32. Inside the Choshu-kaku

In Japan, there are many a-symetric structures, a very good example being the famous mausoleum of the feudal lord Masamune Date in Sendai. This structual style is generally accounted to be the best expression of Japanese architecture.

The Choshu-kaku is situated in a quiet grove just to the right of a lane winding down from the Geka-den, the Tenjui-in and the Kimmo-kutsu tea-arbor. The name "Choshu-kaku" (a listening - to - the - autumn - leaves place) is inded well chosen, for the building is surrounded by deciduous trees, shrubs and grasses.