Horyuji Temple

The strength and durability of the Horyuji temple in Nara, which has survived through countless earthquakes, blizzards, and typhoons since the fifth century A.D., are the fruit of artisans traditions. Those master artisans left behind some tradional sayings which are worthwhile to ponder. 

Takakage, S. (1952). Repair of the burnt walls of golden hall of Horyuji temple. Kobmkazai no kagaku(4), 1-7. 

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