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Arctic Environment Research Center

Type: Organisation
Address: National Institute of Polar Research, Kaga 1-9-10, Itabashi-ku, Tokyo 173
Telephone: +81-3-3962-4742
Fax: +81-3-3962-5701
Year of foundation: 1990
Activities: Acts as the national corresponding office for the world Arctic research community in addition to carrying out its own research programme. Since 1991, it has maintained a field laboratory at Ny-Alesund, Svalbard, where research has been carried out in meteorology, glaciology, oceanography and biology. Ice cores have also been obtained from Greenland.
Publications: Newsletter

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Data Center for Glacier Research

Type: Organisation
Address: Japanese Society of Snow and Ice, Belvedere Kudan Bldg. 207, 2-15-5 Fujimi, Chiyoda-Ku, Tokyo 102.
Telephone: +81-3-3261-2339
Fax: +81-3-3262-1923
Year of foundation: 1973
Activities: Promotes and organizes glaciological research on snow patches, glaciers and ice sheets inside and out of Japan.
Publications: Bulletin of Glacier Research (1987-) [continues Reports (1973-85)]

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Fuji Antarctic Museum

Type: Museum
Address: Nagoya
Year of foundation: This museum has been established on the historic icebreaker Fuji.

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Geographical Survey Institute

Type: Organisation
Address: Ministry of Construction, Kitazato-1, Tsukubaba 305-0811
Telephone: +81-298-64-111
Fax: +81-298-64-8087
Year of foundation: 1871
Activities: National Antarctic mapping centre. Publishes Antarctic series at 1:25 000, also other maps at varying scales.
Publications: Bulletin (1948-); map series

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Hokkaido Museum of Northern Peoples

Type: Museum
Address: Shiomi 313-1, Abashiri, Hokkaido 093-0042
Telephone: +81-152-45-3888.

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Hokkaido University Institute for the Study of North Eurasian Cultures

Type: Organisation
Address: Faculty of Letters, Kita 10, Nishi 7, Kita-ku, Sapporo 060-0810
Telephone: +81-11-716-211 ext. 4000
Fax: +81-11-716-0919
Year of foundation: 1966
Activities: Department of Cultural Anthropology carries out research and teaching on the ecology and socio-cultural anthropology of northern Eurasia, North America and Japan. The Department of Archaeology carries out reasearch and teaching on the prehistory of northern Japan and adjacent areas.
Publications: Hoppo Bunka Kenkyu [Bulletin of the Institute for the Study of North Eurasian Cultures] (annual)

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Hokkaido University, Institute of Low Temperature Science

Type: Organisation
Address: Kita l9, Nishi 8, Kita-ku, Sapporo 060-0819, Hokkaido
Telephone: +81-11-716-2111; +81-11-717-7822
Fax: +81-11-706-7142
Year of foundation: 1941
Activities: Teaching and research centre for all cold regions subjects including glaciology, cold regions engineering, and cryobiology. Facilities include a sea ice research laboratory (Monbetsu), and field observatories for avalanche studies (Toikanbetsu), frost heaving (Tomakomai), and snow melt (Moshiri). Library.
Publications: Contributions from the Institute of Low Temperature Science [Published as one series 1952-56. Since 1957, this has been sub-divided into two series: Ser. A (Physics) and Ser. B (Biology) (1957-)]; Teion-Kagaku [Low Temperature Science] (1944-); Teion-Kagaku. Data Report (1969-).

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Hokkaido University, Masaaki Aota [Sea Ice Research Laboratory]

Type: Organisation
[Sea Ice Research Laboratory]
Address: Minamigaoka 6-4-10, Mombetsu, Hokkaido 094
Activities: Carries out research in Okhotsk Sea and North Pacific. Operated by the Institute of Low Temperature Science.

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Hoppoken Senta [Northern Regions Center]

Type: Organisation
[Northern Regions Center]
Address: North 3, West 7, Chuo-ku, Sapporo 060-0003, Hokkaido
Telephone: +81-11-221-7840
Fax: +81-11-221-7845
Year of foundation: 1978 [formerly Research Council for the Development of Northern Regions (1972-78)]
Activities: Japanese term 'Hoppoken' means 'northern regions'. NRC's role is to foster development in Hokkaido, taking into account this island's northern location and its similarities with northern regions elsewhere. Library.
Publications: Hoppoken (1972-, 4pa) [in Japanese]; NRC Newsletter (?-, 4pa) [in English]

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Hydrographic Department, Maritime Safety Agency

Type: Organisation
Address: 5-3-1, Tsukiji, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104
Activities: Responsible for hydrographic survey and mapping in both polar regions.

