I Can't Build a Bench More Beautiful Than This [Carpenter’s DIY]

[@DigiLab360]

Anyone else in the US surprised by the incredible quality of Japanese construction lumber?

[@gardnerwriteradventurer]

At least in usa the lumber can be called lumber . U should see india

[@xpkareem]

Yes. I think you can find high quality lumber in the US but you gotta be in the know. Also he has amazing tools and amazing skills which helps make it look even better. If you gave me that same lumber it would probably end up looking like I bought it at Home Depot fire sale. ;)

[@nathanmarineau3993]

He didn't get that lumber from Home Depot...

[@forgottenman8629]

@@nathanmarineau3993 no he didn't, it came from Canada or the US West Coast, Japanese have a love affair with Doug fir vertical grain...

[@davidwarren4569]

I think the Japanese keep all their timber. No exports.

[@saraalcala1621]

If you retire, please don't stop making these wonderful videos.

[@jasonhelmes3015]

Such straight lines there really is so much beauty hidden in simplicity

[@sujektomek]

Hi! I'm from Poland. My grandfather was a carpenter. When I look at your work, I remember my youth time. . . Thanks for the video, your work and the reminder of old carpentry techniques... and my Grandpa... 🥲😍

[@Samsonmetaphysical]

You have inspired me to make one for my home. Mine will only be eight feet long and constructed out of redwood, Thank you for being you.

[@larrysmith1170]

Your carpentry is so good I think you are as much a artist as carpenter. I really enjoy watching you work .

[@billsingh75]

lets give this great person one million subs. he deserves it.

[@dwp1970]

Elegant and beautiful design. I also enjoy the laughing at yourself for the glove choice to apply oil finish.

[@ptj6412]

I think it suits your beautiful home perfectly. Thank you for sharing your craft with us,.

[@stevensakic4342]

This Gentlemen is taking pride and Joy in his work. Really nice to see , good for him. Really enjoy watching his work.

[@bamsebrumbamsebrumen5403]

Have to love that tennon machine 😋, loved the shaver too...

[@resdin]

The amount of Experience in his work become visible in how he handles big tools. I’m a furniture maker by trade, and seeing this guy swinging around that huge circle saw is a pleasure

[@flynow5614]

I'm a low end furniture maker. All I have is a hatchet and cauk.

[@tomCANshuffle]

Was thinking the same thing, he does it with such grace.

[@davidhamann1300]

it is all in the details, you sir, are a craftsman.

[@dansome3563]

Pls Mr Shoyan DON'T RETIRE IT'S AMAZING THE THINGS YOU ARE CREATING Thank you

[@hardworker645]

God bless this man and his family

[@trev2417]

Brilliant traditional joinery 😊😊😊

[@NRye85]

So amazed and subscribed! Please don't retire - please keep teaching

[@simple-sheeps]

His effortless precision is evidence to how many years he has been doing this

[@robbwood7974]

A true master. Your young apprentice is very lucky to have you!

[@justgoballistic]

I lived in Japan for three years in the early 80's, Morito Beach, Hayama. 3 of the best years of my life. I miss the culture very much. Great work.

[@jesusgastelum5035]

I am a carpenter in the states, but after watching your videos I don’t want to call myself a carpenter anymore. I have a lot more to learn. Thank you for inspiring me to reach a greater level of skill.

[@terrencemanuelito7495]

Nice wood working, FYI carpenters never retire 😄 👍🏽. Terry from the Navajo reservation. 2nd generation carpenter.

[@kevand8711]

well i hope you reach your goal i enjoy the craftmanship and talent you have if you do retire or semi retire hope you have many years of enjoyment.

[@tonybenton1552]

Absolutely excellent…not just the craft but the person

[@h20s8804]

I'm and English language viewer, from OR in US. I lived in Niigata ken for a couple years in the 90's. I worked for a long time as a carpenter in the US. I love to watch your work. And... I subscribed long ago.

