図書館検索 MCP サーバー

What is 図書館検索 MCP サーバー?

図書館検索 MCP サーバー uses the Calil API to enable AI assistants like Claude to search and retrieve library information across Japan. Designed for developers, it provides tools to query libraries by prefecture and fetch basic details such as names and locations.

How to use 図書館検索 MCP サーバー？

Install Node.js v16+, obtain a Calil API key, then clone the repository. Run npm install, create a .env file with CALIL_APPLICATION_KEY, build with npm run build, and start with npm start. For Claude Desktop, add the server entry to claude_desktop_config.json as shown in the README.

Key features of 図書館検索 MCP サーバー

• Search libraries by prefecture name.
• Retrieve library name and location.
• Tool-callable by AI assistants.
• Simple CLI for local testing.

Use cases of 図書館検索 MCP サーバー

• An AI assistant answering “Libraries in Osaka”.
• A chatbot providing library contact info for a given prefecture.
• Automating library data lookups in workflows.

FAQ from 図書館検索 MCP サーバー

Do I need a Calil API key?

Yes. Obtain one from https://calil.jp/api/dashboard/ and set it as the CALIL_APPLICATION_KEY environment variable.

Is book search (search_books) functional?

No. The search_books tool is a placeholder and not yet implemented; only get_libraries_by_prefecture is operational.

How do I run the server with Claude Desktop?

Add a mcpServers entry with the command node, the absolute path to dist/index.js, and the CALIL_APPLICATION_KEY in env to your claude_desktop_config.json.

What tools does the server expose?

Two tools: get_libraries_by_prefecture (accepts a prefecture name, returns library system/list) and search_books (placeholder, accepts a query).

What are the runtime requirements?

Node.js v16 or higher and a Calil API key. The server uses stdio transport and fetches data from the Calil API.