MAKING SHOJI (障子) WINDOWS | JAPANESE WOODWORKING

[@mackenziefagras6150]

This is absolutely beautiful. I want to learn how to make shoji windows and doors. Did you study with somebody or are you self taught? Fantastic work. The idea of being able to add these in front of the standing structure of a glass windows is genius.

[@rawframeshandcrafted]

Thank you, I'm Self Taught, the book shown in the cover is a great start to learning how to do Shoji

[@mackenziefagras6150]

@@rawframeshandcrafted I'll have to pick up a copy. Thank you! I hope to see more of your creations

[@serafinacosta7118]

I was surprised this not being a generational shop passed by his fathers. Any trade in Japan is learnt from passed down knowledge. Yet he figured it on his own. And fitted his shop with all the right equipament and tools over the time to earn his living. Now that is earning your way to bliss and economic independence. One customer at time. No bosses , no hurry up pace. The window frames ( look like made out of pine ) might look flimsy at first , but they are built to be durable , unlike mass produced frames is the US and Brazil. A testament to Japanese unwavering commitment to craftsmanship. It is a pity you don’t have enough Japanese men and women to take up on trades as it used to be. A lost art , indeed.

[@richardsohmer8452]

inspiring work! I really admire the big layout square you are using (starting at 3:36). Can you tell us what it is / where you got it? Thank you !

[@jaafarmejri3361]

Great video. Except the blending effect: scene, dark, blend in the next scene...it happens so often that it disturbs a bit, especially if you blend in and out for just a few seconds

[@TonyOMalley-g7g]

Are shoji frames traditionally unfinished? or did you apply a finish at some point? Thanks

[@rawframeshandcrafted]

Yes beeswax

[@douglee650]

What type of wood, where did you buy?

[@serafinacosta7118]

Imam guessing white pine planks and boards. I do not see bamboo. The secret is to source the right pieces of wood , store them, use them , and fit the pieces snugly. It is the touch of the craftsman.

[@HTech123]

Your depth of field is so shallow that I get a headache watching your videos. I really admire your skills and your work, though.

[@egglyph]

All this pseudospiritual camera work and you can't even properly make a tenon for a frame.

[@dls64]

The person who thought the fading to black every few seconds was a good idea needs to be fired and banned from editing for life. Ruins the whole thing.

[@ericerf6837]

Relax…..deep breath…..watch something else :)