Japanese Carpentry exhibition tour at Japan House London

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Japanese Carpentry exhibition tour at Japan House London

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The guys and I had an amazing private tour of the Japanese Carpentry exhibition at the beautiful JAPAN HOUSE LONDON in Kensington London.
This exhibition of Japanese Carpentry showcases aspects such as the Timber grown and used, the craftspersons tools and techniques and exhibits that showcase the joinery specialisms and interesting facts
This Japanese Carpentry exhibition is called "The Carpenters' Line" and is at Japan House in London and is running until the end of Jan 2023, it is free to come in and there is a beautiful shop and restaurant to visit too
I feel deeply honoured to have been invited to Japan house for our tour and we are now super motivated to go out to Japan to look at more amazing Japanese Carpentry
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www.japanhouselondon.uk/
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00:00 Introduction
03:40 Raw Material
06:03 Some History
07:11 The Tools
10:37 Tools and the language
11:31 Joints and joinery
14:41 Lattice work
18:20 Cedar wood
19:02 compressing timber
19:45 Laquer work
21:30 Yew Trees
24:42 woven yew hat
26:56 Climbing wall from waste timber
29:04 Lattice work styles
32:00 Japanese wood bending
33:16 Joinery school
36:06 Our gifts!!!!

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@jackbird6325 Жыл бұрын

A documented YT trip to Japan from Robin and the gang would be epic !

@ukconstruction Жыл бұрын

That is the plan!!!

@mylowins Жыл бұрын

yes please ☝🏻

@philoloire6599 Жыл бұрын

@@ukconstruction If you could work with Japanese carpenters and show how they approach things that would be great video too!

@showmeez Жыл бұрын

@@ukconstruction The Japanese tourist board seems very open to working with youtubers and there's a big push to raise awareness of traditional crafts, hope you get backing. I've been over a few times, the architectural carpentry is breathtaking.

@aaronkerwin3703 Жыл бұрын

@@ukconstruction if you do this, would you show black smith work shops where they make the chisel/ knives

@sw1330 Жыл бұрын

By a country mile this is your best video yet. The level of knowledge, expertise, enthusiasm and sheer accessibility to the history of the craft of carpentry made this something that would not have been out of place on a mainstream or premium channel. Well done to all of you and your guides for an entertaining, informative and aesthetically riveting piece of videography and commentary. To simply go and walk around with a guide would have been one thing, but to want to explain, expand and share expertise in way to keep a viewer rapt is a talent. Well done to Robin, Ed and LLoyd for going a step further and introducing the culture of carpentry. Kudos to all of you. More, please!

@ukconstruction Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for your encouragement and kind words it means a lot to me and I will pass on to the lads!!

@ricos1497 Жыл бұрын

I didn't think you'd manage to get 40 minutes of interesting footage, but fair play, that was very good. Almost better than visiting in person I suspect. I've done quite a few of those Japanese joints, they're really challenging and a lot of fun. I recently did 6 kanawa tsugi (scarf joint you showed) as part of a clothes drier (one of the ceiling ones) I was making for the house. I was getting quite good by the end! The marking out of many Japanese joints is a skill in itself, there is so much to think about. I mainly work with hand tools (as a hobby), and I'd recommend anyone who's into joinery or carpentry to give some a go. I use "the complete Japanese joinery" book as well as a couple of others to get the information around layout and such like. If you can incorporate into a piece of furniture or box or whatever then brilliant, but otherwise just use a couple of offcuts. Make sure they are 100% square on all sides though!

@antonoat Жыл бұрын

Great stuff guys, very interesting , thanks for sharing it 👏👍😀

@ukconstruction Жыл бұрын

You are welcome!!! Thanks for watching too!

@therealdojj Жыл бұрын

if anyone wants to watch a fantastic japanese carpenter then i'd highly recommend @ShoyanJapaneseCarpenter norm abram levels of skill there and lots of old school names and techniques when he's building which just adds to the experience

@T.E.P.. Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this very special video. Each and every vid is a HUGE gift and packed full of info and education. Thank you Robin!

