Welcome to my real-world workshop. This isn't a showpiece; it’s a living space where I’ve spent 55 years honing my craft. It might not be perfectly organized, but every scratch on the bench and every tool in its place tells a story of countless projects and hard work. Come inside and see the authentic environment where traditional Japanese carpentry actually happens.
In this video, I will introduce the essential tools that define my work. From the various types of "Nokogiri" (saws), "Chisels," and "Kanna" (planes) to the precise "Rules" (Japanese squares) and "Kebiki" (marking gauges), I’ll explain how each tool functions in the hands of a craftsman. See these tools as they are—hardworking partners in their natural habitat.
0:00 | My Raw & Authentic Workshop 1:42 | Essential Rules: The Foundation of Precision 2:15 | The Saws: Nokogiri 3:14 | My Daily Hammers: Gennou 3:23 | The Versatile Chisels 4:09 | Fine Detailing: Kuri-kogatana 4:30 | The World of Kanna (Planes) 7:06| Specialized Tools: Side & Bottom Cutting 7:26 | Kebiki: The Marking Gauge 8:13 | 55 Years in This Space: Outro