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Institute for Hydrospheric-Atmospheric Sciences (IHAS), Nagoya University

Type: Organisation
Website: www.nagoya-u.ac.jp
Address: Chikusa-ku, Nagoya 464-01
Telephone: +81-52-789-3480
Fax: +81-52-789-3436
Year of foundation: 1993 [reorganized from Water Research Institute]
Activities: Carries out research focusing on understanding of the the water and bioelement cycles in the atmosphere and hydrosphere through physical, chemical and biological studies.
Publications: Research Reports of IHAS (1993-)

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Institute of Low Temperature Science. University of Hokkaido

Type: Library
Website: www.lowtem.hokudai.ac.jp/english
Address: Kita l9, Nishi 8, Kita-ku, Sapporo 060, Japan
Telephone: +81-11-716-2111; +81-11-717-7822
Fax: +81-11-716-5698
Notes:

The library started as a part of the Institute when it was established in 1941. The collection of books and periodicals concerning the problems of cold regions such as snow and ice, including the field of cryobiology, has grown gradually, mainly for the use of the Institute staff.

DESCRIPTION OF POLAR COLLECTION: Subject: Low Temperature Science including all publications from the Institute of Low Temperature Science, polar expeditions (scientific and general), glaciology, general problems of cold or snowy regions, maps, and books of photographs. Area: Snowy areas of Japan, Arctic, Subarctic, Antarctic, Alpine mountains, cold and temperate glaciers. Language: Japanese, English, Russian, German and French.

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Japan Meteorological Agency

Type: Organisation
Website: www.kishou.go.jp
Address: 3-4 Otemachi 1-chome, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 10
Publications: Antarctic Meteorological Data (1963-, annual); Antarctic Meteorological Data. Special Volume (1972-); Geophysical Magazine (1926-, annual); Oceanographical Magazine (1949-, annual)

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Japan Polar Research Association

Type: Organisation
Address: Hirakawa-cho 2-3-4, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-0093
Telephone: +81-3-3239-7615
Fax: +81-3239-7617
Year of foundation: 1964
Activities: Foundation providing grants-in-aid to scientists carrying out laboratory or field polar science, and for attendance at meetings relating to polar studies. Disseminates information through publications, exhibitions, lectures and meetings. Exchanges information with related organizations. Maintains Polar Information Office.
Publications: Polar News (1965-, 2pa); maps and pamphlets; calendar (1980-).

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Japan Whaling Association

Type: Organisation
Website: www.whaling.jp/english
Address: 2-8-3 Higashi Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 10

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Japanese Antarctic Research Expedition (JARE)

Type: Organisation
Address: Headquarters, c/o Ministry of Education, Science & Culture, 2-2 Kasumigaseki 3-chome, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100
Activities: National Antarctic operating agency providing logistical support to scientists and maintaining the all-year stations Asuka (71.32'S; 24.08'E) and Syowa (69.32'S; 39.35'E).
Publications: Collected Reprints (1978-, annual); Data Reports (1968-); Scientific Reports: A. Aeronomy (1963-73), B. Meteorology (1969), C. Earth Sciences (1964-73), D. Oceanography (1964), E. Biology and Medical Science (?-71), F. Logistics (1964); Special Issues (1967-71).

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Kokuritsu Kagaku Hakubutsukan [National Science Museum]

Type: Museum
[National Science Museum]
Website: www.kahaku.go.jp
Address: 7-20 Ueno Park, Taito-ku, Tokyo
Year of foundation: 1872
Collections: Extensive natural history collections with some polar material.

