The Role of Coniferous Trees, Cedar, and Cypress in Japanese Wooden Architecture
Japan’s rich history of wooden architecture owes much to its abundant coniferous forests. Among these, cedar ( […]
Why Does Japan, a Land of Earthquakes, Have So Many Ancient Wooden Structures?
Japan is renowned for its frequent and powerful earthquakes, making it one of the most seismically active regi […]
Traditional Japanese Farmhouses: Regional Characteristics and the Challenges of Preservation
Traditional Japanese farmhouses (kominka) are masterpieces of regional adaptation, reflecting the climate, nat […]
Exploring the Future of Sustainable Architecture: Reusing Earthen Walls
Earthen walls (tsuchi kabe) are a cornerstone of traditional Japanese architecture, embodying both durability […]
Speaking with Master Builders from 100 Years Ago: Insights from Traditional Japanese Architecture
A dialogue with a wooden architect who is renovating a private house that is over 100 years old.
The Timeless Significance of Building Homes in Japan: Lessons from the Past
This article delves into the historical significance of home construction in Japan
Exploring the Charm of Wooden Architecture—The Value of Wood and the Craftsmanship Behind It
The essence of wooden architecture lies undeniably in the allure of wood itself.
YOSHINO – Eternal Forestry exhibition will be held in Paris【7-16 Sep 2023】
Sustainable human and cedar tree practices from Japan’s ancient capital of Nara emerge in Paris
Cherishing for the Centuries
The folding screen of old and new Yoshino cedar
YAMAMORI STAND [COCHI]
Crafting Nature’s Elegance Inside. Beautiful Partitions Made from Yoshino Hinoki