The belfry at Tōdai-ji
The Bell Tower (The Shoro) of a Buddhist Temple, Todai-ji. Nara, Japan.
The Bell Tower was built in Zen style, which was originally called karayō (Chinese style). Its characteristics are earthen floors, subtly curved pent roofs (mokoshi) and pronouncedly curved main roofs, cusped windows (katōmado) and paneled doors. Examples of this style include the belfry at Tōdai-ji.
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The belfry at Tōdai-ji
The Bell Tower (The Shoro) of a Buddhist Temple, Todai-ji. Nara, Japan.
The Bell Tower was built in Zen style, which was originally called karayō (Chinese style). Its characteristics are earthen floors, subtly curved pent roofs (mokoshi) and pronouncedly curved main roofs, cusped windows (katōmado) and paneled doors. Examples of this style include the belfry at Tōdai-ji.
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Uploaded on April 14, 2025