Ryukyu Culture Site of the Month
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The Nakamura house is a typical style of a rich farmer's residence of the time. The
basic structural method dates back to the house found in mainland Japan between the
Kamakura and Muromachi periods (1185-1572). The house was originally of thatched
roof and it was not until the time of the 7th generation when it was re roofed using the
Okinawa traditional red tiles. This reflects the rising social standard of the Nakamura
family since rigid regulations at the time restricted commoners is size and appearance.
The premises of the residence measures 1557 square meters and is of a rectangular
shape. Entering the main stone gate the horizontally set huge stone slabs separating the
house from the gate is the Hinpun which is believed to prevent evil spirits from
entering the residence. From atop the roof as if glaring at the visitors, sits the Shi-sa,
which is another type of talisman said to drive away unwelcome spirits from the
residence.
basic structural method dates back to the house found in mainland Japan between the
Kamakura and Muromachi periods (1185-1572). The house was originally of thatched
roof and it was not until the time of the 7th generation when it was re roofed using the
Okinawa traditional red tiles. This reflects the rising social standard of the Nakamura
family since rigid regulations at the time restricted commoners is size and appearance.
The premises of the residence measures 1557 square meters and is of a rectangular
shape. Entering the main stone gate the horizontally set huge stone slabs separating the
house from the gate is the Hinpun which is believed to prevent evil spirits from
entering the residence. From atop the roof as if glaring at the visitors, sits the Shi-sa,
which is another type of talisman said to drive away unwelcome spirits from the
residence.
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