On average, the cost to build a home in Japan is $337,000. The price of a home, just like anywhere else, depends on size and location. If you want...

A famous type of wood used in traditional Japanese construction is Japanese cypress, which is called “hinoki.” This wood is selected for its high r...

Timber and clay have been the main building materials in Japanese residential construction for centuries. Timber forms the framework, while clay is...

Japanese homes don’t touch the ground due to the country's high temperatures and humidity. Also, the country’s annual flood rate is high. To safegu...

The Japanese government passed a law in 2001 that restricted how deep a home could be. Residential homes do not have basements, but they are presen...

The Japanese prefer apartments and rooms that face south. Rooms facing toward the south receive the most sunlight and are warmer during the winter...