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The National Archives of Japan Digital Archive is an online service that provides open access to the catalog of the historical records preserved by the National Archives of Japan (NAJ). Users can search catalog records, view digital content, and print or download materials—anytime, anywhere, by anyone, free and open to all.

Using the Digital Archive

Operating Environment

You can access the Digital Archive on the internet by PC, Tablet device, smartphone.

When using the Digital Archive, please pay attention the conditions of use of your internet provider, because large volume data are delivered by this system.

In the viewer screen of the digital archive, PDF digital images are displayed directly in the browser. Please note that the viewer will not function if JavaScript is disabled. Be sure to enable JavaScript when using the viewer.

On web browsers, see this page.

Notes on Use

When using the digital content and catalog information provided by the Digital Archive, please keep the following points in mind:

・For details regarding conditions for reuse, please refer to the “Conditions for Reuse” page.

・Each catalog detail screen and viewer screen includes a unique URI (Catalog URI and Content URI), which can be used for direct linking. These URIs are identical to those shown in your browser’s address bar.

・If you wish to cite materials, “Citation Example” are provided on each catalog detail screen and viewer screen.

・Please ensure compliance with copyright laws and other applicable regulations when using this Digital Archive and its contents.

・Some materials may contain discriminatory expressions. These expressions are preserved as part of the historical record and are provided in their original form. Please use them appropriately, in accordance with the principles of laws promoting the elimination of discrimination.

・Please note that the information provided may be subject to change or removal without prior notice.

Link

Use the following URL address to make a link to "National Archives of Japan Digital Archive," and also you can use our banners on your website.
URL
Address: https://www.digital.archives.go.jp/

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Guide to the "National Archives of Japan"

Getting Started

For more information about “Public Access to the Specified Historical Public Records and Archives”, “Guide for Users”, “FAQ”, etc., please refer to the "Getting Started” page.

Rules for Use of the National Archives of Japan.

About the Rules for Use of the National Archives of Japan, please refer to the "Rules for Use of the National Archives of Japan" page.