Japan is roughly the size the California, and has about half the population of the United States. If you imagine trying to fit half of all people in the United States into California, you can see that space might become an issue. Because of this, Japanese homes are often built smaller.
"Tatami" in Japanese, is a japanese style flooring that is often used in Japanese homes and "dojo" (training hall). I am in karate so this is why I know some words in Japanese, plus I am taking lessons in the Japanese language.
Japanese and American homes differ in many ways. They are also the same in a few as well. One of the main differences is everything is just generally smaller.Being that the Japanese are a very small people, give or take a percentage here and there, they don't need the gigantic house like Americans do.Another difference is, in highly populated areas of Japan, such as Tokyo, or Nagoya, you'd be hard pressed to find a house at all, so don't hold your breath.The reason being is because of Apartments. The entire city of Tokyo is practically made of apartments. Houses usually exist in rural areas and other parts of Japan such as Osaka, Okinawa, and Okayama.Now, considering floor plans, Japanese floor plans for apartments are VERY different from American homes, speciallyif you get an apartment. Most just come with a sink and a 1 or 2 burner stove that plugs in. A lot of them don't even come with a fridge let alone counter space, other then for drying dishes.Though Japanese homes tend to be the same as american homes, with fridges and stoves.Houses in Japan may seem pretty expensive to an American reading the cost in Japanese yen or (¥) because it tends to be in the 10,000's which is equal to only a couple hundred $'s here.You can find a nice looking house for purchase in Japan for about ¥9,000,000.Which is about $113,000. Pretty good price for a house, if you ask me.
In Japanese, "Kobato" (こばと) translates to "small wings" or "dove".
"Arigatou gozaimasu" is the phrase for "thank you so much" in Japanese.
Japanese people use tatami mats as flooring in traditional rooms such as tea rooms and bedrooms. Tatami mats are also used for sitting and sleeping, as they provide a comfortable and natural surface. Additionally, tatami mats play a role in traditional Japanese customs and ceremonies.
In the floors of their homes
In the floors of their homes
Yes, Japanese homes with fusuma (sliding doors) can be locked, though the locking mechanisms may vary. Many traditional homes use simple wooden locks or sliding bolts on the fusuma for security. Additionally, some modern homes may incorporate more advanced locking systems. However, it’s important to note that traditional Japanese homes often prioritize open spaces and fluidity, so security measures might be less prominent compared to Western-style homes.
in small wooden homes
yes, most of them.
They have squat toliets. And shoes are not allowed inside the house.
"Tatami" in Japanese, is a japanese style flooring that is often used in Japanese homes and "dojo" (training hall). I am in karate so this is why I know some words in Japanese, plus I am taking lessons in the Japanese language.
Japanese Americans had to be forced out from their homes, cities and businesses and sent to relocation camps.
yes they were very small
You can find information on small homes at websites such as Zillow, Realtor, and Small Town Homes. You can also find a list of reasons why you should purchase a small house on the real estate section of the MSN website.
Small manufacturing can be done in homes and small shops. When a business does this they are usually in the start up phase.
In Japanese usually the word 庭 /ni wa/ (garden, yard) is used for 'yard' but it generally means 'garden'. Due to the specific building way of Japanese homes and that usually there is a small garden in their houses these two meanings have merged.ヤード /yaa do/ as borrowed word from English is also another word in Japanese for the word 'yard' in its different meanings.