I just picked up a used copy of this book, and it looks quite
interesting. There is a long section on tokonomas, with a number of
illustrations including one with a suiseki in a tokonoma. There is also
a section on gardens including a brief description of bonsai with the
usual twist of curiosity mixed with puzzlement. All in all it looks
like an interesting picture of Japanese domestic culture at the turn of
the century.

Craig Cowing
NY
Zone 5b/6a Sunset 37

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Craig,

Is traditional Japanese architecture discussed?

David J. Bockman, Fairfax, VA (USDA Hardiness Zone 7)
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I just picked up a used copy of this book, and it looks quite
interesting. There is a long section on tokonomas, with a number of
illustrations including one with a suiseki in a tokonoma. There is also
a section on gardens including a brief description of bonsai with the
usual twist of curiosity mixed with puzzlement. All in all it looks
like an interesting picture of Japanese domestic culture at the turn of
the century.

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"David J. Bockman" wrote:

Craig,

Is traditional Japanese architecture discussed?

David J. Bockman, Fairfax, VA (USDA Hardiness Zone 7)
Bunabayashi Bonsai On The World Wide Web: http://www.bunabayashi.com
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Yes, in great detail, including building methods, designs for framework of houses,
layout plans of homes, details of doors, windows, fencing, etc. but only
homes--not temples or public buildings. It was originally published in 1887.

Craig Cowing
NY
zone 5b/6a Sunset 37

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