National Diet Library, Tokyo

Name: National Diet Library
Address: 1-10-1, Nagatacho, Tokyo, 100-8924, Japan
Telephone: +81 3-3581-2331

#366 among attractions in Tokyo

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Facts and practical information

The National Diet Library is the national library of Japan and among the largest libraries in the world. It was established in 1948 for the purpose of assisting members of the National Diet of Japan in researching matters of public policy. The library is similar in purpose and scope to the United States Library of Congress. ()

Local name: 国立国会図書館 Established: 1948 (76 years ago)Coordinates: 35°40'43"N, 139°44'38"E

Address

1-10-1, Nagatacho千代田区 (永田町)Tokyo 100-8924 Japan

Contact

+81 3-3581-2331

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Day trips

National Diet Library – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Imperial Palace, Sakurada Gate, Tokyo Midtown Hibiya, National Theatre of Japan.

0.6 miNE
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0.6 miE
Palace
Sakurada Gate, Tokyo
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0.9 miE
Shopping, Department store
Tokyo Midtown Hibiya, Tokyo
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~1850 ftSW
Temple, Historical place, Sacred and religious sites
Hie Shrine, Tokyo
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1.1 miE
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0.8 miS
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
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0.7 miSW
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1 miE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Concert hall
Imperial Theatre, Tokyo
25 min walk • The Imperial Theatre, often referred to simply as the Teigeki, and previously the Imperial Garden Theater, is a Japanese theater located in Marunouchi, Chiyoda, Tokyo, Japan operated by Toho.
0.5 miNE
Palace
Fukiage Palace, Tokyo
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0.6 miW
Museum, Art museum
New Otani Art Museum, Tokyo
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is National Diet Library open?

National Diet Library is open:

Monday 9:30 am - 7 pm
Tuesday 9:30 am - 7 pm
Wednesday 9:30 am - 7 pm
Thursday 9:30 am - 7 pm
Friday 9:30 am - 7 pm
Saturday 9:30 am - 5 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to National Diet Library?

Nearby attractions include Zasshi Kiji Sakuin, Tokyo (1 min walk), National Theatre of Japan, Tokyo (6 min walk), Hayabusachō, Tokyo (6 min walk), Nagatachō, Tokyo (6 min walk).

How to get to National Diet Library by public transport?

The nearest stations to National Diet Library:

Metro

Nagatacho • Lines: Dt;Z, Dt;Z;Ts;Tn, N, Y, Z (8 min walk)

Bus

Miyakezaka • Lines: 都03 (6 min walk)
Hanzomon • Lines: 都03 (10 min walk)

Train

Yotsuya (24 min walk)
Ichigaya (26 min walk)

Light rail

Shimbashi • Lines: U (33 min walk)
Shiodome • Lines: U (36 min walk)