Alas, I’ve never been to Japan, although our younger daughter has and highly recommends it. These shoji doors are found, complete with accompanying house, in the Philadelphia Museum of Art. The house provides an island of simplicity in a museum filled with lovely, but often ornate things, and a sense of palpable peace. We were fortunate to visit when there weren’t many people, so I was able to stand quietly for a few moments and imagine that my house were this empty and restful. Although our house is often restful, it will never be this empty while I continue to own books or use the library. 🙂
However, you may enjoy this moment of virtual peace and transport yourself for a few brief moments to Japan. Tempura, sushi, donburi, and green tea will be served shortly. Konnichiwa. こんにちは.
More doors may be found on Norm’s site. So much fun!
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very peaceful 🙂
I thought so, too, Andy, and in the middle of a busy museum, it was special.
janet
Delicate and quiet looking. Nice choice.
Thanks, Dan.
janet
I love the simplicity and sense of peace that you get from the design.
I agree, Charlie. It really conveys a sense of peace and calmness.
janet
Thanks for sharing – peaceful for sure! I have never been to Japan either, and though I would love to see the architecture and landscape there I’m not sure I could survive the food 🙂
I’d be fine with much of the food, although I don’t do sushi, at least the raw kind. Much of it is very tasty, though.
janet
One thing I would definitely change about myself if I could are my picky eating habits 🙂
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Right in the museum? That’s not something you see every day.
A nice peaceful choice 🙂
I was astonished to find it there, but at least it was a good surprise. 🙂
janet
I wonder if they have tea ceremonies!
Jan, I have no idea. But that would be cool, wouldn’t it?
janet
These types of doors are lovely, but as I found out they’re not much good for keeping the cold of a hallway out of your room in December.
Beautiful photo. 🙂 Thank you for taking me back.
I’m sure they’re not good at keeping out the cold, Linda! Glad I could take you back, though. Just pretend it was on a beautiful summer day. 🙂
janet
I shall do that. 🙂
Lovely Janet
Thanks, Raewyn.
Th Japanese doors are very functional, in contrast with some of the artistic things they display!
True, but I think they’re beautiful in their simplicity.
janet
Nice doors, Japanse doors. Love them 😉
Thanks so much, Geert. I’ve been at work all day, so I haven’t seen anyone’s doors except Norm’s. Can’t wait to see what’s on offer this week!
janet
Tranquil and beautiful composition with the leaves framing the tea house.
Thanks. So pleased you like the photo.
janet
As you know, a place close to my heart!
I do know, Leanne. 🙂
janet
Now this post brings a whole new element. Love it. 🙂
Great, Judy. I’m glad. 🙂 Hope you had a great Thursday.
janet
I always thought the shoji doors were so beautiful as they would let so much light in. Impractical in cold weather tho.
I’d like the light, but the cold, not so much.
janet
It look so serene!
The Japanese have a gift for serenity in their homes, I think.
janet
A wonderful lesson in beauty and simplicity Janet! I always find the oriental cultures so fascinating for their different take on so many things, even the fact of doors that slide instead of hinge!
It IS interesting, isn’t it, Jane?
janet
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