Rebuilding an Old Japanese House(1981)
59 min · Documentary · Directed by Richard Leacock, Rachel Strickland
Released
Five Japanese carpenters came to Boston that summer to reconstruct a Kyoto silkweaver's 150 year old townhouse that had been packed in crates and shipped to Boston Children's Museum. This first-hand observation of traditional tools and woodworking techniques chronicles the assembly process. In the progress of construction the contractor performed three Shinto housebuilding ceremonies.
Where to watch
Not available to stream, rent, or buy in the US yet.
US release dates
- Limited theatrical
- December 1, 1981
