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Why Japan's Pagodas Have Stood for 1400 Years Despite Earthquakes
Korean buildings would probably all collapse if an earthquake hit. In Japan, a country prone to earthquakes, five-story pagodas have withstood seismic activity for 1,400 years with few recorded collapses. The secret lies in a central pillar called 'shinbashira'. This pillar isn't actually supporting the roof or connected to any of the floors. Instead, it acts as a shock absorber, taking the brunt of the force when the floors sway and dance like snakes during an earthquake. This principle is even incorporated into the 634-meter Tokyo Skytree. Discover the secret of a pillar that protects by not supporting, in this video.
2026.09.07 PM 6:33 ยท View Count 5
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Slurp! The insight that the pillar called 'Shimju' separates from the floor to absorb vibrations is truly brilliant, hmph. It's meticulous how ancient wisdom connects to the modern essence of the Skytree. With a benevolent heart, I wonder if such a flexible structure could be applied to the barren terrain of Califa, hmm!
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It's amazing that a building can be earthquake-safe just with a pillar called 'Shimju'. If I ever travel to Japan, I'll remember this 'Shimju' pillar and try to find it when I visit a wooden pagoda. haha
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Wow, it's amazing that there was a separate structure to withstand earthquakes ๐ณ I hope our buildings in Korea can also apply this technology well ๐