Kama-tsugi is a joinery that connects materials with a straight line. The joining line may be provided as long as it is within about 300 mm from the core of this post. If you connect it away from the core
Are there any insect control measures in Japan, where humidity is high?
Q: Are there any insect control measures in Japan, where humidity is high? The materials we use can be damaged by moisture and termites. In Japan, what has been done about this? We use unripe persimmon fruits. When fermented and
How do you make a right angle jig?
Q: How do you make a right angle jig? When processing wood, a right angle jig is used. By placing the jig, you can insert the chisel in a straight line and get a beautiful finish. Now, to make this
Curved planes (Uchi-maru Kanna, Soto-maru Kann)
I use curved planes (Uchi-maru Kanna, Soto-maru Kann) depending on the material I want to make. It is necessary to make a grindstone that fits each blade according to the diameter of the material. When making a grindstone, use curved
Secret of Japanese joinery
Secret of Japanese joinery Buildings are made with many joints, and you can’t see the shape of the joints or how they are used. Joints aren’t made to be seen, but are used to construct a structure. So, it’s natural
How to re-sharpen a blade when it doesn’t cut.
How to re-sharpen a blade when it doesn’t cut. Chisels and planes will not cut well after being used for a while, and will need to be adjusted so they can cut again. Let me explain the steps for sharpening
Jakko-in (寂光院)~Kyoto Traditional Architecture guide~
A Guide to Kyoto’s Wooden and Traditional Architecture A Roji (露地), also known a the tea garden, is the ground in which the guests have to pass in order to reach the Japanese tea house for their tea ceremony. Stones,
It’s important to consider the properties of the material when building a fitting.
It’s important to consider the properties of the material when building a fitting. The most basic is to consider how the material bends. Fittings have mountings inside, so the materials can support each other. Therefore, the basics are to assemble
How to make a flat surface?
How to make a flat surface? When making a flat surface of a curved material, how do you use the normal size (short size) and the long size? If you use a small plane from the beginning, it will go
there is a way to dry wood in water
In Japan, there is a way to dry wood in water. It is a method of soaking a log in water for about 6 months to a year, taking it out of the water, and letting it air dry for