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File Size: 4779 KB
Print Length: 268 pages
Publisher: Princeton Architectural Press; 1 edition (March 20, 2012)
Publication Date: March 20, 2012
Sold by: Amazon Digital Services LLC
Language: English
ASIN: B007N1KP7W
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I was very eager to read the creative process about converting a minka into a modern home and the pictures that accompany the restoration. This is published by Princeton Arch Press. This is a book that is more of a memoir of life in Japan and an autobiography of the author and his companion living in the minka in Japan. Nothing wrong with that, if you are expecting to read about the author's time spent in Japan and his autobiography. I was expecting more of a book on minka architecture with emphasis on restoration with full colour pictures rather than having the restoration be in the background of the storytelling. No offense to John Roderick who has passed away, just expected something else.
The book is subtitled "My Farmhouse in Japan" but it's not really a book about a house. I would say that the house is a thread through 40 or 50 years of John Roderick's life, but the book is about several things - moving and reassembling the house, for sure, but also Roderick's career as a journalist, learning about Japanese life and culture, building relationships with Yochan and his family, understanding convoluted Japanese bureaucracy, and other themes too.John Roderick was referred to as a VCW (Veteran China Watcher) and I read this book because I am an Amateur Japan Watcher. I've lived in Japan, visited Gifu and other places Roderick mentioned, and visited houses like his minka (in historic villages - not ones that anybody was actually living in!). What a unique home to create, a modern living space in a traditional Japanese house. Imagine having to design living space in the attic which formerly housed the silk worms!What an adventure Roderick lived in his minka. It's a great story and I recommend it. (I read the Kindle version.)
In July 2012 Spiritual Cinema Circle marketed a short 15 minute film called "Minka." I was glued to this movie, and after watching it a second time, I cried. When I found out that John Roderick had written a book about minkas, I had to have it! The book shed more light on the relationship between John and Yochan. The movie and the book both complement each other. If you read this book and you find it inspiring or interesting, I recommend the DVD as well. I may not ever read the book again, but because it so reverberted with my soul, I doubt if I ever get rid of it. Just seeing this book on my bookshelf gives me comfort. I, like John, am an older Caucasian male, and I also have been in a relationship with an Asian male 16 years my junior. This book and movie have given me much validation to my relationship with my friend. My conclusion is that John and Yochan were not a gay couple, but their deep friendship was based on love of the purest kind.
On 10 March 2015, The New York Times featured the short film, "Minka: A Farmouse in Japan", directed by Davina Pardo. The film was accompanied by a short article by Ms. Pardo in which she explained that her interest in the story came from this book. Having thoroughly enjoyed the film, I ordered the book and read it in a matter of days.What I liked about the book: excellent writing, a fascinating story (that includes some very interesting anecdotes), lots of details about the ancient minka houses of Japan, but most of all it is a story of an intrepid American reporter living in Japan in the post-WWII era who develops a loving friendship with a Japanese family.
I loved this book! Rarely have I read a book that combines the richness of Japanese architecture, history and culture with the personal experiences of an American correspondent who simultaneously adopted a Japanese son and eventually gained a 18th century Japanese farmhouse in the process. It is a lively and fascinating account of John Roderick's life over a 50 year period of living in this country that remains an enigma to most foreigners. This is a refreshing look at a bit of Japanese archecture and family life accompanied by a witty, candid, and entertaining writing style. I strongly recommend it!
The book combines the author's personal story with information about the past uses of this type of house. It also recounts how his close friend (and adopted son) has rebuilt such houses for other uses in other parts of the world. It's nicely written and a touching story. I enjoyed the window it provides into daily life in Japan. Although I hoped for more pictures and larger pictures, I realize that this would have increased the cost. Even with the small photos, I think it'd the book would be useful to others who are interested in domestic architecture.
This is a fine read about the challenges and joys associated with the moving and rebuilding of a minka farm house, worthy of preservation. But the book is about much more: the deepening relationship between an American journalist--a veteran of World War II--and his Japanese friend, amd his friend's family. This delves into the details of traditional architecture, and matters of the heart. A wonderful literary ride.
I stumbled upon this book after watching a VIMEO movie called MINKA. It's an interview with one of the main characters of the book and made me want to know the rest of the story. I wasn't disappointed!
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