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How to think about the reference line video lesson

When marking a material, write a reference line on the material. The reference line already exists and the location of the line depends on where you want to set the material. No matter how bent the material is, there is

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How to make materials video lesson

The idea of how to make materials is It starts with making a reference surface. If you can make a reference surface, you can make an accurate material by deciding a right angle or a distance based on it. Anyway,

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Japanese hand tools : Spear plane

It is a tool that has been used in Japan even before the carpentry tool was introduced to Japan from China. Shape and finish with this spear-like knife. Now that I have a plane, I don’t use it much. However,

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Video of how to assemble a sawhorse

Video of how to assemble a sawhorse   At Suikoushya, we share traditional Japanese woodworking techniques and skills. Since it is a small group system, we will provide guidance tailored to each individual’s skills, from beginners to woodworking professionals. Please

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Mentori kanna

today’s recommended tools[Mentori kanna] This tool is a very convenient tool that can make a 45 degree chamfer with a uniform width. You can freely change the size of the width of the chamfer by moving the screw When making

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A kind of pine material called sappin

A kind of pine material called sappin, which is often used in France, is very soft. Soft steel is ideal for soft materials.In Japan, it’s white paper. Hard steel is good for hard materials.In Japan, steel called blue paper is

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A video of making the legs of Carpenter work table

It’s a little long video, but it’s a video of making the legs of sawhorse. I’m in Marseille now and I’m preparing for school starting in May. As a carpenter, I am proud to be able to share Japanese woodworking

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japanese woodworking~A video of Carpenter work table processing

I made a video of Sawhorse processing. This joinery is an application of sliding dovetails. Processing procedures are very important.The angle and depth of the dovetail are especially important for the joinery to function. Please use it as a reference.

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French cedar is similar to Japanese cypress

French cedar I am in a sawmill about 2 hours drive east of Marseille. And finally I found it. Here is a cedar grown in France. In fact, the atmosphere is similar to Japanese cypress. However, I am impressed by

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japanese hand tools~sharpenning the chisel

I sharpened the chisel. To enjoy woodworking, you need to maintain the tools. When sharpening a chisel, it will be stable if you sharpen it with a stroke about 3 times the width of the blade. The narrower the width,

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How to make japanese torii gate

https://youtu.be/zfmTpDehwXU

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My name is Takami Kawai, a Japanese carpenter.
I teach Japanese traditional woodworking techniques to people all over the world(About the class).
I also use the knowledge and experience I gained at Ise Shrine to share the real construction of Japanese torii in an online class.
There are many free You Tube videos, so please check it out!

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