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Project Location
Kansai, Japan
Year of Completion
607
Archived Year
March 2014
Climate
Humid Subtropical
Application
Exterior façade
Material and its Properties
Wood
Other Sources
Other: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/H%C5%8Dry%C5%AB-ji
http://www.timetravelturtle.com/2013/05/horyuji-japan-oldest-wooden-building/
Environmental Response
Wood found in natural environment
Recommended Citation
Prince Shotoku, "Horyuji Temple for Prince Shotoku in Kansai, Japan" (607). Building Case Studies. 124.
https://openscholarship.wustl.edu/bcs/124
Owner
Prince Shotoku