RDM Object Storage
The RDM Object Storage service was launched on May 15, 2025.
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The RDM Object Storage service, available through the RDM Drive Portal, is provided by the Institute for Information Management and Communication (IIMC). It enables research data to be managed as unstructured data.
Features and Benefits
- Provides Amazon S3-compatible object storage that can be used for research projects.
- Once a faculty or staff member applies, students and external collaborators may also use the service.
Before You Begin
- Please review the following regulations regarding eligibility and usage:
- Submission of an application is regarded as acceptance of these terms
- The service will be provided free of charge in FY2025 as a trial, but usage fees are expected to apply from FY2026 onward.
Application for Use
From Application to Start of Use
How to Use the Service
Usage Fees and Service Plans
Details of usage fees for FY2026 and beyond will be announced once determined.
参考：京都大学情報環境機構データセンター情報サービス利用及び利用負担金規程 （2026年度より負担金設定予定)
| Plan | Usage Fee | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Tenant 10 TB Plan | Free in FY2025 | 10 TB capacity bucket and user creation allowed |
| Tenant 25 TB Plan | Free in FY2025 | 25 TB capacity bucket and user creation allowed |
| Tenant 50 TB Plan | Free in FY2025 | 50 TB capacity bucket and user creation allowed |
| Tenant 100 TB Plan | Free in FY2025 | 100 TB capacity bucket and user creation allowed |
Eligible Budget Categories (After the Free Trial Period)
- Usage fees may be paid from major internal funding sources within the university.
- Some budget types have restrictions on allowable usage. Please consult with your department’s administrative office in advance.
| Budget Category | Payment Method |
|---|---|
| Operating grants | Budget transfer |
| Contract research funds, donations, etc. | Cost reassignment |
| KAKENHI and similar grants | Payment upon issuance of usage fee notification |
Confirmation of Continued Use for the Next Fiscal Year
This service is provided on a fiscal-year basis, and a new application is required each year.
In January or February, users will receive a notice requesting confirmation of continued use (continue or discontinue).
Please be sure to respond.
Manuals
Manuals related to the service can be accessed at the following URL:
Frequently Asked Questions
- View all FAQs related to RDM Drive/Object Storage applications
- View all FAQs related to Object Storage usage
Contact Information
If your issue cannot be resolved with the manual or FAQs, please contact us with your Service ID (a 7-character ID beginning with “ss”).