Muza-chan's Gate to Japan

Inside the traditional Japanese house, Ranma

Sat, November 30, 2013, by Muza-chan
In the traditional Japanese house the rooms are intentionally not airtight, to allow free air circulation. Sometimes, to further increase the air flow, horizontal openings similar to an opened transom are created above the sliding doors.

Called ranma, these interior architectural elements can be simple dividers or lattice works, but inside the wealthy houses (like the one in the photo), the ranma is decorated with beautiful wooden carvings.

Farmhouse, Boso no Mura Open Air Museum, Chiba
EXIF info:

Nikon D90
Lens: 8-16mm F/4.5-5.6G
Focal Length: 16mm
Aperture: F/5.6
Shutter Speed: 1/250s
ISO Sensitivity: ISO 640


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