Essential information for hobbyists and professionals; fully illustrated

This text shows how to use Japanese tools effectively and maintain them properly, and explains the role they play in traditional Japanese craftsmanship. It describes how to create razor-sharp cutting edges and introduces almost 50 different planes.

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

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