Katsura Imperial Villa in Kyoto through the European perceptions in the beginning of the XXI century
The article is devoted to the suburban Katsura Imperial Villa in the vicinity of Kyoto built in 1620-1662, namely, to its construction process, the style, the interrelation with the garden and its stylistic, architectural and artistic solution. On can trace the influence of this palace and park complex, which is the most vivid embodiment of the shoin style, on the modern architecture of Japan, Europe and USA.