Kanna Workshop – Blade/Dai Fit
For kanna to work well the quality of fit between the blade and dai is cruicial. When you buy a new kanna the blade will… 続きを読む »Kanna Workshop – Blade/Dai Fit
Japanese Tools
Kanna Workshop – Intro
I’ve been talking with some friends lately about teaching some classes in the future, some of which will likely take place in the States and… 続きを読む »Kanna Workshop – Intro
Chromium-plated Kanna
I recently got my hands on a really cool new kanna blade which has been in development for several years by one of Japan’s greatest… 続きを読む »Chromium-plated Kanna
Chouna Shiage – Adze Finishing
One of the more unique tools used in Japanese carpentry is the chouna (adze). As carpentry tools go, adzes are certainly not unique to Japan… 続きを読む »Chouna Shiage – Adze Finishing
Sharpening Kanna : an Evolving Method 7
Back with more sharpening this week. I’ve been experimenting with different techniques to see if there are any ways to improve upon my current setup.… 続きを読む »Sharpening Kanna : an Evolving Method 7
Sharpening Kanna: An Evolving Method 6
This weekend in California is Kezurou-kai, an event to celebrate all things Japanese woodworking. The event culminates with a plane shaving contest where people compete… 続きを読む »Sharpening Kanna: An Evolving Method 6
A Unique Approach to Cutting Bevels
It’s been a while since I’ve had a shop of my own. While I was in college I lived out of my families cabin in… 続きを読む »A Unique Approach to Cutting Bevels
Dream Machines
Lately I’ve been dreaming about a few Japanese machines that are really well suited for kumiko work. There is a potential project on the horizon… 続きを読む »Dream Machines
Liquid Glass Wood Finish
For several years now I’ve been making woodturnings, carved bowls, trays and plates. Making items like these that will potentially see real use as tableware;… 続きを読む »Liquid Glass Wood Finish
Making Handles for Japanese Handsaws
A while back I received a box full of old Japanese handsaws from a friend. They were in various states, with some coated with rust,… 続きを読む »Making Handles for Japanese Handsaws
