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Matsuyama Castle
findingsachi:
A joint used to fit two horizontal lngths of wood in the foundation
findingsachi:
This joint was used at the foundation to extend the length of a horizontal piece of wood
findingsachi:
A more complicated and stronger joint. The wooden pegs keep the part from slipping apart
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Japanese nails were made the same way as swords in the Edo Era (1602-1868). When used with wood, they are less prone to corrode than western nails
findingsachi:
More complicated joinery like a puzzle