Traditional Japanese house, wood, straw and paper craftsmanship

The traditional Japanese home was made only from natural raw materials, without iron nails or glass windows. Probably the best known traditional element is Shoji, a screen and room divider which is also used as sliding door or window, made of wooden frames covered with semi-opaque washi (Japanese traditional paper).

Another element is Fusuma, a sliding panel which is also made of wood covered by opaque paper and textile materials. The floor is covered by tatami straw mats. Such a house is very pleasant to live in, being at the same time resilient and light, with good earthquake resistance.