An Introduction of Traditional Japanese Mathematical Manuscript, Chinsai Junanako, 1687

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  • 和算書『枕砕十七綱』に現れる測量術の技法について

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This paper introduces a traditional Japanese mathematical manuscript, Chinsai Junanako, 1687. This monograph is a collection of 48 problems as to various geometrical figures. The most notable article among them is the description of land survey utilizing the cross-staff. The author points out the establishment of this European instrument in Japan found during the 17th century.

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