From wooden temples to steel skyscrapers, explore Japanese architecture.

Japanese architecture is defined by a deep connection to nature and resilience to natural disasters.

Traditional Features

• Wood: The primary material, chosen for its flexibility during earthquakes.
• Shoji & Fusuma: Sliding paper screens and doors that allow flexible use of space.
• Tatami: Straw mats used for flooring. Room sizes are measured in the number of mats (Jo).
• Engawa: A wooden veranda that connects the inside of the house with the garden.

👉 Example: Shofuso Japanese House and Garden

👉 Example: Shofuso Japanese House and Garden

Modern Architecture

Today, Japanese architects like Tadao Ando and Kengo Kuma are world-renowned for blending these traditional sensibilities—minimalism, light, and materials—with modern concrete and steel designs.