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In 2017 Kyoto Women’s University opened a new library to replace the existing university library. The new library houses 840,000 titles which is one of the largest collections at a women’s university in Japan. The new library is a “place for learning” with an environment that promotes learning and studying. The new library is located in the center of the campus and consists of two buildings: "Chie no Kura" (Storehouse of Wisdom) with an open space for a collection of approximately 300,000 titles, and "Koryu no Yuka" (Floor of Exchange) which provides facilities such as active learning commons, media commons, and casual study spaces.
The storehouse of Wisdom (Chie no Kura)
The Storehouse of Wisdom (Chie no Kura) promotes intellectual exchange while utilizing the information archives created by Kyoto Women's University to good use.
Surrounded by wall-mounted bookshelves that house over 300,000 books in a terraced configuration, this library provides the perfect study environment.
The Floor of Exchange (Koryu no Yuka)
As the name suggests, the Floor of Exchange is a place for people to interact. This vibrant communication hub overlooks the action along the Onnazaka slope and is home to cafes and terraces that provide a relaxing environment in which to study or hold meetings.
Active Learning Commons, Floor 1
This is a multi-purpose area. It encourages active learning through discussion and group work.
Media Commons, Floor B1
Here, you'll be able to work in groups.You'll use audio-visual media and IT to study and review, and to solve problem.
Hall, Floor 1
This hall is built for up to 100 people and can be used for a variety of purposes.
Casual Study Area, Floor 2
This area provides a space for communication and study. Eating and drinking are also permitted. This highly transparent area doubles as a cafe and offers an overlooking view of Kyojozaka and Onnazaka.
Kyojozaka
"Kyojozaka" connects the entire campus from "Chie no Kura" to "Koryu no Yuka" ("The Storehouse of Wisdom" to "The Floor of Exchange").
Its gentle slopes connect the north and south campuses, while its terrace-like construction provides an ideal area for events, club activities, and a variety of other uses.
