FAQ

Access to the Database

Q1: Do I need a login ID or password to access the database?

A1: No login ID or password is required to access the database.

How to Use the Database

Q2: How can I use the database?

A2: Please refer to the “How to Use” page for instructions on how to use the database.

Data Updates

Q3: Will the data be updated in the future?

A3: Bibliographical information, images, and text data for each work will be updated as they become available. Update information will be posted on the “News” page.

Downloading Data

Q4: Can I download search results?

A4: Search results can be downloaded in CSV format. Please see “How to Use”, section “③ Search Results”.

Q5: Can I download detailed information?

A5: Detailed information cannot be downloaded.

Secondary Use of Data

Q6: Can I reuse or republish the data made available on this site?

A6: For materials held by external institutions or databases created by other organizations, please check the respective institution’s Terms of Use and Secondary Use Policy, and complete any necessary procedures directly with them. See also “About”, section “3. Data Sources.”