onigawara tiles

Literally translated as "orge tile", onigawara tile ornaments depict a fearsome beast, which functions to ward off evil and to mystically protect the house.

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The surface of the wall is, crossed with stout and pliant bamboo stalks, to which plaster is later applied. This construction method keeps the wood dry by letting living wood breathe despite heavy rain and high humidity.

The entire residence 

The entire residence features traditional Japanese wooden structure, elevated slightly off the ground except for the porch, the kitchen, and the part of the bathroom.The interior sections include a porch, a guest room, a corridor leading to the living room, a master bedroom, a secondary bedroom, a study, maid's quarter, tearoom, kitchen, bathroom, restroom, and a storehouse. Even though the house is no longer in use, no rotten or deserted atmosphere exists.