UNESCO to list Japan architectural techniques as intangible heritage

A UNESCO advisory panel has recommended that traditional Japanese architectural craftsmanship used in timber-framed structures be registered on the Intangible Cultural Heritage list, the Japanese government said Tuesday.Based on the recommendation, the U.N. Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization's Intergovernmental Committee is expected to list the centuries-old skills during an online meeting slated for Dec. 14 to 19.The recommendation covers techniques in 17 areas essential for repairing and restoring shrines, temples and old houses in Japan, which are traditionally made of woo…READ FULL ARTICLE