2022-12-23 Change of Entry Restrictions of the Tokyo Main Library starting Thursday, January 19, 2023
Admission to the Tokyo Main Library has been restricted by a lottery reservation system on Saturday afternoons only, but from January 19 (Thu.), 2023, the lottery reservation system will be suspended on all open days. Patrons with a Registered User card may enter the library without a reservation. However, when the number of simultaneous visitors exceeds 1,000, admission will be restricted. Visitors will enter the library sequentially according to the number of visitors leaving the library.
There is no time limit for patrons to stay in the library.
Until Saturday, January 14, 2023, if you wish to ensure you can enter on Saturday afternoon, please continue to apply in advance using the application form. Please see below for details.