ISBN: 9781568364124

Until now, there has been no recourse for those seeking, through a single book, to increase their appreciation of the whole range of traditional Japanese architecture. With the publicatio… More...

Until now, there has been no recourse for those seeking, through a single book, to increase their appreciation of the whole range of traditional Japanese architecture. With the publication of What Is Japanese Architecture?. The Nile on eBay   FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE   What Is Japanese Architecture?: A Survey Of Traditional Japanese Architecture by Kazuo Nishi, Kazuo Hozumi This overview of the construction, design, carpentry, and background of Japanese architecture is packed with information on building methods, urban planning, use of gardens, and the relation between social change and architecture. FORMATPaperback LANGUAGEEnglish CONDITIONBrand New Publisher Description Traditional Japanese architecture-whether Buddhist temples or Shinto shrines, residences, castles, or teahouses-has become increasingly familiar around the world. Through the media of motion pictures, art books, T.V. documentaries and dramas such as Shogun, as well as through personal experience, more and more people have gained an acquaintance and appreciation of the architecture of premodern Japan. Some may even be able to name or recognize the oldest and the largest wooden structures in existence, which are to be found in Japan at Horyuji and Todaiji respectively. Yet often this knowledge is still rudimentary. Confusion abounds as to what distinguishes Japanese architecture from Chinese or Korean, or even Southeast Asian, not to mention what sets off a Buddhist temple from a Shinto shrine or, say, a residence of the tenth century from one of the eighteenth. Until now, there has been no recourse for those seeking, through a single book, to increase their appreciation of the whole range of traditional Japanese architecture. With the publication of What Is Japanese Architecture?, however, this situation has finally been rectified. Construction, design, carpentry, and the background of Japanese architecture, from prehistory to mid-nineteenth century, are here made available within the covers of a single, compact book.With over 300 drawings that illuminate the essentials of discussion more concretely than words could ever do, and a text that is succinct and always to the point, the book is divided into four parts-one each dealing chronologically with religious structures, residences, castles, and places of entertainment. The reader learns not only how each of these fields of architecture has evolved over the centuries and what distinguishes the buildings of one age from those of another, but something of the historical conditions and the people responsible for these changes as well as the role played by carpentry and methods of construction. The establishment and growth of the historic Japanese capitals-Nara, Kyoto, Edo-is brought sharply into focus, along with the rise and spread of other urban centers. Also highlighted are the mansions of the court nobility; the castles and residences of the samurai aristocracy; the homes of village elders; dwellings of the common people; educational institutions, and places of entertainment such as theaters, red-light districts, teahouses, and country villas.Any book that is as full of information as this, and readily accessible and clearly illustrated at the same time, will be of great interest and use to a wide range of people-architects, designers, historians, carpenters, movie buffs, tourists, garden designers, and others, whether amateur or professional. Whatever the readers' background, there is little doubt about one thing- they will emerge with an acuter eye and a greater sensitivity to the delights of traditional Japanese architecture. Author Biography KAZUO NISHI (b. 1938) graduated from Waseda University in 1962 and received his doctorate from the Tokyo Institute of Technology in 1967. He is currently professor of engineering at Kanagawa University. Among his publications in Japanese are A Study of Methods of Architectural Estimation in Early Modern Japan, Carpenters in the Edo Period, and Himeji and Edo Castles.KAZUO HOZUMI (b. 1930) graduated in architecture from Tohoku University. A freelance illustrator, he has published numerous books in Japanese, including Illustrations of Cars, Horyuji Temple, The Great Buddha of Nara, and The Town of Edo. Review "A useful, concise compendium of information about Japanese architecture, copiously illustrated with line drawings which augment text descriptions of Japanese structures. Encyclopedic in approach, the book is arranged by chapters that cover broad building types. Within each chapter, particular styles, important works, and notable cities are discussed. Augmenting the text is a listing of sites, a bibliography, and an index. A good book to satisfy the increasing interest in Japanese culture. Recommended for most libraries." —Library Journal Promotional The first one-volume overview of all aspects of Japanese architecture -- from prehistory to the mid-19th century Review Text "A useful, concise compendium of information ... copiously illustrated. Encyclopedic in approach." -- Library Journal "A well structured, clearly illustrated study of Japanese architecture that is accessible to a general readership." -- Los Angeles Times "Provides a valuable contribution to a rather sparse shelf of books on Japan's rich architectural history." -- Chanoyu Quarterly "Unusual among English language books on Japanese architecture." -- Design Book Review Review Quote A useful, concise compendium of information about Japanese architecture, copiously illustrated with line drawings which augment text descriptions of Japanese structures. Encyclopedic in approach, the book is arranged by chapters that cover broad building types. Within each chapter, particular styles, important works, and notable cities are discussed. Augmenting the text is a listing of sites, a bibliography, and an index. A good book to satisfy the increasing interest in Japanese culture. Recommended for most libraries.Library Journal Details ISBN1568364121 Author Kazuo Hozumi Short Title WHAT IS JAPANESE ARCHITECTURE Pages 144 Language English ISBN-10 1568364121 ISBN-13 9781568364124 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 722.12 Translator H. Mack Horton Year 2012 Imprint Kodansha America, Inc Country of Publication United States Replaces 9784770019929 Subtitle A Survey of Traditional Japanese Architecture UK Release Date 2012-05-01 AU Release Date 2012-05-01 NZ Release Date 2012-05-01 US Release Date 2012-05-01 Narrator Matthew Beard Illustrator Atilio Rojo Birth 1927 Affiliation Lecturer, University of Fort Hare Position Professor Qualifications J.D. Publisher Kodansha America, Inc Publication Date 2012-05-01 Illustrations 1 Illustrations, unspecified Audience General We've got thisAt The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it.With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICYNo questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERYNo matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. SECURE PAYMENTPeace of mind by paying through PayPal and eBay Buyer Protection TheNile_Item_ID:137840846; , Festpreisangebot, [LT: FixedPrice], ISBN-13: 9781568364124, Publication Year: 2012, Format: Paperback, Language: English, Book Title: What Is Japanese Architecture?: a Survey of Traditional Japanese Architecture, Item Height: 258mm, Item Width: 185mm, Item Weight: 490g, Number of Pages: 144 Pages, Kodansha America, INC International Concepts<