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Kokuritsu Kyokuchi Kenkyujyo] [National Institute of Polar Research (NIPR)]

Type: Organisation
[National Institute of Polar Research (NIPR)]
Address: 9-10, Kaga 1-chome, Itabashi-ku, Tokyo 173-8515
Telephone: +81-3-3962-4711
Fax: +81-3-3962-2529
Year of foundation: Originated in 1962 as the Polar Section (in 1970 re-titled the Polar Research Center) of the National Science Museum. Assumed its current name in 1973.
Activities: The national research centre carrying out studies on upper atmospheric physics, meteorology, earth sciences, oceanography, biology, medicine, logistics and polar history in both polar regions, but especially Antarctica. Library. See also JARE [what is the exact relationship with JARE? Note different address] and the Arctic Environment Research Center.
Publications: Antarctic Record [Nankyoku Shiryo] (1957-, 3pa); Catalog of scientific periodicals (1991); Memoirs. Series A - F (1963-86) [continued JARE Scientific Reports. Series A - F]; Proceedings (1987-, annual) [separate series for Antarctic Geosciences, Antarctic Meteorites, Polar Biology, Polar Meteorology and Glaciology, and Upper Atmosphere Physics]; Special Issues (1967-87). Map series: Antarctic Geological Map Series (1974-); Special Map Series (1984-).

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Nagaoka Institute of Snow and Ice Studies (NSIS)

Type: Organisation
Address: NIED, 187-16 Suyoshi, Nagaoka, Niigata 940
Fax: +81-258-35-0020
Year of foundation: 1964
Activities: One of two snow and ice branches of the National Research Institute for Earth Science and Disaster Prevention (NIED).

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National Committee for Polar Research

Type: Organisation
Address: Science Council of Japan, 22-34 Roppongi 7, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106
Telephone: +81-3-3403-6291
Fax: +81-3-3403-1982
Year of foundation: 1955
Activities: National Member of IASC and SCAR.
Publications: Japanese Antarctic Research Report to SCAR (1957-, annual)

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Nihon Geirui Kenkyusho [Institute of Cetacean Research]

Type: Organisation
[Institute of Cetacean Research]
Website: www.whalesci.org
Address: Tokyo Suisan Bldg., 4-18 Toyomi-cho, Chuo-ku, 104-0055 Tokyo
Telephone: +81-3-3536-6521
Fax: +81-3-3536-6522
Year of foundation: 1988?
Activities: Research centre for the study of whales and whaling. Replaced Whales Research Institute closed in 1987.
Publications: Scientific Reports of Cetacean Research (1990-, annual) [continues Scientific Reports of the Whales Research Institute (1948-88, annual)]

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Nihon Seppyo Gakkai [Japanese Society of Snow and Ice (JSSI)]

Type: Organisation
[Japanese Society of Snow and Ice (JSSI)]
Address: Belvedere Kudan Bldg., Room 207, 2-15-5 Fujimi, Chiyoda-Ku, Tokyo 102-0071.
Telephone: +81-3-3261-2339
Fax: +81-3-3262-1923
Year of foundation: 1939
Activities: Organizes annual science meeting (held in October) and other conferences. See also Data Center for Glacier Research.
Publications: Bulletin of Glacier Research (1983-); Seppyo (1939-, 4pa)

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Nihon Yuki Kogakkai [Japan Society for Snow Engineering]

Type: Organisation
[Japan Society for Snow Engineering]
Address: Nihon Gakkai Jimu Senta, 16-9 Honkomagome 5-chome, Bunyo-ku, Tokyo 113-0021
Publications: Journal of Snow Engineering of Japan (1985-, 4pa)

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Niigata University

Type: Organisation
Website: www.niigata-u.ac.jp/index-e.html
Address: Research Institute for Hazards in Snowy Areas, Ikarashi, Niigata 950-2

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Northern Regions Center. Library

Type: Library
Website: www.nrc.or.jp/english/foreign.html
Address: Hokkaido Government, Annex Bldg., West 7, North 3, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido 060 Japan
Telephone: +81-11-2217840
Fax: 934-234 nrcj
Notes:

Northern Regions Center's activities with other regions in Hoppoken are: stimulating the culture and economy of Hokkaido, improving the lifestyle and environment of Hokkaido in harmony with its natural northern features, internationalization of Hokkaido, increasing international assistance and contributions to "Betterment of Northern Living" concept. The Japanese term "Hoppoken" corresponds to "northern regions" in English. The Center conducts special research of Hoppoken's life, culture, economics and offers valuable suggestions to solve Hokkaido's problems. It is an incorporated body approved by the Prime Minister of Japan, with the aim of contributing to the progress and development of Japan and Hokkaido.