@ukconstruction Жыл бұрын

Your welcome Thor, have a great Christmas mate

@jimkenny4154 Жыл бұрын

Just love all to do with japanese carpentry especially the tools that are used.

@marcmcgettigan3580 Жыл бұрын

That was an absolutely brilliant video. The Japanese woodworking and metalworking techniques and traditions are so impressive and interesting. Thanks for sharing

@maciejdrywa4798 Жыл бұрын

Just amazing craftsmanship

@SmallWonda Жыл бұрын

Fascinating - how many people care that much about their work? Lovely to see - and is there anywhere in the 'West' where students would give up their life for their craft??? Glad these amazing traditions are still being practiced & revered. Very good video, thank you!

@bobbydazzler9547 Жыл бұрын

Robin, legend has it that if you go deep into the Japanese forest you will find Grand Master Hattori Hanzo who will teach you the 1 inch scarf joint. This skill is essential if you hope to survive your encounter with Boss Rebecca. A yellow jump suit awaits the victor.

@utensil999 Жыл бұрын

You guys have got to go to Japan and hida takayama. I was lucky enough to go there 12 years ago as part of a tour of Japan. You would be like kids and a sweet shop!

@ukconstruction Жыл бұрын

It is a big a big dream of ours!! We are desperately trying to get this organised for 2023!! Wish us luck!

@utensil999 Жыл бұрын

@@ukconstruction good luck robin. I really hope you make this happen.

@everydaybiker Жыл бұрын

Just stunning, thanks

@stevenwest3555 Жыл бұрын

Wow this is 1 mile away from where I live , I didn’t even know about this place . Thanks for showing us

@ukconstruction Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome 😊

@dazzatay Жыл бұрын

Wow, coincidence. I'm off to Japan for Christmas to see the in-laws and we are visiting Hida for a spa trip.

@ukconstruction Жыл бұрын

That sounds amazing!! Make sure to dm me some pics at my Instagram!!!

@nickjones3222 Жыл бұрын

This is a great video of a fascinating exhibition!👏👏👏

@ukconstruction Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

@wandsworthconstruction Жыл бұрын

I had such a good time here with Robin and Ed!

@ukconstruction Жыл бұрын

Well done for organising Lloyd

@derekrobertson1548 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing, looks like you guys had an amazing day. I would love to go on a course to learn the techniques of Japanese joinery but not the one in the video bugger that for a laugh, don't think I would last a week. Huge respect for all those that have and are doing the course.

@TOPtee34 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant

@LloydTaylor Жыл бұрын

So good!

@doodons Жыл бұрын

Fascinating

@WORCESTERTHATCH Жыл бұрын

Absolutely one of the most entertaining, informative vlogs I've seen in a long time Robin. Love it when Ed says "I can take it apart no problem" 🤔priceless! 👍

@ukconstruction Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!!

@jimkenny4154 Жыл бұрын

Just a quick update you may want to check a Japanese carpenter called shoyan you can find him on KZfaq.

@peterwilson53 Жыл бұрын

Fabulous video - thank you

@liamtaylor5122 Жыл бұрын

lloyd is a proper seedy looking fella lol. seen him going in for deeks on the lassy a few times

@robbierob9661 Жыл бұрын

Amazing thanks again. lads

@ukconstruction Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

@theduftmeister Жыл бұрын

Can't see those 2 young female apprentices having to pop down to screwfix any time soon/ever. What dedication. 👏👏 Great video Robin and insight from the team at Japan House.

@ukconstruction Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!!

@ToraKwai Жыл бұрын

planning to go see this in the new year so i'm going to save watching this until after i've been in person i think

@ukconstruction Жыл бұрын

Hi Peter, its a great exhibition and the fact that it is free is also wonderful, Japan House is a great place and there is also a Japanese restaurant on the top floor that looked great!! have a good time and let me know what you think!

@bigmonkey999888 Жыл бұрын

Hi, Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year Steve

@ukconstruction Жыл бұрын

Happy Xmas Steve!!

