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Japanese Woodworking — Storyline

Hello! I’m Shoyan. I have been working as a carpenter in Japan for 50 years and am a licensed architect and technician. I would like to share my work, knowledge, etc., regarding Japanese carpentry. I hope you enjoy my videos!

Cast & Crew

Japanese Woodworking — Series Details

Japanese Woodworking — Episode Guide

Season 1

• E1: Cutting out a Curved Beam (2020-11-14) — In this video, I'll finish a curved beam. This kind of beam cannot be processed by pre-cut machines. So this time, I'll adjust the shape by chain saw. I have to imagine how to proc
• E2: Making a Timber Joint by Hand (2020-11-14) — In this video, I'll make the timber joint called "okkakedaisen-tsugi" This time, I'll use the maximum size of timber for this joint. It takes a lot of efforts to make this joint. I
• E3: Hand Planing Beams to Finish them (2020-11-15) — In this video, I'll finish the beams that I show in my videos before by plane. It's really hard to finish curved or long beams. But by planing, the timbers will get glossy and be w
• E4: Branched Log Installation (2020-11-20) — In this video, I'll install an unique shaped column of a log. I've been working as a carpenter for 48 years, but I've never experienced this kind of material with many branches. It
• E5: Stile Cutting and Installation (2020-11-27) — In this video, I'll install stiles. Stiles of cypress can be finished very beautifully. There will be a wood stove, so the shrinkage of materials tends to happen easily. So I did m
• E6: Floor Installation for a House (2020-12-04) — In this video, I'll install 30 mm thick floor boards of Japanese cypress with knags. It was a very hot day after a long rainy season in Japan, so I was really sweaty. Flooring take
• E7: Window Hood: How to Install it (2020-12-11) — In this video, I'll install a window hood. Window hoods are to reduce the run right and rain that come to sashes directly. The roof will be finished by covered with tinplates later
• E8: Building Winder Stairs (2020-12-25) — *In the video, it is explained as a spiral staircase, but the correct word is winder stairs. In this video, I'd like to show you one of the biggest works for carpenters. I'll proce
• E9: Straight Staircase Installation (2021-01-01) — This video is a continuation of the last video. I'll make the straight staircases this time. To use natural wood materials, there are a lot of things to do, so it takes a long time
• E10: Indirect Lighting Installation (2021-01-08) — In this video, I'll install a ceiling and a curtain board for indirect lightings. Indirect lightings were popular before. These days, drawing rooms seldom are made, but indirect li
• E11: Skip Floor: How to Finish it (2021-01-29) — This time, we will create a floor that is one step higher than the floor on the second floor, a skip floor. Normally, a skip floor is created on the landing between the 1st and 2nd
• E12: Hand Wash Counters Installation (2021-02-06) — In this video, I’ll make counters for hand wash for restrooms of the first floor and the second floor. I made it a simple straight shape for the first floor. And for second floor,
• E13: Raised Space: How to Finish it (2021-02-12) — In this video, I'll finish the space that will be finished by tatami later. This space is raised a little, and a storage will be made under the space.I tried to prevent insects to
• E14: Door Rails: How to Install them (2021-02-20) — In this video, I installed door rails called "shikii" and "kamoi" in Japanese. It was difficult to move the columns by jack. I tried to prevent twisting of the materials. Maybe it'
• E15: Tokonoma: How to Finish it (2021-02-26) — In this video, I finished "tokonoma" that is a Japanese specific space for the ornament. I used the top grade of zelkova. Although it's a small space, it's hard to finish it due to
• E16: Wooden Deck: How to Install it (2021-03-12) — This time I will make a wood deck! We will make all the parts from hinoki cypress. The shape is simple and the easiest to use. I used nails to stop the deck material. The number of
• E17: Loft Ladder: How to Make it (2021-03-21) — This time, I will make a Loft ladder from scratch.I have been a carpenter for 48years, but I have never made a ladder.But looking at other carpenters and things for reference, I ma
• E18: Woodshed: How to Build it (2021-03-27) — This time I made a woodshed, but it took a whole four days. It rained and there were some troubles, so I swamped a little, but I managed to finish it! Since it is a conventional co
• E19: 6 Months of Carpentry to Build a House by a Japanese Craftsman (2021-04-16) — Finally, the house which I have been doing carpentry is now completed! I started to build this house when it was June, and this hot summer was really tough. Meanwhile, I was able t

