Important Notice: Scheduled Maintenance for Asahi Shimbun Cross-Search
Kyoto University Library Organization would like to inform our users of scheduled maintenance for the Asahi Shimbun Cross-Search service. This important update will ensure the continued optimal performance and reliability of this valuable resource.
Maintenance Schedule:
The Asahi Shimbun Cross-Search service will be temporarily unavailable on the following dates:
- Tuesday, September 17, 2025
- Wednesday, September 24, 2025
While the exact times of the maintenance are not specified in the announcement, users are advised to plan their research accordingly and avoid relying on the service during these periods.
About Asahi Shimbun Cross-Search:
The Asahi Shimbun Cross-Search is a comprehensive database providing access to a vast archive of articles from the Asahi Shimbun newspaper, a leading Japanese publication. This service is an indispensable tool for researchers, students, and anyone interested in historical events, current affairs, social trends, and a wide range of other topics related to Japan. Its ability to cross-search across different periods and content types makes it an exceptionally powerful research platform.
Impact of Maintenance:
During the scheduled maintenance windows, users will be unable to access or utilize the Asahi Shimbun Cross-Search service. We understand that this may cause inconvenience to your research activities, and we sincerely apologize for any disruption this may cause.
Reason for Maintenance:
The Kyoto University Library Organization is committed to providing high-quality and reliable access to academic resources. This scheduled maintenance is a proactive measure undertaken to perform essential updates and enhancements to the Asahi Shimbun Cross-Search system. These updates are crucial for maintaining the service’s integrity, improving its functionality, and ensuring its long-term availability for the academic community.
Recommendations:
We kindly request all users who plan to utilize the Asahi Shimbun Cross-Search for their research to make alternative arrangements or to complete their work prior to the scheduled maintenance dates.
The Kyoto University Library Organization appreciates your understanding and cooperation as we work to maintain and improve our services. We are confident that these updates will ultimately lead to a more robust and efficient research experience for all our users.
Further announcements regarding the exact timing of the maintenance within the specified dates will be made if deemed necessary.
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