Kawai, Takami
Description
"Traditional Japanese joinery, most commonly used in furniture, boxes, and cabinetry, requires no hardware, nails, or glue; instead, the wood is skill
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fully fit together with simple hand tools and a meditative focus. In this volume, follow along with master craftsman Takami Kawai as he guides you through techniques used by expert Japanese woodworkers for millennia. By the end, readers will gain a thorough understanding of the principles of Japanese joinery, mastering its core tools and techniques with confidence. First, discover the types of wood used in Japanese woodcraft and how to set up, sharpen, use, and store the proper tools for the job. Then explore 9 main methods of Japanese joinery. Once you've mastered the techniques, you can apply them to endless household items, lending handmade charm and generations of use to each piece you make"-- Provided by publisher.
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