-Virtual tour of the exterior of the Former Iwamoto Family Residence-

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The former Iwamoto family residence is located in Kuroiwa, Murou Village (now Uda City) in Uda District, in the eastern mountains of Nara Prefecture. In addition to agriculture and forestry, Murou Village was also a region thriving in silk farming. The former Iwamoto family residence had a stable where cows used for plowing were kept, and silk farming was conducted in the large attic.

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The former Iwamoto family residence was built around the early 19th century (late Edo period), and it continued to be used until the late Showa period. The building is constructed with a thatched hip-and-gable roof. In the attic, beams are placed about every 91cm, which is covered with take-sunoko (duckboards made of closely laid bamboo) and woven rush mats, creating a floor accessible for people. Additionally, due to the steep slope of the roof, the ceiling in the attic is high, creating a very spacious and open area.

Corner rafters attached to the main house

Take-sunoko (duckboards made of closely laid bamboo) on the ceiling

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The thatch used on the roof must be replaced every ten years, as leaks occur if it is damaged. The old thatch after replacement was reused, such as by spreading it in fields, as a nationwide example. Laying old thatch on fields is said to have benefits such as winter moisture retention and insulation, prevention of soil erosion, and acting as fertilizer.

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The former Iwamoto family residence was built around the early 19th century (late Edo period). After its construction, various modifications were made, such as the addition of a bathroom, storage, and the expansion of the lavatories, and it continued to be used until the late Showa period. When the residence was relocated and restored to the Yamato Folk Park, efforts were made to remove later modifications, aiming to recreate the original appearance of the building as much as possible, allowing visitors to learn about the lifestyle of the past.