[@vinjavarapu]

Great carpenter of the world God bless you

[@paulgoulden9988]

Don't be ashamed to ask - I have subscribed. Been watching your channel for a while and love watching your excellent work

[@ckleinig]

Wonderful joinery skills and some tools and machines I have never seen before. Thank you sir. Perth, Western Australia.

[@christophercastor6666]

We always take care of our personal projects last here in USA. It seems to be universal! We have a lot in common!

[@muhammadasadkhan3564]

His carpentry skills are just something from another world.

[@mathquir190]

I live in the same world then.

[@maoribaca2655]

yall better get subscribing because this man never misses with a video

[@Chindro2828]

This man has the craziest variety of machines. I love them all!

[@pegase0013]

Cherish these moments with your father.wish I could do this with mine.

[@kevinstanton2663]

It is indeed beautiful and built by a master . Please don't retire or stop making videos . Your ability and attitude to perfection is a lesson for any up and coming person wanting to work with wood . I saw a prayer above a wood work shop which read " May people who don't work with wood find something else that's just as good " I am sure you agree ? I have worked with wood all my life and envy your ability . My praise is heart felt .

[@ItzCoopzFtw]

You and Paul Sellers are my two favourite Carpenter/Joiners on here. Always a pleasure seeing your craft.

[@green_building]

Different approach

[@BilgenBrendan]

Maybe one of my favorite videos on furniture making! Please keep making furniture!

[@Neithersilvernorgold]

I love the humility of the Japanese people, very kind as always.

[@doctorstainy]

That is some sweet woodwork, I love how there is not a single knot on that wood, perfect bench.

[@shawaam]

It's honestly kind of insane how much work this man puts into everything. So much attention goes into every single plank of wood.

[@krenwregget7667]

that's called being a good carpenter. Building anything the right way takes time, skill and attention.

[@shawaam]

@@krenwregget7667 Oh absolutely, but it certainly is rare to see it.

[@brutebernard1770]

Yeap, a true Daiku-san.

[@jamespyacek2691]

And he's got the coolest tools!

[@krenwregget7667]

@@jamespyacek2691 I'm very jealous of his jointer/planer and I've never seen a 'super surfacer' here in Canada, nor that saw with the dado stack for cutting rebates.

[@troypfuhl14]

p.s.s Master San, I've been watching the content for about 2 years now and appreciate all of it multiple occasions 😁. Troy 😎 P.s I wish Your son good fortune in his future as well. Troy 😎

[@troypfuhl14]

Thank you! Troy 😎

[@DanMaker]

Congratulations on reaching 100k subscribers on this channel!

[@eduardomontes1276]

It ´s a gem !!! beautiful job carpenter san, 👍👏👏💪💪 I hope that the day you retire, your son inherits not only the tools but also your qualities and your ingenuity to create such wonderful things. It's a pleasure to watch your videos every time.

[@johnfstockland]

Never knew they made such small super surfacers, would love one in my shop

[@oktuluo]

Was that the Ryobi scraper tool?

[@michael.knight]

@@oktuluo No, it's the machine that creates shavings like a hand plane. If you google Super Surfacer you'll find the bigger version of it.

[@brisbanebiking]

yeah man where I can get one of those, seems only in Japan

[@timgoodliffe]

i much prefer videos like this to your usual house building videos, thank you

[@GNU_Linux_for_good]

I've never seen a tenon machine like this. And the bench couldn't be more beautiful - that goes without saying.

[@kentoskentos8428]

Beautiful, really beautiful. This is the kinda furniture I would pay for happily knowing that it’s Well made and will last.

[@JuliodelaYncera]

Love your channel. Love to see the way Japanese do woodworking. Very different than in the west. Very interesting!

[@fatehdebbah]

I see a Japanese woodworking channel I directly subscribe.