@flyingjackcarpentry9394 Жыл бұрын

Is this a permanent exibit? Would absolutely love this.

@Chain21SAW Жыл бұрын

Totally ace video mate , wanted to visit this exhibition but didn’t manage …. Bit of a mission from Devon ..

@ukconstruction Жыл бұрын

It was a good exhibition, glad you liked the footage!!

@sjw45023 Жыл бұрын

Hi Robin, I have been watching your videos for years and think you are the man! I have a question to ask you or any carpenters reading this….. I have bought a timber kit bungalow which was built in the 70’s which has 3x2 external stud walls filled with approx 60mm cotton insulation in brown paper bags. Do I rip off plasterboard and install 70mm PIR or add strapping to studs to add greater depth of 100mm PIR or do I leave the walls as they are and strap over the plasterboard with day 2x2 and install a 50mm PIR. I don’t know what is the better option for the external leaf of the building and to gain a decent U value Many thanks in advance if anyone responds to this! Thanks

@davetaylor4741 Жыл бұрын

Wouldn't mind going to see that but a bit of a stretch from Qld. Japanese wood working has always been second to none. The emphasis is on the quality. And the number of the old buildings that still exist despite the earthquakes are testament to that. I have watched some modern KZfaq type videos of current carpentry and some of it has gone the way of our slap dash ways. But there is still an element of the craftsmanship in Japan. Look out for videos on just chisels or planes. The variety is endless and the prices are out there. But fascinating. Japan is on my bucket list of places to go. Perhaps one day.

@ukconstruction Жыл бұрын

See you there Dave!!

@paul_my_plumbs_uk Жыл бұрын

🎤🎤🎶🎶🎶 The vapours - - turning Japanese 😃😃😃

@clonie9963 Жыл бұрын

I was just thinking that Robin turned Japanese size 😂

@ukconstruction Жыл бұрын

Nope my henchmen are just massive!!

@videostarish Жыл бұрын

I think I've seen the spear-plane used in traditional English.. or Japanese oak-beams, to 'scallop' the edges... 🤔

@kevinronald4137 Жыл бұрын

The percentage of land over to forest in Japan was interesting you might not know but all the land built upon including business premises and road surface structure in the UK is 12%.

@ukconstruction Жыл бұрын

Thats an interesting fact!!

@Allegedly2right Жыл бұрын

Make it fit pass that big hammer that’s how we do it in the U.K. Japanese it’s art some of their joints haha who figured that one out say no more they are the kiddies

@peaceranger7215 Жыл бұрын

Truly excellent video, noticed a behavioural posture issue with the youngen in the videos front page…. Hands in pockets needs nipping in the bud.

@ukconstruction Жыл бұрын

Good point!

@limmoblack Жыл бұрын

Why don't you go tell em?

@badninja1971 Жыл бұрын

Regarding the Yew in the UK, most churches have Yew trees remaining as farmers stripped most off their land as they’re toxic to livestock. 👍

@ukconstruction Жыл бұрын

Thats interesting!! I love facts like this, thanks for watching

@badninja1971 Жыл бұрын

@@ukconstruction Look forward to you getting hands on in Japan. Did cabinet making as my City & Guilds back in the day. Wish I’d of known more about Japanese joinery back then. A true art form.

@tellis9844 Жыл бұрын

Tell you what this just exemplifies the loss of craftmanship in this country. For an ultra high tech economy like Japan to still hold onto the traditions and skillset is humbling. We could learn a lot for them.

@nigelscott1922 Жыл бұрын

Yew trees were under which people would get married in ancient times, the church piggybacked on this idea that’s why they are associated with church yards.

@William1st Жыл бұрын

Robin is smaller than a small Japanese girl. That's seriously small.

@Paul-XCIV2 Жыл бұрын

Search youtube for "Ancient Technology of Making Cabinet Furnitures - Impossible Looking Dovetail Joint" amazing video, when was the last time you made a cabinet.. sitting on the floor!