DESCRIPTION OF POLAR COLLECTION: Collections on culture, northern development policy and economics. Data Collection: The Northern Regions Center gathers data and information on Hoppoken from throughout the world and disseminates it among the people in Hokkaido. The Center makes this information available by opening its library of over 10 000 books, slides, films, and video tapes to the public, issuing periodicals, newsletters and other publications, exhibiting photo panels, relevant daily necessities and other goods, and holding lectures and seminars featuring experts in various fields. Research and Study: The Center conducts special research on Hoppoken's life, culture, economics, and other matters, and offers valuable suggestions to solve Hokkaido's problems. The Center has published 68 reports. Promotion of International Exchanges: With the objective of promoting international exchanges between Hokkaido and other northern regions in a wide range of fields such as economics, culture and sports, the Center organizes simultaneously interpreted international conferences, sends and receives goodwill missions, and holds events to promote exchanges. The Center has various language study facilities open for public use.

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Northern Regions Foundation

Type: Organisation
Address: Northern Regions Center, North 3, West 7, Chuo-ku, Sapporo 060, Hokkaido
Year of foundation: 1978
Activities: Solicits ideas for exchange programmes and awards grants to those conducting exchanges with other northern regions regarding lifestyle, culture, research, and other matters.

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Okhotsk Sea & Cold Ocean Research Association

Type: Organisation
Address: Sea Ice Research Laboratory, Hokkaido University, Minamigaoka 6-4-10, Mombetsu, Hokkaido 094
Telephone: +81-1582-4-2111, ext. 344
Fax: +81-1582-3-1833

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Shinjo Branch of Snow and Ice Studies

Type: Organisation
Address: NIED, Tokamachi, Shinjo-shi, Yamagata 996
Telephone: +81-233-22-7550
Fax: +1-233-22-7554
Year of foundation: 1969
Activities: Conducts studies on snow and ice in order to gather information assisting in the prevention of snow disasters. Principal fields of studies include: 1. research on the physical properties of snow and ice and related phenomena; 2. geophysical aspects of snowcover; 3. engineering problems of snow and ice; 4. life science in snowy areas; 5. earth science of the cryosphere; and 6. data collection on destructive avalanches and others. One of two snow and ice branches of the National Research Institute for Earth Science and Disaster Prevention (NIED).
Publications: Report (1968-, 2pa); Technical Note (1967-)

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Shirase Antarctic Expedition Memorial Museum

Type: Museum
Address: Kurokawa, Konoura-machi, Akita-ken 018-0302
Telephone: +81-184-38-3765
Fax: +81-184-38-3762
Collections: Set up in commemoration of Shirase's historic Antarctic expedition, 1910-12.

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国立極地研究所 情報図書室 [National Institute of Polar Research Library]

Type: Library
[National Institute of Polar Research Library]
Website: www.nipr.ac.jp/~library/e
Contact name: Yoriko Hayakawa (Ms.), Yasuyuki Minamiyama(Mr.)
Address: Midori-cho 10-3, Tachikawa City, Tokyo 190-8518, Japan
Telephone: +81-42-512-0648
Fax: +81-42-528-3104
Open to the public? / Opening hours: 09:00-17:00 weekday
Year of foundation: 1973
Publications: Nankyoku Shiryô(Antarctic Record) Polar Science (coopration with the Elsevier) JARE Data Reports Arctic Data Reports Memoirs of NIPR, series A-F, special Issue Gazetteer of eastern Dronning Maud Land, Antarcitca, 2000 (with errata 2002)
Notes:

April 1962: Library, Polar Section, National Science Museum. April 1970: Library, Polar Research Center, National Science Museum. September 1973: Library, National Institute of Polar Research in Kaga.May 2009 Moved to Tachikawa City.

DESCRIPTION OF POLAR COLLECTION: Aeronomy (aurora and airglow, cosmic-rays, ionosphere, geomagnetism), meteorology, earth sciences (geology, geography, glaciology, seismology, geodesy, geochemistry), oceanography, biology, medical science, logistics and narratives of expeditions in the polar regions, especially in Antarctica.

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