noun
lattice work; lattice
Refers to a lattice structure, often in traditional Japanese architecture, where the pattern resembles a fox's face or is associated with foxes.
古い町家の狐格子が美しい。
The lattice work on the old townhouse is beautiful.
格子 is the general term for lattice or grid, while 狐格子 specifically refers to a type of lattice with a particular pattern or association.
Compound of 狐 (kitsune, 'fox') and 格子 (kōshi, 'lattice'). The exact reason for the fox association is uncertain, but it may refer to a lattice pattern that resembles a fox's face or a design used in areas associated with foxes.