Akita Prefectural Library, Prefectural library in Akita, Japan
The Akita Prefectural Library extends across 12,445 square meters, offering extensive collections of books, journals, newspapers, and maps to the local population.
The library began operations in April 1899 and officially opened its doors to the public in November of the same year, marking its position as an early Japanese library.
The institution maintains a collection of 805,000 items, focusing particularly on Japanese publications and providing digital access to 441,642 materials through its online archive.
Through the AMLAD digital archiving service, users can access materials from multiple facilities across the prefecture, expanding the reach of available resources.
The current building, designed by MHS Planners, Architects & Engineers, reopened in 1993 with modern facilities and technological infrastructure.
Location: Akita
Inception: April 1899
Official opening: November 1899
Address: 秋田県秋田市山王新町14-31 010-0952
Website: http://apl.pref.akita.jp
GPS coordinates: 39.71831,140.09350
Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:03
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