How to Make a 5 Finger Box Joint with Japanese Tools

How to Make a 5 Finger Box Joint with Japanese Tools

You can learn the basics of Japanese woodworking, especially Japanese furniture making. Here is a series of videos explaining how to make a 5 finger box joint.

How to Make a Pin Board

The first step is to make a pin board. In this video, a Japanese master craftsman makes it for a basic box joint. You will learn how to mark the board and how to cut it using a Japanese pull saw and chisel.

How to Make a Tail Board

Once the pin board is complete, the next step is the tail board. This video shows how to mark the board, how to cut it using a Japanese pull saw and chisel, and how to strengthen the tail-and-socket joint. You can learn to dry fit for a strong joint.

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