convex roof tile
A semicylindrical tile used in traditional Japanese roofing, often paired with a concave tile (平瓦).
See also: 平瓦
このお寺の屋根には丸瓦が使われている。
Convex roof tiles are used on the roof of this temple.
eave-end roof tile with decorative pendant
Compound of 丸 (round) and 瓦 (tile), describing its shape.