Japanese Culture - Report 1 “Farmhouse of the Tenmyo Family”

Tety Maryenti

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“Farmhouse of the Tenmyo Family”

The Edo-Tokyo Open-Air Architectural Museum is a great place to see in Tokyo. There are so many buildings which have historical value and exhibit the real-sense of life was during the earlier times. However, one of the most favorite building for me was Farmhouse of Tenmyo Family. When entering the entrance gate of this building, I was fascinated by the sound of squeaking floor when I stepped on the floor. The building was old, but it looked very sturdy. I was also surprised when entering the room, because the room was filled with smoke. The smoke had a characteristic odor, which did not hurt the eyes, but I was thinking, whether residents will be healthy or not if everyday inhaling the smell of smoke. I think it is not good for their health, because it can interfere their respiratory tract.

Another interesting thing that concerns me a lot was a fish hook which is believed as a protector from fire hazard because the fish is creature living in the water.Then I walked to the window where I could see the sun shining on the edge of the house. The house had a beautiful garden and  had neatly stacked stone path.  I felt really cozy and comfortable because of  the warm of sun shining, nice weather and beautiful green foliage which were able to refresh my mind and making me wanted to stay longer.      

For the living room of this house, there was a fairly large round table which were surrounded by cushions made from straw. It was tremendously beautiful. Then, I climbed the stairs to see the second floor. There was unique air vent which dragon carved so accurately.  I was wondering how skilfully they were in ancient time since they could make very interesting art during the period, and the last thing that concerns me was tatami which had simple motive. It made  the house looked comfortable, warm and elegant which could make the occupants comfortable to live.

In brief, I was so amazed by the beauty of Japanese houses in that era. There were so many houses which constructed beautifully and accurately. Those really symbolize how nice Japanese appreciate the power of art and how good they manage it through the time. And now I can understand the feeling insight. 

Taken at Edo Tatemono En hehehhe