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The best libraries to work and study in Tokyo

The 10 libraries in Tokyo best set up for a laptop or a day of studying, led by 四谷図書館, 国立国会図書館 and 北区立中央図書館.

Ranked by work score: Wi‑Fi, power, seating, hours, what reviews say about laptops and noise, and who recommends working there. One branch per chain.

Capture of a quiet, narrow street in Tokyo, showcasing traditional Japanese architecture and vibrant signage.
  1. But if you are going to study that much, a library might be better after all.

    でも、そんなに勉強されるならやはり図書館が良いかもしれませんね!

    Yahoo!知恵袋November 2008Translated from Japanese

    Hours, amenities and photos for 四谷図書館

  2. a good, central option and allows one-day membership
    Savvy TokyoJuly 2017

    Hours, amenities and photos for 国立国会図書館

  3. Kita Ward Central Library is clean, has power outlets, has a good environment and is free, so it is a really good place for doing work on a PC.

    北区中央図書館、綺麗だし電源もあるし環境いいし、無料だし、パソコンの作業をするためには本当にいいところです。

    とらねこのWiMAXAugust 2024Translated from Japanese

    Hours, amenities and photos for 北区立中央図書館

  4. Shinjuku City Central Library, 3-1-1 Okubo, Shinjuku-ku.

    新宿区立中央図書館 新宿区大久保3-1-1

    Yahoo!知恵袋November 2024Translated from Japanese

    Hours, amenities and photos for 新宿区立中央図書館

  5. At Shibuya City Central Library, there are many freely usable reading seats, and since it is quiet inside, I think it is suitable for self-study.

    渋谷区立中央図書館の場合、自由に使える閲覧席が多くあります。(申し込みが必要な席もあり)館内も静かなので、自習には適していると思います。

    Yahoo!知恵袋November 2013Translated from Japanese

    Hours, amenities and photos for 渋谷区立中央図書館