Season 2

• E1: Insulation with Natural Ventilation (2021-11-05) — Thank you for your patience! A new building series is about to begin! The framework is already completed. First, I’ll start with the insulation work.
• E2: Entrance and Window Sashes, and Noki-ten (2021-11-19) — I think I’ll be able to take a break at this location after the sash is fitted and the windows can be closed. After installing the noki-ten, my shoulders hurt.
• E3: Entrance Stiles and Sturdy Floor Joists (2021-12-03) — I have installed the entrance stile and the joists under the floor. It seems the cat likes the smell of concrete when it dries. They always walk on it just before drying out. lol N
• E4: Floor of Cypress Without Knots (2021-12-17) — I used Japanese cypress flooring on the first floor, and cedar without knots on the second floor. This floorboard's width is a little short, so it took twice as much time as I thou
• E5: Three Step Winder Stairs (2021-12-31) — Installation of Winder Stairs
• E6: Handcrafted Straight Staircase (2022-01-14) — After about a week, the splendid local pine staircase had been constructed. The woodstove will be installed next to the staircase. It must be a stylish stairwell.
• E7: Raised Area Doubles as Both the Floor and Ceiling (2022-01-08) — To make a structure that doubles as both a floor and a ceiling, a 30 mm (1.18”) joistless material* must be used. It’s an unusual construction. *Joistless material: A material for
• E8: Install the Cedar Board Ceiling and the Boards for Plastering Base (2022-02-11) — *In the subtitle, the dimensions were incorrect. These are the correct dimensions: 00:48 | 30 square mm piece of wood (1 3/16") 02:29 | 4 square cm (1 37/64") 02:33 | 4 square cm (
• E9: Build Window Frames for an Entire House Using Straight Grain Cedar (2022-02-25) — It is becoming less and less common to build window frames for an entire house from solid wood. I had planned to make a video with the door frame, but it turned out to be longer th
• E10: Build Top Hung Sliding Door Frames and an Elegant Frame Without a Door Stop (2022-03-11) — Exposed pillars are becoming increasingly rare, so I need to use other exposed wood to make door frames. I’ll work hard to install a kamoi*, even as part of a door frame. *Kamoi: a
• E11: The Whole Stairwell! Building a Pony Wall on the Stairs (2022-03-25) — Finally, the pony wall has been installed, and the staircase is complete. I still need to install another handrail later. The pony wall seemed easy to install, but it didn’t fit we
• E12: Building a Compact Study in a 3.3 m2 Space (2022-04-08) — The study has been built, and the carpentry work on the second floor is almost complete. The desk is made of laminated Japanese ash, and the shelves are made of laminated Japanese
• E13: High-Grade. Build a Walk-in Closet With Cedar Boards on All Sides (2022-04-22) — I build a room in addition to the last time when I built a study. I used plenty of high-grade boards to build a walk-in closet. Nowadays, a walk-in closet is indispensable for a ne
• E14: The Entrance is Finally Complete! Struggle with the Floating Handrail (2022-05-06) — The house is getting closer to completion. Entrances have been changed in many styles over time. Nowadays, small entrance is common.
• E15: Forcefully Installing a Kamoi in a Japanese Style Room. Four Types of Kamoi (2022-05-20) — The last part of the interior work is this Japanese-style room. Installing uchinorimono* is one of my favorite jobs. It took me all day to install them securely. *Uchinorimono: The
• E16: Superb. Tokonoma Made from Extremely Thick Boards of Japanese Cypress (2022-06-03) — The last part of the interior work is this Japanese-style room. It took a long time to build this tokonoma (alcove). As the tokonoma is made of thick Japanese cypress, it shines. Y
• E17: Solid‐Looking Japanese Cypress Nure‐en (Open Veranda) Simple‐but‐Tricky Woodwork (2022-06-17) — This house is finally close to completion. The builder has finished concreting the ground, so I begin working around the outside of the building. Considering the size and length of
• E18: From Start to Finish: 5 Months of Carpentry to Build a New Home (2022-07-01) — Finally, this house is completed. The carpentry work started in April and continued until the end of September. It took five months. It has been constructed using many traditional

