Tozuka Library Barrier-Free Page

The Tozuka Library offers easy-to-use materials and services so that everyone can get acquainted with reading.
"Is it possible to 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 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, since the space between the bookshelf and the bookshelf is secured, 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 has 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 shelves" is a service that started in a Swedish library to make all children aware of the enjoyment of reading. There are LL books (books written in an easy-to-understand manner) and touching books.

There are books that are gentle and easy to read, 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 utility books written in Chinese, Korean, and English, and 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 English reading materials for children in addition to picture books.

We have collected picture books that can be recommended for children aged 0 who encounter picture books for the first time to 2 and 3 years old. If you are worried about choosing a baby's book, first pick up the picture book in this corner. We also accept bookings.

"Do you have such a book?" If you have any questions, such as "I want to ask, but I don't know where to ask," please first call the fourth counter. The librarian will guide you.

There are adult toilets, children's toilets, and multipurpose toilets.
There is a diaper changing table in the children's toilet.
Multipurpose toilets are available for ostomates. There is also a universal sheet (large sheet that can be put on and take off clothes and change diapers).

There are 34 cars shared with the Tozuka Center. One car is also available for people with disabilities.

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

In the back of the library, there is a line of search machines for users.
Characters and images can be enlarged and projected on the display, contrast can be adjusted, black and white inverted, and anyone can adjust easily.

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

A walking stick is available at each counter.

Please use this for research in hard-to-see characters. You can rent it at the first counter.

There are four types of degrees available: "2.0", "2.5", "3.0" and "3.5". You can rent it at the first counter.

The line you are reading will be colored, making the sentence easier to read. There are a total of 6 colors, including pink, yellow and green. You can rent it at the first counter.

The line you are reading will be colored, and the text will be enlarged. The color is only yellow. You can rent it at the first counter.

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

・Pre-registration is required. 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.
・Upon registration, we will check the classification and grade of the certificate of the physically disabled, in addition to your name and Address.

Face-to-face reading
In the library, transliterator reads the desired materials. Advance reservations are required for use.