A Brief History Of Rain Chains

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Rain Chains are relatively new to the United States and the western world in general. But in Japan they have been in use for hundreds of years. Called “kusari doi” in Japanese, rain chains have traditionally been used as a decorative downspout on both temples and domestic residences in Japan. They were both aesthetically pleasing and functional, as they guided rain water run-off from the roof. Rain chains first gained wide attention in the 1998 Winter Olympics in Nagano. Since then, rain chains have steadily grown in popularity in the west, most notably in the United States. Appreciated for their functional and aesthetic value, they have gained popularity among homeowners, landscapers, garden enthusiasts, and designers. Rain Chains Direct has been in business since 2004 and has been a leader in high-quality, affordable rain chains. We have been featured on the Discovery Channel as well as a number of large publications and magazines. As rain chains continue to grow in popularity, Rain Chains Direct will be at the forefront of obtaining the best-looking and highest value rain chains available.

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A Brief History Of Rain Chains 2009-10-01T10:45:06-07:00 Rain Chains are relatively new to the United States and the western world in general. But in Japan they have been in use for hundreds of years. Called "kusari doi" in Japanese, rain chains have traditionally been used as a decorative downspout on both temples and domestic residences in Japan. They were both aesthetically pleasing and functional, as they guided rain water run-off from the roof. Rain chains first gained wide attention in the 1998 Winter Olympics in Nagano. Since then, rain chains have steadily grown in popularity in the west, most notably in the United States. Appreciated for their functional and aesthetic value, they have gained popularity among homeowners, landscapers, garden enthusiasts, and designers. Rain Chains Direct has been in business since 2004 and has been a leader in high-quality, affordable rain chains. We have been featured on the Discovery Channel as well as a number of large publications and magazines. As rain chains continue to grow in popularity, Rain Chains Direct will be at the forefront of obtaining the best-looking and highest value rain chains available.