Japanese

Building with bonsai
November 22, 2024

Joe Scannell collected seedpods from a black locust tree on his honeymoon in 1971.
Quick fix for a bent or damaged saw tooth
March 13, 2023

A few strokes on a diamond stone is all it takes.
Japanese White Oak Chair
February 14, 2023

Years ago, Peter came across a bin labeled “Japanese white oak” at the lumberyard. The folks there told him the oak had been purchased decades before by a patternmaker who,…
Japanese joinery in practice
September 30, 2021

The Japanese craft of tekizami, hand preparation of timber by craftspeople, is not commonly seen in great detail by other than the masters who build with it.
How to Create a Charred Wood Furniture Finish
August 12, 2021

Christopher Miano shares an ancient Japanese technique that preserves wood by charring the surface.
Get Started with Japanese Joinery
September 26, 2019

Andrew Hunter demonstrates how to cut a scarf joint using hand tools
W276- Japanese-Inspired Armoire
June 4, 2019

Time spent observing architecture in Japan influenced the design of this armoire, which has spacers between the case and the top and bottom that make it appear to float. The…
Japanese Sawhorses
November 1, 2017

Sturdy designs in two sizes excel on the floor and on the benchtop.
Olive, Ash and Walnut Table
February 10, 2016

Winner of Best in Show at the exhibition, this table was inspired by the Sanmon gates used in Japanese Buddhist temple construction.
Learn About Japanese Joinery
October 6, 2015

The intricate, clean joints can be intimidating, but don't let that hinder your inspiration.

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