Includes index

Furniture making and hand-tooled finishes -- Tools used for joinery and furniture making -- Joints and fixtures for furniture and woodwork -- Types of joints used in furniture and cabinetry -- Joining boards with boards -- Joining board and timber -- Joining timber to timber -- Makoto Igarashi's wood crafts

"Learn traditional joinery and woodworking techniques from the Japanese masters!"--

This beginner's guide to Japanese joinery offers woodworkers step-by-step instructions for crafting 20 traditional joints without nails or screws. Featuring detailed photos, tool guidance, and expert tips, it introduces the precision and artistry of Japanese carpentry, helping readers elevate their skills and add refined techniques to their woodworking projects

Translated from the Japanese