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Japanese Thatching Gallery
When I trained in the UK in 1997, my master Chris told me:
“Thatching is one of the oldest skills shared by humanity.”
Japanese thatching varies greatly by region and shows a rich diversity of techniques and styles.
The traditional use of grass reveals a quiet but powerful sense of creativity.
Here is a small selection of thatched roofs from Japan.
Please enjoy the gallery.
My Thatching Works
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Thatched Landscapes of Japan
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The Years That Shaped Me
-Hans,Work,and the People Who Guided Me
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Passing the Craft On
Working with the next generation, one roof at a time.
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Thanks to my parents, who gave me strength in life.
I wore a "tenugui "on my head from the time I was a baby.
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