Build Your First Traditional Japanese House

Gather Japanese Building Blocks

Collect the mod's custom wooden blocks, clay tiles, and decorative elements. Look for sakura wood, bamboo variants, and traditional roof tiles in your inventory or by harvesting from the new biomes. The mod replaces standard wood with Japanese timber types, so focus on these for authentic construction.

Plan Your Layout

Traditional Japanese houses feature:

• Raised wooden foundations to protect from moisture
• Sliding door frames (shoji-style openings)
• Overhanging eaves for weather protection
• Open interior spaces with minimal walls
• Engawa (wooden verandas) connecting inside to outside

Construction Tips

Start with a rectangular base using wooden pillars at corners. Build upward with timber frames, leaving space for large openings. Use the mod's decorative blocks for railings and trim. Layer roof tiles at a steep angle—this is essential for the traditional look. Add custom doors and window frames from the mod's palette.

Leave interior spaces open and use the mod's tatami or wooden floor blocks. Add small details like lanterns and garden elements around the perimeter to complete the aesthetic.