Japanese Woodworking Tools:『大工道具のきほん』英訳版

The Complete Guide to Traditional Handmade Tools - How They Are Made and How to Use Them

Master craftsmen offer detailed information about handmade Japanese woodworking tools!

This unique guide to traditional handmade Japanese tools offers hobbyists, woodworkers and craftspeople an essential introduction to the artistry of Japanese tools. Their structure, mechanics, use and care are described in loving detail as only master Japanese craftsmen and tool expert are able to do.

This unique book features:

• Detailed photographs and texts introducing the full range of traditional planes, saws, hammers and chisels along with coverage of sharpening stones, clamps, knives, rulers, squares, anvils, jigs and related woodworking implements
• Information on the care and use of each tool with detailed explanations and step-by-step photographs
• Profiles of master tool makers and information about the lengthy processes used to make the tools
• Fascinating sidebars and Q&A features on wood science and interviews with skilled craftsmen
• Visits to tool-making towns, tool museums and additional resources for Japanese tool enthusiasts

Created by the editorial staff of Japan's leading woodworking and carpentry magazine, this is a must-have book for any serious carpenter or woodworking enthusiast.

日本の伝統的な手作り工具に特化した、唯一無二のガイドブックが登場しました。

趣味で木工を楽しむ方からプロの職人まで、日本の工具が持つ芸術性と、その構造、仕組み、使い方、手入れ方法までを、熟練の職人と工具専門家が愛情込めて詳述します。本書では、鉋、鋸、槌、鑿といった伝統工具の全貌を、詳細な写真と解説で紹介。

砥石やクランプ、小刀、定規、曲尺、金床など、関連する木工道具も網羅しています。

各工具の手入れや使用方法も、ステップバイステップの写真付きで丁寧に解説。

さらに、名工たちの紹介や、工具製作に要する長い工程、木材科学に関する興味深いコラム、熟練職人へのインタビューなど、読み応えのある内容が満載です。