Videos are fun. Especially when it comes to woodworking. Recently, we have been making a few videos showing how a day in our office looks like, our work, and some educational videos. Enjoy.
Learn to sharpen a Kanna Blade
The first video covers the basics of getting the ura (the back side of the blade) flat.
Next, we move on to the sharpening of the bevel side.
Lastly, it is important to do the final finishing.
Traditional Japanese Joinery
Traditional Japanese woodworking joinery made on a branch.
How a day in the life of a Japanese Carpenter looks like
A time-lapse of the work that goes into making a wooden plank roof (Kokera-buki).
Finishing wood the traditional Japanese way with the Kanna (Japanese hand plane).
Shaping wood the traditional way with the Chouna.
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 join us!
I look forward to sharing fine woodworking with you.
One month Japanese woodworking classes