Using the Library

For those who are new to the library

  • Get issued with a library card at the counter.
  • You can use your library card at any Hiroshima City library.

library card

You can borrow up to 10 books from all branches for 2 weeks.

* You can reserve or request up to a total of 20 books.

How to look for a book

  • You can look for a book on the library's computers or on the Internet at home.
  • If the book has been lent out or you can't find it in the library, you can reserve it.
    (Write the book's title down in a Reservation/Request Form and bring the form to the library staff. To reserve a book via your PC, you need a password registered.)

How to borrow a book

Bring books you want to borrow to the person at the counter, with your card.
And you can also use the self-checkout machine near the counter.

How to return a book

Just return the books to the Return Counter!
When the library is closed, put the books into the "Book Drop"!

Events

Story Hours

Storytelling and reading events for children

We have many other joyful events!

* Please ask the person at the counter about anything you don't understand.


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