Season 3

• E1: Installing Sill Plates on a Foundation First Carpentry Work on Site (2022-07-29) — Now that the second season is over, we have moved onto the new site: Season 3! This time, I will share the sill plate installation, which I’ve never shared before! There is a Japan
• E2: Arrangement is Essential for Carpenters! Prepare for the Framing With My Son (2022-08-12) — Framing will begin tomorrow. When the timber frames are transported to the site, I always participate. This is an important step.
• E3: Framing Over Two Days. Build a House Using Conventional Method (2022-08-26) — Finally, it’s time for framing. It is a special day called “tatemae” in Japan. People involved in the construction gather and pray for the safe completion of the work. During frami
• E4: Install Hardware and Braces on Wooden House to Start Joinery (2022-09-09) — Last time, the framing was finally completed. Today is the next day; I will begin working inside the house. In the aftermath of a major earthquake or disaster, building standards l
• E5: Installation of High Quality Plastic Sashes and a Week of Insulation Works (2022-09-23) — My hands always hurt when I work on insulation. I told a young carpenter that my fingerprints disappeared after insulation work. He advised me to use gloves.
• E6: Building a Front Porch With Lots of Solid Wood (2022-10-07) — It is nice and spacious to have a porch measuring 1.8 meters squared. It was great to be able to miter corners on the first try!
• E7: Solid Plank Sloped Ceiling and Plaster Ceiling Installation for Stairwell (2022-11-04) — You may think that installing a ceiling would cause neck pain, but in my case, it hurts my legs. It would be easier to install if I built a scaffold at the right height. When I get
• E8: The Cypress-Scented House! Shikii, Flooring, and Entrance Kamachi Installation (2022-11-18) — The Cypress-Scented House! Shikii, Flooring, and Entrance Kamachi Installation
• E9: A 4m Study Desk on the Stairwell Creates Dynamic Space! (2022-12-02) — This size of study desk is rarely seen. The weight caused a lot of difficulty in carrying this 3.6m by 60cm (11ft 9.7in by 2ft) ash board. The stairwell is becoming increasingly dy
• E10: Half-Open Stairs? I Build My First Straight Staircase in 15 years (2022-12-09) — I haven't built 14 straight stairs to the second floor in a while. This is the first time a plaster riser has been used instead of solid wood. It will be challenging work for the p
• E11: Suspension Bridge on a Stairwell!? A Gorgeous Catwalk is Now Built! (2022-12-16) — It's the first time I’ve ever built a catwalk and made a curved handrail. However, it turned out well! It was hard to make the plan for the whole job.
• E12: Building a Shoe Cabinet & Storage Cabinet | Work I Dislike but Firmly Built (2022-12-23) — It was difficult to build the cabinets because the tools for carpenters and cabinetmakers are completely different. However, since they fit perfectly and join well, it's a good ide
• E13: Installing my Favorite Kamoi | The Interior Joinery Work Is Almost Complete! (2022-12-30) — Installing my Favorite Kamoi | The Interior Joinery Work Is Almost Complete!
• E14: Super-Challenging Joinery | Tokonoma and Oshiire Installation (2023-01-13) — This is the final interior joinery project. I’m installing the tokonoma (alcove) and oshiire (closet). It is quite challenging to cut and join the shoulder of a stopped dado joint.
• E15: Approx. 6m Open Veranda “Nureen” is Built! Orthodox Shape & Japanese Cypress (2023-01-27) — Approx. 6m Open Veranda “Nureen” is Built! Orthodox Shape & Japanese Cypress
• E16: Orthodox-Shaped Louver at the Entrance | The Last Carpentry Job of This House (2023-02-10) — The Last Carpentry Job of This House
• E17: Japanese Carpenter Builds a House in 5 Months Filled with Challenges (2023-02-24) — Japanese Carpenter Builds a House in 5 Months Filled with Challenges

