Ordering books to be sent from other campus and reserving books to borrow
Services not available at Meiji University
- Use of the portal system
Services not available at either library
- Interlibrary loan copy services
- General services supplied over the Internet such as electronic journals