[@swifty-lizard]

Showing us the old ways incorporated with new ones and still delivering a beautiful, practical efficient ,piece of work and yes haha old house almost needs old stuff to suit it sometimes but maybe house needs a new look to suit new stuff 🤔

[@christophercastor6666]

We should Subscribe because Shoyan is a true Master and we should show our appreciation and respect for his efforts in sharing his lifetime of knowledge. Thank you Master Shoyan -Castor

[@engkuskusnadi1827]

A very nice work. And I am now a subscriber of your youtube channel.

[@ikust007]

8:50 thank you for this technic. The block is indeed useful

[@GkPhotographic]

hi from Dublin Ireland . its fantastic watching a master craftsman , i hope you never lose the hunger to create . blessings from the land of the setting sun .

[@ibleedred1988]

it's a joy to watch your channel. Thanks for sharing your skills and knowledge. Melbourne, Australia

[@rafaelponce8218]

Please,don't ever retire! Arigato!

[@grimcore119]

Beautiful craftsmanship, you are almost there 100k subs 頑張って!

[@troypfuhl14]

Master, I wish you luck in your endeavor. I thought you were already beyond 100k. Thank you for your Masterful skills. Troy 😎

[@gasgiant7122]

Greetings from UK love your videos, I would love to visit Japan everybody seems very polite❤ by the way I just subscribed 👍

[@elainestokes7822]

He has some unreal tools at his disposal, gee I’d love to have a couple of them.❤❤

[@TheBobbot]

For some reason this has been my favourite, that it is something for your own home and it's been put off doing, not just for a few weeks but years is the most relatable thing for any craft. Already being 40 and seeing the craft and profession of your trade. You are a true master and it's very easy to see and also follow but also notice the work and skill going into it. Woodworking, Painting, Plumbing, Art... working up the energy and motivation to do these things for yourself is always a world apart from doing them as a daily profession. :)

[@mothilall1040]

Thanks for sharing your skills and motivating amateurs to take up DIY projects.

[@AaronoutmyCobb]

How delicately deliberate he handles every piece of timber is something else.

[@zyojijackson6405]

Shoyan-son, thank you very much! I am currently in Ibaraki-Ken, Japan visiting relatives for the first time since 1987 when I was a child. I am delighted and inspired by your work and I have purchased several Japanese chisels to bring home to Canada for my own projects. Thank you for honoring us by sharing!

[@NextLevelCraftworks]

I watch your videos in the morning to get motivated to go to work :D

[@chahahc]

You guys over there have sone insane quality timber.

[@kiwifruitpoo]

It’s really enjoyable to watch Japanese achieve similar principles as traditional Western woodworking but with different tools and techniques. Pulling the saws and planes instead of pushing and much greater use of the body for work holding instead of clamps.

[@coolcat1813]

Great, as always! But everytime I see Shoyan using the planer machine without utilizing the safety fence/guard, I am becoming nervous. really, every time. 👀

[@dconvention8568]

Emperor Shoyan! Today you asked for subscribers. Today I subscribed. I’m addicted to your content: your craftsmanship, professionalism and patience are rarely found qualities in the 21st century. I discovered your KZbin channel around last December while doing research on a variety of topics related to carpentry, hand tools and power tools. My objective is to build a range of simple, furniture with clean lines for home. The furniture must maximize space - nesting desks, tables and benches and discretely hide furniture when not in use during the day. Discovering your KZbin channel is dangerously intoxicating. A beginner like me can easily acquire a false sense of confidence after watching you. You make things look so effortless; and that’s the danger. The most talented people, regardless of profession, make the difficult look easy. Think I’ve watched virtually all of your English channel content. Can’t wait for your next video, Emperor, Shoyan! All the best from beautiful Vancouver, Canada!

[@lohikarhu734]

Hello to you, in my "home town" from 🇨🇦 in 🇩🇪 Can you say su goi??

[@dconvention8568]

@@lohikarhu734 Hello Lohi! Thanks for the comment. So, were you born in Vancouver or, did you live here for a few years? When, where and why did you move to Germany? You got me puzzled with your question. You want me to say [type], sugoi. Okay, sugoi! See ya!

