"1mm off? I think in the Japanese mind this causes lots of trouble…but in my mind? Good to go”. Lmao. So funny bro but I understand how true that rings. Appreciate all the content. I’m fascinated by Japanese Joinery and precision. Putting most American carpenters, myself included, to shame.
wow! thank you so much for such a detailed video with comments! it's practically impossible to find this kind of video here. it was very interesting for me and i'm waiting for the next parts.
Glad it was helpful! I am hoping to study more and be more detail oriented in these videos. I am not formally trained in construction work, please forgive me if my selection of words to explain certain parts of a house are inaccurate in English and Japanese. My journey through Japanese carpentry is constantly being refined and I learn something new upon each subsequent house build. Thank you for your kind comment!
@@thecarpentrylife this is something i'd also like to do, since i make furniture and japanese carpentry has a huge influence on my works. so really: i'm eager to watch your next videos on this subject! keep going!
Congratulations Bud, I just discovered this channel, before I start it to enjoy each of yours videos you have the 👍👏👏👏 for sure because I know your Job is Awesome 🙏🏻
I've seen another video where the so called weep-holes are like 1.5" wide with pvc pipes suck in them; do they get filled back with concrete to prevent rodent infiltration after the house is done? Also, how tall is the foundation wall and sill?
Hello again ! ^^ One question : Between the video from Machida and this one, there is no Nut or Zagane ... Is it a problem ? If i understand well, this Nut prevent from earthquake, the second from Machida is less secure ? Or the construction and foundation techniques are different ?
Typically traditional Japanese houses are only set on top of stones. You would have to research the benefits of this, but I believe most older structures in Japan are free to move in the event of an earthquake which prevents unnecessary amount of stress on the numerous joints.
Hi @gary24752, I do not know much about sill sealers or an isolation membrane, but the high humidity of Japan might be a reason for leaving as much air space as possible. There will be a screen or mesh placed around the perimeter to keep rodents out, but I think the key with the spacers is to enable adequate air circulation and flow through the underside of the house. I hope that answers your question.
This is a crawl space to access utilities. You will find most Japanese houses have a floor hatch or access to get into this crawl space. Thank you for watching.
There are weep holes, but earlier that week we had installed the foundation structure and the sawdust, etc. clogged the weep holes. But, yes the water shouldn't be there. It forms the crawl space for accessing the utilities throughout the house.
@@thecarpentrylife Please show them so I can pour myself a slab like that, assuming it is a slab with curb walls. Maybe the Japanese slab foundation could be a real timesaver for diyers.
@@david-ow3nv ended up finding one on eBay. It's awesome, way better than any framing square I've used yet when it comes to cutting lumber quickly and with precision. Can't use it for layout like a framing square though. Two different tools.
Thank you for watching. If you are in Japan they are easy to find at discount shops or online auctions, however, there are things that you would need to look out for. 1. Voltage is 100V in Japan. 2. The depth of cut you would want to make your holes, some cut 5 sun (150mm) and others cut only 4 sun (120mm). 3. You would need to use them for a while to see which ones you like best, i.e., Hitachi vs. Makita vs. Ryobi. I prefer the Hitachi Kakunomi (30mm or 15mm square) and the Shinsera Komisen Kakunomi (15mm square). The Shinsera Komisen Kakunomi is not made anymore and I have never found one online or in stores. What is nice about this one is the trigger for up and down is simplified to one trigger which makes it easier to use and also prevents unwanted mistakes of pulling the trigger and cutting the hole to deep on accident. Ryobi makes a switch with trigger, meaning you have to set the direction with the switch (up or down) and then pull the trigger to move it in the direction you selected. This makes this a two step process which slows things down and can cause unwanted mistakes. Hope this helps. I will try to do a video on some of the common tools used in Japanese Carpentry to help clarify things. Take care.
Hey, thanks for sharing your experiences in Japan. Do you speak Japanese? How did you get the job? Do you work for them and gets in exchange a bed and food?
Thank you for watching. I do not speak Japanese well, but I have help. I do not work for exchange for living expenses either. I can't explain how I got this job as it would be difficult to do so. Sorry if this is not a great answer.
it's too bad that japanese homes are only built to last 25 years. the japanese have the carpentry and building expertise to make homes that last forever.
Very impressive. The skills on this job will provide a home that could last for centuries of time.
"1mm off? I think in the Japanese mind this causes lots of trouble…but in my mind? Good to go”. Lmao. So funny bro but I understand how true that rings. Appreciate all the content. I’m fascinated by Japanese Joinery and precision. Putting most American carpenters, myself included, to shame.
wow! thank you so much for such a detailed video with comments! it's practically impossible to find this kind of video here. it was very interesting for me and i'm waiting for the next parts.
