Research on the Construction of the Itsukushima Shrine on the Sea

A novel approach to understanding the resilience of Itsukushima Shinto Shrine against wave and storm surge impacts has been uncovered. The study reveals that the corridor's floorboards, traditionally overlooked, play a critical role in mitigating short-period wave energy directed toward the main hall. This finding challenges conventional interpretations by suggesting that the corridor was not merely decorative but functionally designed to screen waves, thereby reducing their destructive potential during adverse sea conditions. Researchers employed a methodical analysis of the shrine's construction, focusing on the floorboards' structural properties and their interaction with wave dynamics. This insight enhances our understanding of traditional architectural engineering in coastal environments, offering valuable lessons for modern heritage conservation and disaster mitigation strategies.

KUROYANAGI, A., AIDA, Y., & MASUDA, K. (2022). RESEARCH ON THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE ITSUKUSHIMA SHRINE ON THE SEA. Journal of Architecture and Planning (Transactions of AIJ), 87(796), 966–974. https://doi.org/10.3130/aija.87.966