Season 4

• E1: I Almost Fainted Installing the Sill Under the Blazing Sun (2023-07-28) — Shoyan, a Japanese carpenter, begins Season 4 by installing sill plates for a new house. He meticulously prepares the foundation, adjusts anchor bolts, and drills precise holes in
• E2: Things to Do Before Framing Begins. Carpentry Work Involves a Lot of Work (2023-08-11) — This video follows a carpenter in Japan as they prepare for the framing of a house. They process and plane timbers, including pillars and exposed beams, and install the columns and
• E3: Fierce! The Most Important Carpentry Work That Shapes a House in Two Days (2023-08-27) — The video provides a detailed look into the traditional Japanese carpentry process of "tatemae" or framing, highlighting the critical steps involved in erecting the main structure
• E4: A Clean Job Site Leads to Good Work! The Essential Process (2023-09-08) — This video follows a carpenter in Japan as they install sliding glass door frames, level sleepers, and prepare the site for the plumber's arrival. The carpenter emphasizes the impo
• E5: Is This Carpentry work? Thermos Bottle-level Airtightness Is Required Today (2023-09-22) — This video follows a Japanese carpenter as they insulate the floor of a house. They use a unique method of insulation and plywood underlayment, which they explain in detail. The ca
• E6: The Most Airtight Job I've Ever Had in My Carpentry Career. Well-insulated. (2023-10-13) — This video follows a carpenter in Japan as they insulate the walls and roof of a house. They use glass wool and an air barrier membrane to create a well-insulated and airtight spac
• E7: Finishing Is the key. Nokiten (Eaves Soffit) Installation Work Is on the Rise (2023-10-27) — This video follows a carpenter in Japan as they install eaves soffits, known as nokiten. The process involves framing, installing ventilation materials, and securing thin trims bef
• E8: Two of My Least Favorite Jobs… The Floor Finished Like a Sacred Dance Stage (2023-11-10) — Shoyan, a carpenter based in Japan, installs Japanese cypress floorboards in a house. They face challenges with the floorboards' thickness variation and the plywood underlay, which
• E9: Handcrafted 14-step Staircase. Always Struggle With the First and 13th Steps (2023-11-24) — Shoyan, a carpenter based in Japan, builds a 14-step staircase using pine wood. The video follows the process from measuring and cutting the wood to installing the treads and riser
• E10: Bottom in a Ceiling!? Build a Mysterious Funazoko Ceiling Using Only Solid Wood (2023-12-08) — This video follows a Japanese carpenter as they install a funazoko ceiling, which resembles an upside-down boat. The carpenter explains the unique features of this ceiling style an
• E11: A Study Desk and an Interior Bench Made of Ash Creates a Wonderful Shared Space (2023-12-22) — This episode features a carpenter building a multi-functional study desk and bench made of ash wood. They also construct a pony wall with a bookcase for a staircase, ensuring safet
• E12: Traditional Cedar Siding & Large Porch with Wooden Ceiling Installation (2024-01-05) — This video follows a carpenter in Japan as they install a large porch ceiling and cedar siding. The carpenter details their process, including preparing the wood, building the fram
• E13: Carpenter's Built-in Entrance Shoe Cabinet and In-Wall TV Storage Box14:5 (2024-01-19) — This video follows a carpenter in Japan as they build a custom entrance storage unit and an in-wall TV storage box. The carpenter uses laminated wood for the project, explaining th
• E14: I've Never Thought of Installing Such a Huge Threshold in a Raised Room (2024-02-02) — This video follows a carpenter in Japan as they build a raised Japanese-style room. The focus is on the installation of a large, custom-made threshold (shikii) that will accommodat
• E15: Dark Cedar is Perfect for a Kamoi—a Japanese Head Jamb with Door Tracks (2024-02-16) — This video follows a Japanese carpenter as they install the kamoi, a decorative element in a traditional Japanese room. The carpenter explains the process of creating a wide kamoi
• E16: Building a Two-tiered Tokonoma: A Style Once Prevalent in the Past (2024-03-01) — Join Shoyan as he constructs a traditional two-tiered tokonoma entirely from Hinoki Cyprus wood. This episode highlights the intricate process of building this ceremonial alcove, f
• E17: Wood Deck Becomes an Extension of the Living Room (2024-03-15) — Shoyan, a carpenter based in Japan, builds a 2m x 4m wood deck using Hinoki cypress. They explain their process in detail, including how they prepare the wood, frame the deck, and
• E18: 5 Months of Carpentry to Build a Super Airtight and Insulated House (2024-03-29) — This video follows a Japanese carpenter as they build a highly insulated and airtight house. The construction process is detailed, showcasing unique techniques and materials, inclu

