Input of Entry Data #

This document explains how to input Entry data for the Kanchiin manuscript of the Ruiju Myōgishō. Hereinafter, the Kanchiin manuscript of the Ruiju Myōgishō will be referred to as “Myōgishō” or “KRM.”

An Entry consists of a Headword and Original Glosses. This section focuses on matters common to the input of Headwords and Original Glosses for the main Entry data of the “Myōgishō” (e.g., krm_main.tsv).

Among the input rules explained in this document, those concerning character representation methods (such as for characters outside of Unicode, special symbols, etc.) may also apply to other published data, including krm_notes (the file containing data for Compiler's Remarks). For details on the overall structure and file formats of the published data, please refer to the Overview of Public Data.

The published data primarily uses TSV format, but some data is also available in JSON format for better readability.

First, we will explain the Headwords, Entry Structure, and ID System. The ID system for KRM data is complex, so users are advised to read this section carefully. Next, we will discuss Character Encoding and Representation using Unicode. We will also explain the handling of characters that cannot be represented by Unicode, as multiple methods are used in combination. Finally, we will organize scribal issues such as misspellings and omissions; notation formats for characters and words like abbreviation marks and iteration marks; and additional notes and layout features such as interlinear notes and small character annotations. We will then summarize the Handling of Issues in Transcription, Notation, and Annotation.

• Headwords, Entry Structure, and ID System
• Character Encoding and Representation
• Handling Issues in Transcription, Notation, and Annotation