Japanese Joinery Keepsake Box

Master 3 traditional Japanese joints (kanawa tsugi, ari shiguchi, kiguchi) while building a beautiful keepsake box. No power tools required.

Intermediate ⏱ 6 hours By Woodworking Place Team

Tools Required

  • Chisels (1/4", 1/2")
  • Dovetail saw
  • Marking gauge
  • Block plane

Materials

  • Hard maple 1/2" x 6" x 24"
  • Walnut 1/4" x 3" x 12" (contrast)
  • Wood glue
  • Finish (oil/wax)

Project Details

Difficulty
Intermediate
Estimated Time
6 hours
Format
Free web guide with downloadable PDF
Tags
joinery, hand-tools, gifts, traditional

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