Season 5

• E1: Strong Home Starts with the Sill (2024-10-18) — This episode of "New Build Season 5" focuses on the installation of sills, a crucial step in carpentry. The video follows Shoyan as they meticulously position and secure the sills
• E2: Pre-Framing Steps: A Carpenter’s Hand-Planed Finish Beyond Pre-Cut (2024-11-01) — This video follows a carpenter as they prepare for framing a new house. They hand-plane exposed pine beams, cut tenons for porch columns, and prepare hardware. The carpenter also d
• E3: Starting Interior Work! Hidden Details Impact Future Quality (2024-11-15) — This video details the crucial interior work on a new build. It covers fastening hardware, insulating the foundation for airtightness, and laying the subfloor. The carpenter explai
• E4: Trendy Double-Glazing Windows Complete the Lock-Up Phase (2024-11-29) — This episode of New Build Season 5 focuses on installing the door and window frames in a modern house. The builder explains how the order of construction has changed, with diagonal
• E5: The Ultimate Insulation Challenge: Creating a Magic Flask-Like Home (2024-12-06) — This episode focuses on insulation and air-sealing techniques for a new house. The builder carefully installs fiberglass insulation and an airtight membrane, emphasizing the import
• E6: I Didn’t Expect This to Happen… My Fault! (2024-12-13) — Shoyan is building a 5-meter-long box eave above a sliding glass door. They encounter a pair of swallows who nest in the house, and one gets trapped inside. Shoyan also explains th
• E7: Bit Lost with These New Floorboards, But I’m Making It Work (2024-12-20) — This video follows Shoyan as they install flooring on the first floor of a new build. They begin by installing a unique entrance sill called a kamachi, then move on to laying knott
• E8: Staircase Finishing Secrets: Small Adjustments That Matter (2024-12-27) — This video follows Shoyan as they build a straight staircase with a landing. They discuss the benefits of using pine for staircases and demonstrate their process for cutting, fitti
• E9: Reviving Classic Craftsmanship through Counter and Wall Finishes (2025-01-10) — Shoyan, a Japanese carpenter, builds traditional fall prevention pony walls and a long, versatile ash wood counter using classic carpentry techniques like chisel sharpening and mor
• E10: Shaping the House with Precision: Solid Wood Jamb Extensions and Ceiling (2025-01-24) — This episode focuses on installing jamb extensions for windows, sliding doors, and the kitchen ceiling. The builder uses solid wood planks, carefully measuring and cutting them to
• E11: Open Kitchen with a Cozy Japanese Inspired Breakfast Bar (2025-02-07) — The video showcases the construction of a Japanese-inspired breakfast bar and pony wall in a modern open kitchen. The carpenter, Shoyan, builds an L-shaped pony wall, installs dryw
• E12: Arches at the Entrance!? A Modern Twin Tunnel Design (2025-02-21) — This video follows a carpenter as they complete the interior joinery work for a new house. They focus on the entrance, building a shoe storage cabinet, a partition wall with arched
• E13: Surprise Visitor?! Working Hard on an American-Style Deck (2025-03-07) — Shoyan is building a large, American-style deck with a railing for a new home. They are using Hinoki cypress and focusing on simple joinery to prevent water damage. The video follo
• E14: Japanese Carpenter Builds an American-Style Deck! (2025-03-21) — In this video, Shoyan focuses on the final stages of building an American-style deck. He begins by prepping and cutting the deck boards, then constructs the stair framing, ensuring
• E15: 5-Month Build of an American House by Japanese Carpenters (2025-04-04) — Experienced carpenter Shoyan completes a five-month build of a Western-style home, showcasing traditional and modern techniques. The build highlights meticulous craftsmanship, from

