Table of ContentsThe Journal of Information Science and Technology
Association
(Johono Kagaku to Gijutsu)
Vol. 52 i2002j ,@No.1
Special feature : Amenities for library
Creating Comfortable Information Splace\library furniture and its layout\
Fumio HIRAYU
(Institute of Library Planning & Children's Books (2-4-23, Nishiki-machi, Nagasaki-shi, Nagasaki 852-8045))
Abstract : This paper introduces the 'amenity' concept in university libraries and special libraries which helps to provide pleasant space for their users. Most of the library buildings and furniture appear to be unconcerned on this subject, yet offering 'amenity' space results in users' satisfaction and popularity, thus leading to user increase.In order to create such 'amenity' areas in existing libraries, remodeling entrances and browsing corners become inevitable. Here, we propose drastic changeover of the current interior materials and designs to more human, comfortable library furniture using natural wood such as cherry and pine.
Keywords : university library / special library / amenity / library furniture / HIRAYU model library furniture / layout / display@
Librarian supports amenity of a library \gHeart & Hard" practice examples in a small special library
Yoshiko MATSUSHITA
(Library of Urban Development (13-1, Nagata-cho 2 cho-me, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0014))
Abstract : When you discuss the amenity of a library, the librarian is no less important than the design and the facilities. I would like to introduce endeavors which have been taken in a one-person library and to consider the human resource factor, namely the librarian's role.Library of Urban Development was founded in 1974 by Urban Developers' Association of Japan.With limited budgets and manpower, the library has been developing many ideas for the users' amenity.The library holds three basic policies ; (1) recognizing a library as a service industry ; (2) making improvements step by step ; and (3) having a broad view outside the library.
Keywords : amenity / librarian / competencies / human resource / one-person library
Instruction of Writing a Term Paper and the Amenity of University Libraries \A Case Study in Osaka City University\
Koichi INOUE
(Graduate School of Letters, Osaka City University (3-3-138, Sugimoto, Sumiyoshi-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka 558-8585))
Abstract : In the summer term of 2001 I instructed the students in the art of writing a term paper by making full use of library at Osaka City University. In the course of students' writing a paper, a lot of problems of the amenitiy of university libraries became clear. I discuss some of them from the viewpoint of the function of libraries in university education : how to offer book information ; how to assist seminar education; how to keep silence in the reading rooms, and so on.
Keywords : university library / OPAC / amenity / document research / university education / reference
Toward Realization of a Library Amenity in the Internet Era
Naomi HOIDA
(Computer Salon, Fujitsu Ltd. (Fujitsu Oimachi Bldg B-1F, 1-20-10 Oi, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 140-8508))
Abstract : By spreading of Internet we can access to information anytime and from anywhere. These characteristics are very effective for libraries. To improve user's amenity, libraries should use the Internet actively. I discuss the case study of Computer Salon about using the Internet. The use of it at Computer Salon is effective to not only the service improvement to users but also the problem solving in management.
Keywords : Internet / case study / Computer Salon / amenity / community
Creating a pleasant environment for users\Junkudo's marketing strategy
Kumiko TAGUCHI
(Junkudo Bookseller, Ikebukuro Shop (2-15-5 Minami ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo 171-0022))
Abstract : Bookseller industry has apparently enjoyed a rather moderate period compared with other industries after the War, as it has been growing steadily until mid-80's. It is when a discord with contemporary changes burst that Junkudo assailed into it. The largest retail shop opened at Ikebukuro in 1997, which expanded to 6600 square-meter as of December 2001, which is the largest bookshop in Japan and maintains the largest inventory in the world. In this article, the Junkudo's marketing strategy is investigated as a model case to review the post-War history of Japanese Book Industry and to illustrate the current problems. We now stand at the crossroads how to cope with this challenging period and to direct the future of the Industry.
Keywords : Junkudo / bookseller / book industry / history / customer service
Amenity of Library Architecture on Digital Network Society
Shinzo UEMOTO
(Chubu Univ., Architecture Dept. (Matsumoto-cho 1200, Kasugai-shi, Aichi 487-0027))
Abstract : This is architecture philosophical study of an amenity of library. This aims to clarify an amenity of library architecture and its transition on digital network society. The compositions of this study are g1. Definition of Words", g2. Re-Definition of Words", g3. Some Examples" and g4. Conclusion". More precise topics of each section are g1. Studying of the questions of Library Architecture and Amenity", g2. Recognition of Library Amenity on Digital Network Society", gRecent Architects' Concepts of Library Architecture", g4. Conclusion".
Keywords : library architecture / amenity / image appearance / psychological space / eyes
From the description of bibliographic information to that of bibliographic references for digital sources : History and development of gSIST 02 Description of Bibliographic References"
Yuiko TERAMURA
( (3-32-2-205, Akatsukashinmachi, Itabashi-ku, Tokyo 175-0093))
Abstract : gSIST 02 Description of Bibliographic References" was laid down as rule based on the Description of Bibliographic Information which was released in 1975. Since then it was revised several times over to meet environmental changes and then to omit the description for secondary materials, or to change in depth of description required. This paper briefs the history of 25 years since the standard was launched, and also gives some consideration on role of references and significance of standardization. Last fall gSIST 02-supple. Description of Bibliographic References for digital sources (a draft)" was released. The author describes this new development and discusses several problems associated with it.
Keywords : SIST / standards / bibliographic description / references / citation / digital sources / standardization
Grand plan of the new information service at the University of Tokyo. User's demand for the digital library
Riko MODEKI
(Academic Information Literacy Section, Information Technology Center, the University of Tokyo (7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 113-0033))
Abstract : In this paper, we explain the services Digital Library Division, Information Technology Center of the University of Tokyo has provided in and out of our campus since 1999. The services are aiming at supporting research and educational activities in our university. Especially we have mainly focused on and implemented electronic journal, index, abstract and book contents databases as well as OPAC which is the basic information for all of these. We have built our system satisfying both of user's needs and cost-effectiveness. Distribution of original information and new services like database search with mobile phones are also planned and partially implemented as one of our future directions.
Keywords : digital library / digital contents service / contents distribution / information literacy / cost-performance / strategy for information services/cellular phone OPAC