Some trivial small talk

The evolution of the Japanese plane blade "Nikuoki" since the end of the Edo period

Before I get into the topic, I need to explain “肉置/Nikuoki”.　I was confused when I first saw this word in Tsuchida Noboru's article. "肉置/Nikuoki" is a word that is often used in the field of Japane...

Some characteristics of Kiyotada chisels can help identify "OEM products"

This blog was inspired by a friend from Germany who wanted me to provide some reliable information on how to identify Kiyotada chisels. I must say up front that as a foreigner I am not an expert on...

「Yukichika」 The Genius "Daiya" - Japanese Woodworking Plane Body Artisans

A brief background on the birth of Daiya Daiya, a profession that appeared in Japan during the Meiji era ( Lasted from 1868.10.23 to 1912.7.30), specializes in making woodworking plane bodies. Da...

Japanese hand saw

Explanation of the text on the hand saw wooden sheath This saw is one of the tools in this set.  「Tool set for forestry craftsmen from the Bicchu area in the early Showa period of Japan」 One side:...

Japanese Chisels

An interesting Japanese chisel from the Meiji period I found this chisel(42mm) in a retired carpenter's tool box. Judging by its shape and size, it is an Oire nomi. When I took it to Mr. Tsuchida ...