Traditional Architecture of Okinawa: The Chief’s House
The Chief’s House: a key role in village administration The Jitūdē, sometimes translated as “lord of the manor” or “local chief,” was the municipal authority of a village in Okinawa between the 17th and 19th centuries. His role went far beyond that of a simple representative. He managed the distribution of agricultural land, supervised the […]
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