40-Yr Contractor Learns Japanese House Construction

Essential Craftsman October 11, 2025
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In the comments of previous videos, I was encouraged to watch the Shoyan Japanese Carpenter. I've done it. I think this man is the finest carpenter I have ever seen in action. I'm so glad I didn't miss this. Thank you! Allowable Tolerances in Framing: https://youtu.be/k_3yhHC3oR4?si=GO6BfaMkd7uR-8NP This video is from the channel The Shoyan Japanese Carpenter: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdf5QHEpfrg3KydeT3iD2IQ Give it a watch and subscribe! Music in this video: Elder - Headlund Enjoy EC? Hang out w/ Scott 2x month in Zoom calls, get our best trainings, real community, & more perks by joining the Essential Craftsman Academy (it's CHEAP & the best way to support!) 👉🏻 https://essentialcraftsman.com/academy 👈🏻 👕 T Shirts, Hoodies, and Merch: http://bit.ly/2C7JFRv 🔨 Buy a Formsetter Hammer: https://www.essentialcraftsman.com/formsetter ⚒ Free Starter Blacksmithing Tool List https://bit.ly/blacksmithingtools 💪🏼 Free Guide - 100 Tools Every Craftsman Must Have https://bit.ly/EC100tools 👷🏼‍♂️ If you are going to hire a contractor for a big project PLEASE read our ebook first! https://amzn.to/2v6qZ6j 📱 Follow on social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/essentialcraftsman/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Essentialcraftsman TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@essentialcraftsman Questions or ideas? 📧 Email: [email protected] Amazon Affiliate Links: Amazon Store http://amzn.to/2pcUk8G Makita 18v Impact https://amzn.to/2R9uamN 4 ft level https://amzn.to/389qsQa Utility Knife https://amzn.to/2RjVRJL Palm Nailer https://amzn.to/2LhvTTd Spencer Tape https://amzn.to/2EQWxPy Carpenter Bags https://amzn.to/2XeBaC1 Belt https://bit.ly/3MsdijV Hammer https://amzn.to/31y4q66 Tape Measure https://amzn.to/2WYg23Q Skil Saw https://amzn.to/2UcQyLi