Ainu Chise

Japanese indigenous dwellings.

Overview

Ainu Chise, using wood and thatch, are traditional Ainu homes in Hokkaido, Japan, pre-modern era.

Core Characteristics

• Wooden frames, thatched roofs.
• Open hearths.
• Vernacular design.

Architectural Connections

• Vernacular: Indigenous focus.
• Residential: Houses.
• Indigenous Architecture: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Preserves Ainu cultural heritage.

Related Concepts & Techniques

Wood Construction (technique), Community Design (theory), Roof (element), Vernacular (movement)