Minka

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Scope note
Refers to a style of Japanese domestic structure intended for farmers, fishermen, and low ranking samurai, dating from the Edo period (1600-1868). Common features of minka include a cooking area with an earthen floor and raised areas with mat flooring for sleeping or other social activities.
Minka
Accepted term: 13-May-2024