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Japanese Architecture
Japanese Architecture adds Shoji and Garasu walls, corner and extension variants, and full-block Tatami mat floors to bring elegant, traditional Japanese design to your builds. Link to the Official Thread in the Official VS Discord: Japanese Architecture If t
Quick answer
Which Japanese Architecture release matches 1.20.10?
Japanese Architecture 0.9.4 targets 1.20.10, 1.20.11, 1.20.12. It must be installed on the client. Installation on the dedicated server is optional. No extra mods listed for this file.
Where it goes
Is Japanese Architecture required on the client, server, or both?
It must be installed on the client. Installation on the dedicated server is optional.
This release supports both sides, but the source does not require it on the server.
What else does Japanese Architecture 0.9.4 need?
0.9.4 on 1.20.10. Every mod below is checked against that same setup.
This file does not list any required mods. Do not add a library just because a different file uses it.
This file does not list any required or optional mods.
Before you install it
Add Japanese Architecture without breaking your instance.
Built for Japanese Architecture 0.9.4 on 1.20.10. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use 0.9.4. It targets 1.20.10, 1.20.11, 1.20.12; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.
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Bring the mods it needs
This file does not list any required mods. Do not add a library just because a different file uses it.
- 03
Put it on the correct side
It must be installed on the client. Installation on the dedicated server is optional.
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Pick the file you checked
Use the “Get this file” button beside 0.9.4. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does Japanese Architecture add?
Japanese Architecture adds Shoji and Garasu walls, corner and extension variants, and full-block Tatami mat floors to bring elegant, traditional Japanese design to your builds.
Link to the Official Thread in the Official VS Discord: Japanese Architecture
If the link above isn't working, make sure you're in the Official Vintage Story Discord first: Official Vintage Story Discord



(Please ignore unfinished parts of the page, I'm redoing large sections to make it easier to navigate)
Garasu Walls

Variants: Maple, Pine, Arcacia, Walnut, Purpleheart, Ebony
Shōji Walls
Variants: Maple, Pine, Arcacia, Walnut, Purpleheart, Ebony
Shōji Corner Walls
Variants: Maple, Pine, Arcacia, Walnut, Purpleheart, Ebony
Wall Extensions & Corner Pillars
Variants: Corner Extension, Extension, Half Corner Pillar, Corner Pillar
Shōji Doors
Variants: Maple, Pine, Arcacia, Walnut, Purpleheart, Ebony
Current Workings:
- Byōbu - Painted paper wall divider
- Zabuton - Floor Cushions (in as of 0.8.5)
- Tansu - Storage Chest variant (in as of 0.8.8)
- Mizuya - Kitchen Storage Chest variant
Future Plans:
- Shōji sliding-door - Sliding door variant of the Shoji walls (In as of 0.8.4)
- Garasu door - Sliding door variant of the Garasu walls
- Japanese inspired furniture and storage
End of the day, if you have suggestions not on this list or even suggestions of how I can pull off the above, lemme hear em. I'm making this more than just for myself, I'm making it for anyone who wants this in their world.
Keep the ideas flowing guys and we can make this the best mod it can be!
Mods that go amazing with mine:
More Lanterns by xXx_Ape_xXx
Wind Chimes by xXx_Ape_xXx
Paddy Fields by MiraLeaps
Please do not feel obligated to do so, but if you have the means I'd happily accept any donations you'd be willing to provide.

Project description from Vintage Story Mod DB.
Pick your setup
Japanese Architecture releases for each Vintage Story version.
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
1.22.2
1 loader build1.22.1
1 loader build1.22.0
1 loader build1.21.6
1 loader build1.21.5
1 loader build1.21.4
1 loader build1.21.3
1 loader build1.21.2
1 loader build1.21.1
1 loader build1.21.0
1 loader build1.20.12
1 loader buildShowing the newest 12 of 14 game versions. Older files are in the list below.
Check the dependencies, then try the file in a copied instance before changing a world you care about.
Recent files
Japanese Architecture versions and loaders
0.9.4
JapaneseArchitecture-0.9.4.zip
7 Jul 2025
0.9.3
JapaneseArchitecture-0.9.3.zip
17 Jun 2025
0.9.2
JapaneseArchitecture-0.9.2.zip
9 Jun 2025
0.9.1
JapaneseArchitecture-0.9.1.zip
7 Jun 2025
0.9.0
JapaneseArchitecture-0.9.0.zip
31 May 2025
0.8.9
JapaneseArchitecture-0.8.9.zip
30 May 2025
0.8.8
JapaneseArchitecture-0.8.8.zip
30 May 2025
0.8.7
JapaneseArchitecture-0.8.7.zip
21 May 2025
0.8.6
JapaneseArchitecture-0.8.6.zip
21 May 2025
0.8.5
JapaneseArchitecture-0.8.5.zip
18 May 2025
0.8.4
JapaneseArchitecture-0.8.4.zip
14 May 2025
0.8.3
JapaneseArchitecture-0.8.3.zip
10 May 2025
Looking for an older file? The official Vintage Story Mod DB project page is in Resources.