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The Art of Japanese Architecture explores the simplicity, asymmetry, sensitivity to the natural environment, and use of natural materials that are the hallmarks of Japanese architecture. These elements are explored and clarified in this cultural and historical overview of the rapidly changing world of Japanese architecture.

Beginning with a discussion of prehistoric pit dwellings and concluding with a description of significant modern ...
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Overview


The Art of Japanese Architecture explores the simplicity, asymmetry, sensitivity to the natural environment, and use of natural materials that are the hallmarks of Japanese architecture. These elements are explored and clarified in this cultural and historical overview of the rapidly changing world of Japanese architecture.

Beginning with a discussion of prehistoric pit dwellings and concluding with a description of significant modern buildings, David and Michiko Young, authors of the 2006 American Horticultural Award-winning book, The Art of the Japanese Garden, analyze the major changes in architecture caused by the introduction of Buddhist culture, the development of feudalism, the influence of Western culture and the adaptation of the international style in contemporary buildings.
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Library Journal

Husband-and-wife collaborators David Young (anthropology, Univ. of Alberta) and Michiko Young have been studying Japanese aesthetics for years. Previously, they wrote The Art of the Japanese Garden, and now they tackle Japanese architecture, perfectly melding East and West to give us a deeply historical and cultural appreciation for the design and construction of Japanese shelter over an astonishing 12,000 years. They explain the elements of structure and the spare glory of the essentials as well as provide many examples that pay tribute to function. The buildings they examine embrace strong societal traditions, a tendency that makes Japanese architecture timeless and always "modern." Nearly 400 illustrations, photographs, and woodcuts reinforce and enhance the outstanding text. The description, visuals, and history of rural thatched roofs are a particular high point. A tribute and rich entrée to a beautiful architectural form; highly recommended.
—David Bryant

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"A tribute and rich entree to a beautiful architectural form; highly recommended."—Library Journal

"The Japanese aesthetic remains one of simple asymmetry, imbued with respect for the natural environment. Here's a compelling history of Japanese architecture, from ancient dwellings to spectacular, modern urban towers."—From House to Home

"A tribute and rich entree to a beautiful architectural form; highly recommended."—Library Journal

"The Japanese aesthetic remains one of simple asymmetry, imbued with respect for the natural environment. Here's a compelling history of Japanese architecture, from ancient dwellings to spectacular, modern urban towers."—From House to Home

"A tribute and rich entree to a beautiful architectural form; highly recommended."—Library Journal

"The Japanese aesthetic remains one of simple asymmetry, imbued with respect for the natural environment. Here's a compelling history of Japanese architecture, from ancient dwellings to spectacular, modern urban towers."—From House to Home

"A tribute and rich entree to a beautiful architectural form; highly recommended."—Library Journal

"The Japanese aesthetic remains one of simple asymmetry, imbued with respect for the natural environment. Here's a compelling history of Japanese architecture, from ancient dwellings to spectacular, modern urban towers."—From House to Home

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Product Details

  • ISBN-13: 9781462906574
  • Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
  • Publication date: 5/29/2012
  • Sold by: Barnes & Noble
  • Format: eBook
  • Pages: 176
  • Sales rank: 850,834
  • File size: 18 MB
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Meet the Author

David Young taught anthropology at the University of Alberta in Canada. Together with his wife, Michiko, he has conducted research on Japanese aesthetics for many years. A keen photographer, he took most of the photographs for this book.

Michiko Young worked for many years in the international affairs office at the University of Alberta. The Youngs are now retired in the Rocky Mountains of British Columbia.

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Table of Contents


The Art of Traditional Japanese Architecture: An Overview     10
Basic Principles     12
Pre-Buddhist Cultures     24
Reconstructed Jomon and Yayoi Settlements     26
The Grand Shrines at Ise     30
Ainu Buildings     36
Influences from Korea and China     38
Heijokyo: An Early Capital     42
Horyuji: The Oldest Extant Temple     44
Nara Period Temples     46
Post-Buddhist Shinto Shrines     50
Developing a Cultural Identity     54
Palaces and Mansions     60
Mountain Temples     64
Paradise Halls     70
Merging of Shinto and Buddhist Architecture     76
The Way of the Warrior     78
New Principles in Residential Architecture     80
Kinkakuji and Ginkakuji Temples     84
The Way of Tea     90
Feudal Period Temples     96
The Ichijodani Historical Site     98
Castles and Castle Culture     100
Centralized Feudalism     106
Edo: The Feudal Capital     108
Takayama: An Administrative Town     110
Kanazawa: A Castle Town     114
Ogimachi: A FarmVillage     118
Minka: Rural Houses     124
Kurashiki: A Rice Merchant Town     132
The Important Role of Storehouses     134
The Mausoleums at Nikko     136
Sukiya Style Villas and Palaces     140
Theaters and Sumo Rings     148
Japanese Architecture in Transition     152
Pseudo-Western and Blended Styles     154
Residential Architecture in the Traditional Style     156
Inns in the Traditional Style     160
Temples and Shrines in the Traditional Style     162
Modern Architecture     166
Glossary     174
Bibliography     175
Photo Credits and Acknowledgments     176
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