Season 6

• E1: Setting the Sills for a Durable, Compact, Long-Lasting House (2025-09-19) — Experienced carpenter Shoyan builds the sill for a compact, durable house. This sixth new build features traditional Japanese carpentry techniques alongside modern methods. Despite
• E2: How to Build a Home That Survives Big Earthquakes (2025-10-03) — Veteran carpenter Shoyan installs windows and reinforces the frame with studs and diagonal braces, prioritizing weatherproofing and seismic safety. This earthquake-resistant build
• E3: Stronger Floors, Simpler Method: Modern Framing from the Ground Up (2025-10-17) — Experienced carpenter Shoyan details modern subfloor framing techniques. This episode focuses on insulation installation and the subsequent subfloor application, showcasing careful
• E4: Sealed the Whole House… and Something Spread Everywhere! (2025-11-01) — Shoyan meticulously insulates and air seals a new house, demonstrating crucial modern building techniques. This detailed process includes applying airtight membrane and copious amo
• E5: First Time Using New Building Materials—Harder to Use Than Solid Wood!? (2025-11-14) — Shoyan tackles interior construction, starting with the floor using synthetic materials instead of solid wood. The entryway presents unique challenges due to its unusual angles and
• E6: 52-Year Carpenter Battles Unfamiliar Pre-cut Stairs (2025-11-21) — A 52-year carpenter tackles pre-cut stairs in a new build, facing unexpected challenges. This involves precise measurements and careful assembly, including winder steps and support
• E7: What’s the Carpenter’s Role with Pre-Made Building Materials? (2025-11-28) — Shoyan installs pre-made window and door jambs, demonstrating their assembly and unique installation challenges. The process includes using furring strips for support and specializ
• E8: Carpenter Discovers Space-Saving Tricks for Tiny Spaces (2025-12-05) — Shoyan Japanese Carpenter finds clever solutions for a tiny entryway. This episode features unique ceiling and arch installation techniques, plus a custom shoe cabinet. Watch as ev
• E9: Japanese-Style Room with Floating Closet – Joinery Work Completed! (2025-12-12) — Shoyan crafts a floating closet and pantry, showcasing joinery techniques. This episode also features a unique bathroom counter installation in a tight space. Discover the challeng
• E10: My First Fully Western-Style Home—Built from the Owner’s Vision (2025-12-19) — Shoyan Japanese Carpenter builds a fully Western-style home, showcasing the construction from sill to stylish interior finishes. Framing, insulation, and unique interior design ele

Frequently Asked Questions

How many seasons does Japanese Woodworking have? 6 season(s) with 97 episodes.

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