Glad it was helpful! I am hoping to study more and be more detail oriented in these videos. I am not formally trained in construction work, please forgive me if my selection of words to explain certain parts of a house are inaccurate in English and Japanese. My journey through Japanese carpentry is constantly being refined and I learn something new upon each subsequent house build. Thank you for your kind comment!
@@thecarpentrylife this is something i'd also like to do, since i make furniture and japanese carpentry has a huge influence on my works. so really: i'm eager to watch your next videos on this subject! keep going!
Top tier content.
Thank you. Glad you liked it.
Just found your channel. Great info and inspiring. Thanks for taking the time to share.
Fascinating. Thanks for the info.
Cool. I've seen these marks in other videos and never knew whatthey mean. Good to know, thanks
So cool that you found a place to learn!
Oh cool. Just another version of a hollow chisel mortiser
Thank you so much
Congratulations Bud, I just discovered this channel, before I start it to enjoy each of yours videos you have the 👍👏👏👏 for sure because I know your Job is Awesome 🙏🏻
Thank you, Miguel.
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Cool video by a cool guy.
Thank you
Nice video :)
Are those "Zagane" nuts & washers available outside Japan? Has anybody a source?
Im your biggest fan brother
Thank you!
I've seen another video where the so called weep-holes are like 1.5" wide with pvc pipes suck in them; do they get filled back with concrete to prevent rodent infiltration after the house is done? Also, how tall is the foundation wall and sill?
Where is Shoyan?!
That's a lot of water...
Hello again ! ^^
One question : Between the video from Machida and this one, there is no Nut or Zagane ...
Is it a problem ? If i understand well, this Nut prevent from earthquake, the second from Machida is less secure ?
Or the construction and foundation techniques are different ?
Typically traditional Japanese houses are only set on top of stones. You would have to research the benefits of this, but I believe most older structures in Japan are free to move in the event of an earthquake which prevents unnecessary amount of stress on the numerous joints.
Curious as to why they use wood spaces rather than an isolation membrane like a sill sealer?
Hi @gary24752, I do not know much about sill sealers or an isolation membrane, but the high humidity of Japan might be a reason for leaving as much air space as possible. There will be a screen or mesh placed around the perimeter to keep rodents out, but I think the key with the spacers is to enable adequate air circulation and flow through the underside of the house. I hope that answers your question.
What is the thinking behind having the joists raised 1/2 a meter or so above the concrete slab?
This is a crawl space to access utilities. You will find most Japanese houses have a floor hatch or access to get into this crawl space. Thank you for watching.
would you be kind enough to point out the difference between Chu Oso Nome and Oire Nome , please? Arigato and regards, Michael
It almost looks like a pool. Doesn't it need to be drained?
There are weep holes, but earlier that week we had installed the foundation structure and the sawdust, etc. clogged the weep holes. But, yes the water shouldn't be there. It forms the crawl space for accessing the utilities throughout the house.
@@thecarpentrylife Please show them so I can pour myself a slab like that, assuming it is a slab with curb walls. Maybe the Japanese slab foundation could be a real timesaver for diyers.
Where can I find one of those framing squares? 2:31
@@david-ow3nv ended up finding one on eBay. It's awesome, way better than any framing square I've used yet when it comes to cutting lumber quickly and with precision. Can't use it for layout like a framing square though. Two different tools.
Where can I buy this Japanese Mobil mortiser that cute little square
Thank you for watching. If you are in Japan they are easy to find at discount shops or online auctions, however, there are things that you would need to look out for. 1. Voltage is 100V in Japan. 2. The depth of cut you would want to make your holes, some cut 5 sun (150mm) and others cut only 4 sun (120mm). 3. You would need to use them for a while to see which ones you like best, i.e., Hitachi vs. Makita vs. Ryobi. I prefer the Hitachi Kakunomi (30mm or 15mm square) and the Shinsera Komisen Kakunomi (15mm square). The Shinsera Komisen Kakunomi is not made anymore and I have never found one online or in stores. What is nice about this one is the trigger for up and down is simplified to one trigger which makes it easier to use and also prevents unwanted mistakes of pulling the trigger and cutting the hole to deep on accident. Ryobi makes a switch with trigger, meaning you have to set the direction with the switch (up or down) and then pull the trigger to move it in the direction you selected. This makes this a two step process which slows things down and can cause unwanted mistakes.
Hope this helps. I will try to do a video on some of the common tools used in Japanese Carpentry to help clarify things.
Take care.
Hey, thanks for sharing your experiences in Japan. Do you speak Japanese? How did you get the job? Do you work for them and gets in exchange a bed and food?
Thank you for watching. I do not speak Japanese well, but I have help. I do not work for exchange for living expenses either. I can't explain how I got this job as it would be difficult to do so. Sorry if this is not a great answer.
Hello Im from Sri lanka
Im a carpenter
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Or its a mortise machine…..,
it's too bad that japanese homes are only built to last 25 years. the japanese have the carpentry and building expertise to make homes that last forever.