Japanese Architecture

—Japanese architecture (日本建築 Nihon kenchiku) has a long history as any other aspect of Japanese culture. Originally heavily influenced by Chinese architecture from the Tang Dynasty, as well as by Korea of the same period (which reflected Chinese Buddhist style architecture), it has also developed many unique differences and aspects indigenous to Japan as a result of dynamic changes throughout its long history. 

A house with an old-style thatched roof near Mount Mitake, Tokyo.

Asuka Period.

the term was first used to describe a period in the history of Japanese fine-arts and architecture. It was influenced by the introduction of Buddhism from China via Korean Peninsula

The Main Worship Hall 

-usually found at the center of the temple grounds

-Inside are images of the Buddha, other Buddhist images, an altar or altars with various objects and space for monks and worshipers.