Tokyo Metropolitan Library
is the metropolitan public library system for Tokyo, Japan. Libraries The Tokyo Metropolitan Library has two branches. The Hibiya Library, a third branch, was closed on April 1, 2009. Both branches provide access to free public Wi-Fi, printing and photocopying services, and public computer access. The Metropolitan Central Library is located in the Minami-Azabu section of Minato. The library was founded in 1973 at the current location of the central branch. The library is free and open to the public, although not all collections are available to all people at all times. The library also has arrangements with over 300 smaller local public libraries allowing interlibrary lending privileges. The Central Branch seats up to 900 people and provides access to wireless Wi-Fi and online databases. The Hibiya Library was located in the Hibiya section of Chiyoda, prior to its closure. The Tama Library is located in Tachikawa in Western Tokyo. The library opened in 1987 to relieve municipal libraries. Holdings Although not as deep as the collection of the National Diet Library, which houses 44,187,016 items, The Tokyo Metropolitan Library houses a large collection of books, periodicals, and audio-visual materials. The Central Branch holds 240,000 volumes, including a large collection