Tozuka Library Barrier-Free Page

Tozuka Library offers easy-to-use materials and services so that everyone can get acquainted with reading.
"Can you do this?" If you have any doubts, such as "I don't know where the book is," please feel free to contact us.

Here, we introduce some of the barrier-free facilities that Tozuka Library is working on.

There is also a slope at the entrance of the Tozuka Center, where the library is located. The library is flooring and there are no steps. In addition, the space between the bookshelf and the bookshelf is secured, so it can be used not only in wheelchairs but also in strollers. In addition, it can be used with service dogs (guide dogs, service dogs, hearing dogs, etc.).

The library offers not only books but also magazines and newspapers so that babies and the elderly can enjoy it. You can read picture books at the picture book corner and do research in the hall.

This section is a collection of materials for children with special needs. It's right in front of the library.
"Apple shelf" is a service that started at a Swedish library to let all children know the fun of reading. There are LL books (books written in an easy-to-understand manner) and books to touch.

There are gentle and easy-to-read books designed so that everyone can enjoy reading.
You can also search by entering "LL Book" in the title in online catalog.

There is a corner of books written in large print.
You can also search by entering "Large Type" in the title in online catalog.

There are novels and practical books written in Chinese, Korean, and English, as well as foreign language translations of Japanese novels.
In addition, we collect information on living in the city for foreign citizens, books introducing Japan, and reference books for learning Japanese.

In Chinese, Korean, and Vietnamese, picture books for children are available, and in English, reading materials for children are available in addition to picture books.

We collected picture books that can be recommended for 0-year-old babies who meet picture books for the first time and 2-year-old infants. If you are worried about choosing a baby book, first pick up the picture book in this corner. We also accept reading consultations.

"Is there a book like this?" If you have something to ask, but don't know where to ask, first call counter No. 4. The librarian will guide you.

There are toilets for adults, toilets for children, and multipurpose toilets.
There is a diaper changing table in the toilet for children.
The multipurpose toilet is compatible with ostomates. There is also a universal sheet (a large sheet that allows you to put on and take off clothes or change diapers).

There are 34 cars shared with the attached Tozuka Center. We also offer one for disabled people.

It can be used to pick up books on high bookshelfs. If it is difficult to take it, please call me. I'll help you.

It is located at the back of the library, along with the search machines for users.
Characters and images can be enlarged and projected onto the display, contrast can be adjusted, black and white inverted, etc., making it easy for anyone to read.

It is available at the counter. Please feel free to contact us.

There is a cane stand at each counter.

Please use it for research purposes with difficult-to-see characters. You can borrow it at the number one counter.

There are four types of available: 2.0, 2.5, 3.0, and 3.5. You can borrow it at the number one counter.

The line you are reading will be colored, making it easier to read. There are a total of six colors, including pink, yellow and green. You can borrow it at the number one counter.

The line you are reading will be colored and the characters will be enlarged. The color is only yellow. You can borrow it at the number one counter.

Please let me know if you have any problems. You can rent it in the museum.

・Registration is required in advance. Those who can register are those who live, attend school, or work in Yokohama City and have been issued a certificate of the physically disabled due to visual impairment.
・When registering, we will check your name, Address, etc., as well as the classification and grade of the certificate of the physically disabled.

Face-to-face reading
At the library, transliterator reads out the materials you want. Advance reservations are required for use.