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Carpenters Tool Study Group

Japanese Woodworking and Joinery

A Beginner's Guide to the Tools & Techniques Used by Master Carpenters in Japan

Carpenters Tool Study Group

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Tuttle Publishing
01 April 2025

Decorative wood & metalwork; DIY: carpentry & woodworking

Learn traditional joinery and woodworking techniques from the Japanese masters!

Calling all carpenters, weekend woodworkers, hand tool enthusiasts and wood crafters

as well as anyone who loves Japanese-style tools and carpentry.

The age-old techniques of Japanese joinery are highly esteemed by carpenters and woodworkers all around the world. The art of creating precise and lasting joints, fusing pieces of wood together permanently without the use of screws, nails or brackets

continues to captivate woodcrafters seeking to elevate their own skills and knowledge.

This all-in-one beginner's guide is an essential addition to any woodworker's library, providing:

Detailed step-by-step photographs and texts that walk you through the process of creating 20 unique carpentry joints A thorough introduction to traditional Japanese hand tools and how they are used Expert guidance on selecting joinery methods that make the most sense for your projects Extensive sidebars that focus on specialised projects, offer expert advice and identify missteps to avoid

This indispensable book provides you with the essential building blocks for any furniture or carpentry project. And it teaches you how to apply traditional Japanese methods to pieces you are building while adding an extra level of refinement and style to your woodworking repertoire.

By: Carpenters Tool Study Group
Imprint: Tuttle Publishing
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 254mm, Width: 191mm,
ISBN: 9784805319130
ISBN 10: 4805319135
Pages: 176
Publication Date: 01 April 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Carpenters Tool Study Group is a craft collective which brings together Japan's leading woodworkers, carpenters and wood-based craftspeople.

Reviews for Japanese Woodworking and Joinery: A Beginner's Guide to the Tools & Techniques Used by Master Carpenters in Japan

""The Carpenters Tool Study Group, a collective of Japanese woodworkers, presents a solid primer on sashimono, ""the Japanese technique for assembling furniture and other wooden items"" using interlocking wooden joints instead of nails.…Detailed photographic instructions demonstrate the basic techniques involved, and the intricate joints constitute a creative, aesthetically pleasing alternative to nails. Experienced carpenters looking to elevate their craft will get the most out of this."" —Publishers Weekly