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Houses and Gardens of Kyoto: Revised with a new foreword by Matthew Stavros
Houses and Gardens of Kyoto presents over 500 photos of the most excellent examples of traditional Japanese architecture from every significant historical period in this new edition of a favorite classic.
Kyoto, considered the quintessential birthplace of Japanese culture, has survived centuries of damage and the onslaught of modernization, yet remains the undisputed home of the country's architectural and cultural history. This vibrant collection of Japanese garden design and landscaping photographs introduces a wide variety of traditional houses, from aristocratic villas, temple residences, and merchant townhouses, to ryokan inns and private retreats--each uniquely equipped with a garden space.
Houses And Gardens of Kyoto features residences--many of which have never before been photographed or shown in any other book--hand-picked by photographer Akihiko Seki. The accompanying text is informative and is sure to be a standard reference guide on the topic for years to come.
Each entry in this Japanese gardening and landscape design book is a colorful example of the most exquisite classic Japanese houses and garden styles and will serve as a lasting inspiration to anyone who is captivated by Japanese architecture and design.
Kyoto, considered the quintessential birthplace of Japanese culture, has survived centuries of damage and the onslaught of modernization, yet remains the undisputed home of the country's architectural and cultural history. This vibrant collection of Japanese garden design and landscaping photographs introduces a wide variety of traditional houses, from aristocratic villas, temple residences, and merchant townhouses, to ryokan inns and private retreats--each uniquely equipped with a garden space.
Houses And Gardens of Kyoto features residences--many of which have never before been photographed or shown in any other book--hand-picked by photographer Akihiko Seki. The accompanying text is informative and is sure to be a standard reference guide on the topic for years to come.
Each entry in this Japanese gardening and landscape design book is a colorful example of the most exquisite classic Japanese houses and garden styles and will serve as a lasting inspiration to anyone who is captivated by Japanese architecture and design.
240 pages, Hardcover
Published March 13, 2018
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September 27, 2024
Of all the mesmerizing sites cited in this volume filled with stunning photos by Akihiko Seki, Ryogin-an takes the cake:
“Ryogin-an 東福寺 龍吟庵
Location: Higashiyama-ku
Est. 1291
Built for: Mukan Fumon
Located within the grounds of Tofuku-ji temple, Ryogin-an was originally the residence of Mukan Fumon (1212-91), the temple’s third abbot. Upon his death, the house was converted into Tofuku-ji’s first tatchu (subtemple). The hojo (abbot’s quarter) of Ryogin-an is believed to have been built in 1387, making it the oldest extant example of this type of architecture. It is now an officially designated National Treasure and opened to the public in November every year.”
“Ryogin-an 東福寺 龍吟庵
Location: Higashiyama-ku
Est. 1291
Built for: Mukan Fumon
Located within the grounds of Tofuku-ji temple, Ryogin-an was originally the residence of Mukan Fumon (1212-91), the temple’s third abbot. Upon his death, the house was converted into Tofuku-ji’s first tatchu (subtemple). The hojo (abbot’s quarter) of Ryogin-an is believed to have been built in 1387, making it the oldest extant example of this type of architecture. It is now an officially designated National Treasure and opened to the public in November every year.”
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