The Japanese Building Process Illustrated English Translation Guide

Product Description

"The Japanese Building Process Illustrated" is an English translation of the acclaimed textbook "Introduction to Illustrated Building Process Illustrated: Understanding Construction," originally published in 2017. This book serves as an insightful guide to Japanese architectural production, showcasing the unique construction management style that has evolved in Japan. Through detailed and persuasive illustrations, the book beautifully captures the essence of postwar Japanese architectural achievements. It aims to communicate the joys and intricacies of Japanese construction technology to a global audience, including aspiring engineers, active professionals, and students both overseas and in Japan.

Monozukuri

The concept of "monozukuri," often translated as "craftsmanship," is a fundamental cultural element in Japan that goes beyond mere words. This book introduces readers to Japanese building construction, emphasizing the creative and vocational aspects of the work. The original Japanese edition has been widely used in educational institutions and on job sites, and the English version is expected to gain even more popularity. The book includes engaging vignettes of engineers and other professionals, offering an inside look at how the Japanese approach their work with creativity and dedication.

Content

The book is structured into several parts, each focusing on different aspects of the building process:

• Part 1: Structure of Building Process
• Part 2: From Work Commencement to Completion
  • Preparation Work
  • Earth Retaining Work
  • Piling Work
  • Earth Work
  • Underground Framework
  • Aboveground Framework
  • Exterior Finishing Work
  • Interior Finishing Work
  • MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) Work
  • External, Landscaping, and Other Works
  • Completion
• Part 3: Maintenance and Renovation Work
• Part 4: Demolition Work
• Appendix: Related Key Words

English Edition Members

The English edition of the book was developed by a team of experts, including KIYA Soichi, HIGUCHI Nariyasu, YOSHITANI Satoshi, ARAKAWA Kenji, HOSOKAWA Yoichi, Corinne Johnson, ASANO Michinori, and TOGAWA Hidetoshi.