Japanese architectural style

Japanese architecture has a very long history. It is considered to have begun in the fifth century BC. Japanese traditional architecture and its history are as a consequence dominated by Chinese and Asian techniques and styles on one side, and by Japanese original variations on those themes on the other.
The general structure is almost always the same: posts and lintels support a large and gently curved roof, while the walls are paper-thin, often movable and never load-bearing. Arches and barrel roofs are completely absent. Gable and eave curves are gentler than in China and columnar entices limited.
The roof is the most visually impressive component, often constituting half the size of the whole edifice. The slightly curved eaves extend far beyond the walls, covering verandas, and their weight must therefore be supported by complex bracket systems called tokyō, in the case of temples and shrines. Simpler solutions are adopted in domestic structures. The oversize eaves give the interior a characteristic dimness, which contributes to the building's atmosphere. The interior of the building normally consists of a single room at the center called moya, from which depart any other less important spaces.
Inner space divisions are fluid, and room size can be modified through the use of screens or movable paper walls. The large, single space offered by the main hall can therefore be divided according to the need. To the contrary, some walls can be removed and different rooms joined temporarily to make space for some more guests. The separation between inside and outside is itself in some measure not absolute as entire walls can be removed, opening a residence or temple to visitors. Verandas appear to be part of the building to an outsider, but part of the external world to those in the building. Structures are therefore made to a certain extent part of their environment. Care is taken to blend the edifice into the surrounding natural environment.
The use of construction modules keeps proportions between different parts of the edifice constant, preserving its overall harmony.

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3. Japanese architectural style evolves around clean and uncluttered living, holding tightly to balance, order, ancient customs and a love for natural beauty. Diana Draganova

4. The main features of Japanese architecture: arches and barrel roofs are completely absent. preference of the straight line over the curved; paper-thin, often movable and never load-bearing walls; skillful use of various woods; post-and-lintel structure; large and gently curved roof; Diana Draganova

5. Construction materials. For freestanding houses, wood frames are popular. Two-by-four construction is an alternative to the native style. Buildings may be clad in siding or faced with ceramic tile. Interiors often have drywall, painted or with a wall covering. Tile is a common roofing material; it may be fired clay or concrete. Clay tiles often bear a color and a glaze. Diana Draganova

6. The roof is the most visually impressive component, often constituting half the size of the whole edifice. The slightly curved eaves extend far beyond the walls, covering verandas, and their weight must therefore be supported by complex bracket systems called tokyō, in the case of temples and shrines. Simpler solutions are adopted in domestic structures. The oversize eaves give the interior a characteristic dimness, which contributes to the building's atmosphere. Diana Draganova

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8. The interior of the building normally consists of a single room at the center called moya, from which depart any other less important spaces. Inner space divisions are fluid, and room size can be modified through the use of screens or movable paper walls. The large, single space offered by the main hall can therefore be divided according to the need. Diana Draganova

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10. The fusuma are vertical rectangular panels which can slide from side to side to redefine spaces within a room, or act as doors. They consist of a lattice-like wooden understructure covered in cardboard and a layer of paper or cloth on both sides. They typically have a black lacquer border and a round finger catch. Historically, fusuma were painted, often with scenes from nature such as mountains, forests or animals. Today, many feature plain rice paper, or have industrially printed graphics of fans, autumn leaves, cherry blossom, trees, or geometric graphics. Diana Draganova

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12. The engawa , is a typical element of the traditional Japanese house. It is a strip of flooring, usually made of hardwood and surrounding the house, that represents a filter between the inside and the outside. Japanese people give a lot of importance to nature and their life-styles usually aim to harmonize with the natural world . The engawa carries out the same function of rebuilding and reinforcing the connection with nature. Not only is it a physical medium, an in-between space, it also transforms as the climate changes, because it can be kept open or it can be closed according to temperature. During the winter, it becomes something like a loggia where you can benefit from the view of the outside; in summer it’s a porch-like structure that you can walk on, enjoying the breeze and the sunlight. Diana Draganova

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14. T he relationship of the house and the surrounding area (garden) is an important aspect of traditional Japanese architecture. The Japanese did not consider the internal and external space as two separate parts, rather the two into one another. In other words, that no boundary where the inner ends and the outer space of the house begins. Diana Draganova

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16. The Most Famous Structures in Japan Diana Draganova

17. Himeji Castle Diana Draganova

18. Golden Pavilion Temple Diana Draganova

19. Byodo -in Temple Diana Draganova

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