Morse, Edward Sylvester, 1838-1925 · New York : Harper · leaf 202
here given(fig. 139) showing the appearance of a structure of this kind,which is lightly attached to the sides of the kura. This apart- KURA. 163 ment was used as a store-room, and in the sketch is shown awooden case, lanterns, and buckets, and such objects as mightaccumulate in a shed or… … Fig. 140. — Doorway of an old Kura in Kioto. tect the door — which, like the walls of the kura, is composed ofmud and plaster supported by a stout frame — from being scarredand battered; and at the same time it is so arranged that incase of fire it can be instantly removed and the door closed.The…
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