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1Bioproduction Research Institute, National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST), 1-1-1 Higashi, Tsukuba, 305-8566 Japan ; Department of Biological Sciences, Graduate School of Science, The University of Tokyo, Tokyo, 113-0033 Japan ; Graduate School of Life and Environmental Sciences, University of Tsukuba, Tsukuba, 305-8572 Japan.
This overview details Japanese entomological journals, highlighting accessibility challenges and solutions. Many Japanese entomology journals are freely available through platforms like J-stage and CiNii, improving global researcher access.
Area of Science:
- Entomology
- Scientific Publishing
- Bibliometrics
Background:
- Many Japanese entomological journals are not indexed in major international databases like Web of Science.
- This lack of indexing limits global recognition and accessibility for entomological researchers worldwide.
- International English-language journals exist, but a significant portion of Japanese research remains less discoverable.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive overview of entomological journals and publishing in Japan.
- To serve as a portal connecting global researchers with valuable Japanese entomological resources.
- To highlight accessible avenues for discovering Japanese entomological research.
Main Methods:
- Compilation of a list of 32 entomological and related societies in Japan.
- Identification of 45 journals published by these societies.
- Verification of open-access availability and provision of URLs through Japanese public platforms.
Main Results:
- The study lists 45 entomological journals from 32 Japanese societies, many affiliated with major scientific unions.
- Despite limited indexing in global databases, contents are often freely accessible via Japan Science and Technology Information Aggregator, Electronic (J-stage) and Citation Information by National Institute of Informatics (CiNii).
- URLs and open-access status are provided for enhanced discoverability.
Conclusions:
- Japanese entomological research is largely accessible through national platforms, overcoming indexing limitations.
- This resource aims to bridge the accessibility gap for international entomological communities.
- Researchers can now more easily find and utilize valuable Japanese entomological publications.
