Okinawa: Architecture of History and Tradition -
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Okinawa, Japan's southernmost prefecture, has developed a distinct Okinawa, Japan's southernmost prefecture, has developed a distinct architecture all its own, reflecting its subtropical setting and architecture all its own, reflecting its subtropical setting and often harsh climate, as well as historical influences from mainland often harsh climate, as well as historical influences from mainland Japan and other countries, such as China and the United States. On Japan and other countries, such as China and the United States. On this episode of Journeys in Japan, American architect James Lambiasi this episode of Journeys in Japan, American architect James Lambiasi visits some of Okinawa's most notable buildings. He meets the local visits some of Okinawa's most notable buildings. He meets the local people and discovers the complex history that underlies its enduring people and discovers the complex history that underlies its enduring culture. culture.

Episode Duration: 28 minutes and 3 seconds

Episode Number: 601

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In JOURNEYS IN JAPAN, English-speaking visitors travel the length of In JOURNEYS IN JAPAN, English-speaking visitors travel the length of Japan exploring the culture, meeting local people, visiting historic Japan exploring the culture, meeting local people, visiting historic sites, and offering travel hints rarely found in guidebooks.

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