The roof of a Japanese shrine was reconstructed for the first time in 40 years.
This work is a documentary about one year of traditional Japanese architecture.
The roof is called Hiwadabuki, a technique that is registered as a UNESCO World Intangible Cultural Heritage.
The Hiwadabuki is made from layers of thin tree bark. It is the beauty of Japan.
The peeled trees will grow back in 10 years. The forest will not be destroyed.
Scraps of tree bark are also used, so there is no waste.
Construction is done by hand using ancient techniques.
This has been done unchanged in Japan for over 1000 years.
This work is not simply a documentary about traditional architectural techniques.
This is a movie that gives you an insight into the Japanese mind and thoughts.
This is a movie that shows that Japanese people still have the same idea of valuing everything as they have in the past.