Katsura
Naitō, Akira
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Katsura
Published
1977
Publisher
Kodansha International
Pages
182
ISBN-10
0870112716
Description
Professor Akiro Naito draws the historical development of Katsura and describes how the then aesthetic standards lead to the realization of such an elegant residence. Beautiful color photographs illustrate both the architecture and garden. Comprehensive presentation of the Katsura Imperial Villa, a villa with accompanying gardens and outbuildings in the Western suburbs of Kyoto, Japan. It is one of the most important, large-scale cultural treasures of Japan. The gardens are considered masterpieces of Japanese gardening and the buildings are considered one of the major successes of Japanese architecture. The palace consists of a shoin ("salon"), tea houses and a walking garden.
Subjects
Imperial villas of Kyoto
The Kyoto Imperial Palace and Imperial Villas
Kyōto no rikyū
Kyoto country retreats
Kyōto no gosho to rikyū
The Kyoto Imperial Palace and Imperial villas
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Katsura?
This edition of Katsura has approximately 182 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Katsura?
For most readers, Katsura typically takes between 3h 48m and 2h 32m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 45,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 2m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 7 days • Estimated word count: 45,500 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Katsura?
The estimated word count for Katsura is approximately 45,500 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Katsura?
Katsura was written by Naitō, Akira.
When was Katsura published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1977. The original work may have been published on a different date.