Japan and the West by Neil Jackson

Japan and the West by Neil Jackson – This book examines the cultural and architectural exchange between Japan and Western countries, tracing how ideas, aesthetics, and construction methods have influenced one another over time. It explores the reception of Japanese architecture in the West and the reinterpretation of Western design principles in Japan. The text highlights key moments of cross-cultural dialogue in architecture, art, and urbanism. It provides a historical and critical framework for understanding East–West architectural relationships.