This text shows how to use Japanese tools effectively and maintain them properly, and explains the role they play in traditional Japanese craftsmanship. It desc

Essential information for hobbyists and professionals; fully illustrated

Explains the proper use of the various types of Japanese saws, planes, chisels, sharpening stones, and measuring tools

The Genius of Japanese Carpentry tells the story of the 1200-year-old Yakushiji monastery in Nara and the dedicated modern-day craftsmen who are working to rest

Tells how to use and care for Japanese woodworking tools, shows how to create traditional Japanese joints, and looks at the techniques used to frame a house