Search Guide

Titles with asterisk (*) link to Japanese page.

(Online Catalogs and Databases)

NDL Search

NDL Search enables patrons to perform comprehensive searches of materials and digital content at the NDL as well as at public, university, and specialized libraries or academic research institutions in Japan. Patrons can search for library materials, digital content that can be viewed via the Internet, publication information, and more.
Patrons can also apply to become a registered user or request library services.

International Library of Children's Literature Online Public Access Catalog for Kids* (In Japanese)

This datebase has a children-friendly interface. Children can search information on Japanese children's books housed in the Children's Library, the Meet the World and the Teens' Research Room.

NDL Digital Collections

This site enables a user to search and view a variety of resources, collected and stored by the NDL.

Japanese Children's Books Translated into Foreign Languages* (In Japanese)

This page provides links to files containing bibliographic information on Japanese children's books translated into foreign languages and published outside of Japan.