Bank of Japan Archives: Archives (アーカイブス)

About the Archives

The Archives of the Bank of Japan was opened in 2002 as a part of the Institute for Monetary and Economic Studies, Bank of Japan.

The Archives holds and preserves historical records as an official repository of the Bank of Japan.  Information resources held by the archives constitute the corporate memory of the Bank of Japan, and these records are accessible to the public for the purpose of education on the values that best describe origins, policies, interests, evolution, functions, and activities of the Bank of Japan.

Collection Size: 78,000 folders 

Notable Collection(s): 

Note: The Guide uses the ALA/LC standard romanization, however, it also reflects different romanization system used by an individual institution.

Using the Arhives

Prior to the Visit: Advance Inquiry Required

• Please inquire the archives staff at:

Upon arrival:

• The reading room is located on the 8th floor of  the south annex building.

• Please show your photo ID to the security staff.

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