Automatic giant sprinkler system protects thatched Japanese village
From Superinnovators 23/01/24 Kayabuki no Sato, an ancient village in Kyoto Prefecture, Japan features a network of 62 automatic water hoses to prevent fire damage. Its 50 houses were originally built between 220 years ago (Edo period) and 150 years ago (Meiji period) and 39 have thatched roofs. The system was installed following the village’s […]