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Relationship Between the Locational Characteristics and Utilization of Complex Libraries

Year: 2023

Type: article

Abstract: This study focuses on the development of complex libraries to advance knowledge for use in city center revitalization based on the relationship between location characteristics and utilization. First, we conducted a questionnaire survey of 78 complex libraries established between 2008 and 2017. Second, we analyzed the development trends of the libraries and considered their impact on library utilization. Finally, we analyzed the relationship between planning document post-evaluation and utilization and examined methods to promote the revitalization of city centers in the future development of complex libraries.

Source: AIJ Journal of Technology and Design

DOI: 10.3130/aijt.29.1011

Authors: Aya HAGIHARA, Shinji IKARUGA, Takeshi KOBAYASHI, Rei SHIRAISHI

Institution: Yamaguchi University

Language: English

Topic: Library Science and Administration

Subfield: Library and Information Sciences

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Sustainable cities and communities

Open Access status: diamond

Funder: Japan Society for the Promotion of Science