Vernacular architecture refers to architecture that responds to the local climate, site, life and culture of the people. The purpose of this course is to consider the relationship between architecture (and the city as an aggregate of architecture) and the environment through examples of vernacular architecture. Students will learn that there are architectures in the world that are quite different from those in Japan through examples of vernacular architecture. Students will have a broad view of the characteristics of Japanese architecture and the similarities between Japanese and foreign architecture. The aim is to broaden our perspective on architecture and cities. The students are expected to broaden their perspective on architecture and cities.