A tokonoma (床の間), [1] or simply toko (床), [2][3] is a recessed space in a Japanese-style reception room, in which items for artistic appreciation are displayed. In English, a tokonoma could be called an alcove.

2022年5月6日 · A tokonoma is a decoration space in a Japanese tatami room. It is located at the far end of the room, opposite to the entrance, and it's the place where a Japanese scroll displaying a painting or calligraphy, seasonal flowers, and/or other ornaments are displayed.

2012年12月28日 · Quite simply, the tokonoma is a raised alcove providing a very special space, in which important items are displayed - such as ikebana, bonsai, a favoured piece of pottery, or an artistic or calligraphic scroll.

2024年10月15日 · A tokonoma is a unique architectural feature found in traditional Japanese homes, often described as a small, recessed alcove. But its role goes beyond simple decoration. Understanding what is a tokonoma requires exploring its …

Tokonoma, alcove in a Japanese room, used for the display of paintings, pottery, flower arrangements, and other forms of art. Household accessories are removed when not in use so that the tokonoma found in almost every Japanese house, is the focal point of the interior.

Tokonoma is the Japanese traditional house's alcove. Tokonoma is the place for serenity and peace. Find out more, as well as the do's and dont's!

2017年8月25日 · Tokonoma is the Japanese alcove that we can see in the reception rooms of traditional Japanese houses. It’s a focal point for the interior as it provides a sense of hospitality for the guests. Let’s look at its history to see how they have been developed.

2023年7月22日 · The tokonoma is a distinctive feature found in Japanese architecture, particularly in formal guest rooms. It is a designated space that holds great cultural and historical significance, serving as a focal point for the display of art and decorative items.

2022年9月21日 · Tokonoma, a Japanese-style alcove, is a space where you can display art objects in a Japanese-style guest room. It is also called “Toko.” The surrounding area is beautifully designed, and since the Kamakura period (1185-1333), it has developed as a place to display hanging scrolls and flower arrangements.

2023年8月8日 · The tokonoma, often called an alcove, is a distinctive feature in traditional Japanese homes, especially in tea rooms or living rooms. It’s a space that displays decorative items such as vases, hanging scrolls, and incense burners.