This book unveils the entirety of the techniques behind Hinoki bark roofing and Kokerabuki (thin wooden shingle roofing), which support the beauty of Japanese architecture. The author, who is the 10th generation to inherit the roof thatching craft, has systematized these traditional techniques.
Hinoki bark roofing and Kokerabuki, as unique Japanese roofing methods, are widely used in shrine and temple architecture, creating the beautiful forms of historical buildings. Currently, there are over 2,000 buildings with Hinoki bark roofing remaining throughout the country, of which 712 are designated as National Treasures or Important Cultural Properties.
In contrast, there are only about 100 Hinoki bark roofers and Kokerabuki roofers nationwide. The number of raw bark suppliers, who gather the materials, is even smaller, at around 20. To preserve these historical architectural masterpieces, the inheritance of traditional techniques and the training of artisans are essential.
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Gakugei Publishing, November 10, 1999, 1st edition, 1st printing, by Takashi Harada
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