Simplicity of forms and lack of frills are important aspects of Japanese design.

MINIMALISM

Spaces are often designed so that they can be easily adapted to different needs.

VERSATILITY

The use of sliding doors (sudari), tatami mats (straw mats) and other traditional elements is preserved even in modern buildings.

TRADITIONAL ELEMENTS

Japanese architecture strives to integrate with the environment. Natural materials such as wood and stone are used.

HARMONY WITH NATURE

[MENU]

メニュー

One of the first examples of Japanese architecture are buildings built during

the Yayoi period (300 bc — 300 ad).

At this time, wood construction technologies were developing, which became the basis for the Japanese architectural tradition.

In the VII-VIII centuries, during the Nara period (710-794), the first Buddhist temples were built, such as the Todai-ji Temple, completed in 752, which became a symbol of Buddhism in Japan.

1\4

The architecture of this period is characterized by elegant lines and harmony with nature. The use of sliding partitions (shoji) made it possible to create multifunctional spaces.

[MENU]

メニュー

Famous buildings such as the Imperial Palace in Kyoto were built at this time.

1\3

The Heian period was marked by the development of aristocratic culture and architecture.

With the advent of samurai rule in Japan, architecture began began to change. Castles served not only as militaryfortifications, but also as symbols of power.

Castles such as Himeji Castle, built in the early 17th century, appeared during this period.

力
の
象
徴

During the Edo (or Tokugawa) period, architecture reached a new level. Famous buildings such as the Imperial Palace in Kyoto were built at this time.

[MENU]

メニュー

The architecture of this period was characterized by the use of wood and a roof with rounded edges.

An interesting fact: at that time, 
a system was developed that provided protection against earthquakes.

Famous buildings such as the Imperial Palace in Kyoto were built at this time.

#zeropopupteahouses

[MENU]

メニュー

TADAO ANDO

Since the beginning of the 20th century, Japanese architecture began to actively borrow elements of the Western style, which led to the creation of a unique synthesis

Famous architects such as Tadao Ando and Kenzo Tange have become famous on the international stage. Modern buildings often use glass and concrete, but at the same time keep in touch with nature and traditions.

[MENU]

メニュー

Ibaraki Kasugaoka Church (Church of the Light)

Atama Daibutsu. Big Buddha Hill. 
Tadao Ando

In northern Japan, Tadao Ando designed a lavender-covered temple that surrounds a giant Buddha statue.

Before Ando began work on this project, the 44-foot sculpture stood alone in a field for 15 years.

Visitors approach the Buddha through a 40-meter access tunnel located under the hill. According to the architect's plan, it was necessary to create a bright spatial sequence to enhance the expectation of the statue, invisible from the outside.

1\2

Entering the hall, visitors look up and see the Buddha's head surrounded by a heavenly halo.

ブッダ（仏）

2\4

[MENU]

メニュー

Humans have an innate desire to be closer to nature, a natural inclination ingrained in our DNA through tens of thousands of years of hunter-gatherer lifestyle.

[MENU]

メニュー

The house is designed to embrace nature, with the day starting in the northernmost bedroom where you can wake up to the sun filtering through the copse of trees in the secondary garden. The glass pergola-covered outdoor living room adjacent to the main garden offers the perfect space to enjoy the outdoors and relax.

«FORT7 House» Takeshi Ishiodori Architecture

[MENU]

メニュー

The underground Art Museum of International Art on Nakanoshima Island, between the Dojima and Tosabori River arms of the Yodo River in the center of Osaka.

[MENU]

メニュー

The museum was designed by architect Arata Isozaki

1\3

«Nakanoshima Museum of Art Osaka» Katsuhiko Endo Architect

[MENU]

メニュー

静岡

[MENU]

メニュー

Fuji Headquarters, Odaiba, Tokyo, Japan

The building of the broadcasting company Shizuoka