[@myronsmith2114]

What took you so long to subscribe.The man should not have to ask if you are getting value from his work

[@iamkorbendallas]

Such a beautiful and elegant piece of furniture. Thank you for providing this video in English.

[@glenlongstreet7]

I subscribed during the first episode of the house build. I wait for your next episode.

[@FordmanGTHO351]

I’m always amazed at the level of skill and beauty of work displayed by the older generation of Japanese carpenters. You truly are an amazing man. I wish I had 1/16th the skill and knowledge you possess

[@StableNomad]

That lumber! So nice! Also it's the first time I've seen a power smoother, very interesting.

[@johnandaya3699]

A very talented man,keep it up sir ur great.

[@abrz4976]

Father and son beautiful project. 👍🏻

[@10wilsonm10]

This is art. Beautiful craftsmanship. That bench will be used by hundreds of people

[@bocan3189]

You are one with your wood Sir. Your love for the craft shows, even in the smallest of ways.

[@javiermachin1]

Beautiful. Simple, elegant. Like so many Japanese things. Thank you for sharing your expertise Mr. Shoyan. Greetings from Mexico.

[@Robert1Bennett]

Craftsman inspired woodwork thank you for showing this beautiful piece.

[@woodworkingaspirations1720]

Excellent. There was a lot of cleaning up to do after this work

[@olivierVitrant]

Hello, yes I subscribe to your channel! with great pleasure ! I always enjoy watching your videos. Thank you for your great work and thank you for sharing your knowledge and expertise.

[@michaelbenson2024]

The Love of labor and Wood has a new home. Excellent Craftsmanship

[@williamanderson9557]

I love how politely you asked us to subscribe. Done! I appreciate the insight into a different process that I gain from watching your videos. Thank you!

[@meatmaster8636]

I love this bench video! I subscribed to your channel. I'm very impressed with your skills. I have a son who is currently in Osaka working as an English teacher. I live in Oregon USA. The joinery techniques of Japan, and other countries is very nice to learn, and I will be trying this wedge joinery technique soon. Thank you.

[@Critter145]

I am a potter, and someday I would love to have a studio made with carpentry like you make. Bravo. 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@edwardallen8068]

I'm subscribed, Scott Brown sent me over here when he mentioned you on his channel. I love your work. Thankyou

[@ade725]

Thank you, your work is faultless and fantastic. A true craftsman.

[@taporter2]

Absolute pro. Thank you for showing us your incredible skill.

[@harlanjames5240]

Thank you from The United States, this is beautiful!!!!! I have subscribed :)

[@tonylazuto9001]

I've never seen a tenoning machine like that...insane!

[@byOldHand]

Of course, I'm going to subscribe with pleasure. Deepest respect to all Craftsmen.

[@paulelam2789]

Sometimes the simplest designs are the hardest to make because every imperfection is easier to see. This bench is flawless! You are truly skilled. Thank you for sharing

[@t.puschel8644]

I'm always enthused to see your work on both chanels (E/J). Thank you very much.

[@joeschmoe6392]

Arigato gozaimasu! Such amazing work, Shoyan-sama!!! I will pray to the Buddha and all the Shinto gods you reach 100k very soon! Arigato, shishou!

[@matthewwysocki5019]

Very nice. You are a true craftsman. I like they way you respect the wood.

[@percyjohnsson816]

I have seen your videos for a long time and thought I was noticed as a subscriber. Is this not the same as your earlier videos? A beatiful bench by the way!

[@TheComputec]

I am as envious of his workshop and carpentry skills as a I am about the amount of timber stock he has in his workshop. He has more timber than my local independent wood-yard!

[@johnsrabe]

It’s not asking too much to ask us to subscribe. It’s part of the deal.

[@philliparudolph9595]

beautiful and elegant creation, Thank you for sharing

[@ademkollari8992]

It's a genuine joy to watch you work. Throughly enjoyed the video. Thank you for sharing!

[@sixpoint3130]

Smart, elegant, efficient and inspiring 🙏 👍