ISBN: 9781568364124

Traditional Japanese architecture â?? whether Buddhist temples or Shinto shrines, residences, castles, or teahouses â?? has become increasingly familiar around the world. Through the medi… More...

Traditional Japanese architecture â?? whether Buddhist temples or Shinto shrines, residences, castles, or teahouses â?? has become increasingly familiar around the world. Through the media of motion pictures, art books, T. V. documentaries and dramas such as Shogun, as well as through personal experience, more and more people have gained an acquaintance and appreciation of the architecture of premodern Japan. Some may even be able to name or recognize the oldest and the largest wooden structures in existence, which are to be found in Japan at Horyuji and Todaiji respectively. Yet often this knowledge is still rudimentary. Confusion abounds as to what distinguishes Japanese architecture from Chinese or Korean, or even Southeast Asian, not to mention what sets off a Buddhist temple from a Shinto shrine or, say, a residence of the tenth century from one of the eighteenth. Until now, there has been no recourse for those seeking, through a single book, to increase their appreciation of the whole range of traditional Japanese architecture. With the publication of What Is Japanese Architecture?, however, this situation has finally been rectified. Construction, design, carpentry, and the background of Japanese architecture, from prehistory to mid-nineteenth century, are here made available within the covers of a single, compact book. With over 300 drawings that illuminate the essentials of discussion more concretely than words could ever do, and a text that is succinct and always to the point, the book is divided into four parts â?? one each dealing chronologically with religious structures, residences, castles, and places of entertainment. The reader learns not only how each of these fields of architecture has evolved over the centuries and what distinguishes the buildings of one age from those of another, but something of the historical conditions and the people responsible for these changes as well as the role played by carpentry and methods of construction. The establishment and growth of the historic Japanese capitals â?? Nara, Kyoto, Edo â?? is brought sharply into focus, along with the rise and spread of other urban centers. Also highlighted are the mansions of the court nobility; the castles and residences of the samurai aristocracy; the homes of village elders; dwellings of the common people; educational institutions, and places of entertainment such as theaters, red-light districts, teahouses, and country villas. Any book that is as full of information as this, and readily accessible and clearly illustrated at the same time, will be of great interest and use to a wide range of people â?? architects, designers, historians, carpenters, movie buffs, tourists, garden designers, and others, whether amateur or professional. Whatever the readers'' background, there is little doubt about one thing: they will emerge with an acuter eye and a greater sensitivity to the delights of traditional Japanese architecture. | What is Japanese Architecture? by Kazuo Nishi Paperback | Indigo Chapters Books > Art & Photography > Architecture > Buildings P10170, Kazuo Nishi<

ISBN: 9781568364124

What Is Japanese Architecture, Kazuo Nishi, PaperAuthor: Kazuo Nishi. What Is Japanese Architecture, Kazuo Nishi, PaperAuthor:Kazuo Nishi, New, Festpreisangebot, [LT: FixedPrice], Public… More...

What Is Japanese Architecture, Kazuo Nishi, PaperAuthor: Kazuo Nishi. What Is Japanese Architecture, Kazuo Nishi, PaperAuthor:Kazuo Nishi, New, Festpreisangebot, [LT: FixedPrice], Publication Year: 2012, Format: Paperback, Language: English, Book Title: What Is Japanese Architecture?: a Survey of Traditional Japanese Architecture, Item Height: 258mm, Item Width: 185mm, Item Weight: 490g, Number of Pages: 144 Pages, Kodansha America, INC International Concepts<

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