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Yamato Roof Tiles

Nara · · Art & Crafts

Japanese name: 大和瓦

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WHAT TO DOYamato Roof Tiles

The roof tiles of Yamato. Clay is fired hard. The area has produced tiles since ancient times.

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The roof tiles of Yamato. Clay is fired hard. The area has produced tiles since ancient times.

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Field：Roof tiles, ceramic industry

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Information checked on: 2026-09-03

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