Tateana-shiki dwelling is built by first digging a depression in a round or quadrilateral shape, then creating a framework in the depression by installing a number of columns, followed by connecting the framework with balks and beams, and lastly thatching its roof with dirt and reed or other plants.
竪穴式住居（たてあなしきじゅうきょ,英語：）とは、地面を円形や方形に掘り窪め、その中に複数の柱を建て、梁や垂木をつなぎあわせて家の骨組みを作り、その上から土、葦などの植物で屋根を葺いた建物のことをいう。