住まいの昭和図鑑　昭和レトロ住宅のゆたかな暮らし | Sumai no Showa Zukan: The Rich Life of Retro Showa Housing

Title: 住まいの昭和図鑑　昭和レトロ住宅のゆたかな暮らし
Authors: 小泉和子 編著, 小野吉彦 写真
Pages: 192P
Published At: July, 2025
Description:
Discover Showa-era Retro Homes Still Present Today—As We Approach Showa Year 100 Featuring 23 remarkable examples showcased through beautiful photography that captures everyday living, this book explores homes from Japan's Showa period, an era of dramatic social, economic, and lifestyle transformation. During this time, architects engaged deeply with the concept of "Japanese dwelling design," resulting in a flourishing of humanistic and diverse residential architecture. This volume presents 23 Showa-era retro homes whose spirits have been preserved by their current owners, accompanied by stunning photographs that reveal not only architectural design—spaces, details, and craftsmanship—but also furniture and the lived-in character of these homes. While many featured examples are designated cultural properties, the selection extends far beyond renowned architects' works to include homes of literary giants, modest vernacular dwellings, Dojunkai cooperative housing, apartment complexes, and shared residences. The book includes photographs of rarely accessible homes and pre-renovation documentation, offering invaluable historical records alongside residents' own words, allowing readers to experience the living, breathing atmosphere of Showa-era retro homes. The volume also traces the evolution of Showa housing through detailed explanations of changing facilities—studies, kitchens, and bathrooms—providing authentic insights into Showa-era living that only an author versed in both architecture and social history can offer. As we approach Showa Year 100, reflecting on the homes and lifestyles of that era may offer fresh perspectives on how we live today.

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