Publisher/国際文化振興会

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This book is a collection of works "Architectural Beauty in Japan" published by the International Culture Promotion Association, which was responsible for the PR function of introducing Japanese culture overseas in the mid-1950s. As the title suggests, the content focuses on "architectural beauty", starting with the Nintoku Emperor's Tomb, Ise Jingu, Shosoin, Kyoto Imperial Palace, Gakushima Shrine, Kinkakuji, Ginkakuji, Byodoin Phoenix Hall, Katsura Imperial Villa, Himeji Castle, The "aesthetics of subtraction" that is typical of Japan, such as Ryoanji Temple and Daisen-in Temple, are well organized, including the architectural beauty integrated with the land and landscape, the beauty of the form, and the handicrafts of the details. Of course, Ise Jingu is photographed by Yoshio Watanabe, and Katsura Imperial Villa is credited by Yasuhiro Ishimoto (By the way, Ishimoto's collection of works "Katsura" is in 1960). In addition, the names of Osamu Murai, a leading figure in architectural photography, and Katsutoshi Funayama, who was originally from Asahi Shimbun and was called Asahi's three crows, are also listed. The text is in English. Missing slip case.