I am a traditional Japanese carpenter with over 16 years of experience, and I run my own construction firm in Kyoto. I specialize in renovating traditional houses. My past work includes working for the Ise Grand Shrine, the spiritual home of the Shinto religion. I enjoy working with wood using traditional hand tools and Japanese joinery.

Japanese woodworking is known for its precision, delicacy, and beauty. My dream is to make Japanese woodworking more accessible to foreign people. I personally find great enjoyment working with wood, and I would love to share the experience, the knowledge, and the skills with the world. In this experience, you will learn how to use Japanese woodworking tools. I will explain the purpose of the to…続きを読む