Dad’s Japanese Workshop Kit
Dad’s Japanese Workshop Kit
The ultimate workshop starter set for the craftsman who demands precision and quality. This curated bundle brings together essential Japanese hand tools and measuring instruments to equip a complete workspace.
Includes a Komame Ryoba Saw 240mm for versatile crosscutting and ripping, paired with a Genno hammer 225g for driving and shaping work. Measure and mark with confidence using the Sujikehiki Marking Gauge 120mm, 30cm and 10cm rulers, 15cm Carpenter's Square with Stop, and 45°/90° Aluminum Layout Gauge.
Shape and refine with hand tools: Japanese Oire Nomi 18mm bench chisel for precise joinery, Shinto Saw Rasp E1201 Medium & Fine 200mm for aggressive stock removal, and two Carving Files—Flat and Half Round 100mm—for detailed finishing work. Complete the set with an HB pencil pack for marking.
Built for serious makers. Each tool reflects traditional Japanese craftsmanship and modern reliability, designed to last through years of dedicated use.
This set Includes
- Komame Ryoba Saw 240mm
- Sujikehiki Marking Gauge 120mm
- Genno Hammer - 225g
- 15cm Carpenter's Square with Stop
- 45°/90° Aluminum Layout Gauge
- Japanese Oire Nomi 18mm
- 30cm and 10cm Pick-up Rulers
- Shinto Saw Rasp E1201 Medium & Fine 200mm
- Carving Files—Flat and Half Round 100mm
- HB pencil pack
This is a beautiful tool I really enjoy using. The weight is just right for the the kind of projects I do. I used it to drive my Japanese chisels when doing dovetails and also to hammer in the wooden "nails" through the dovetails to keep them tight (since I am not using glue in this project). Great for precision work, but can also pack quite a punch when held at the end of the handle. Great balance too! Arrived much sooner than first estimated which gave me a nice surprise. I now got the 375gr one and it also arrive way before it was initially estimate. I am very pleased!
Very good tool and easy to use. Good ergonomics. Overall performance is very good Would recommend this product. Have compared it with other Marking gauge that I have and it's performance is on par and in certain situation outperformed the others.
Hi all,
I found the marking tool to be light accurate and prefect for my furniture restoring and cabinet making. It also helps with machine set up and marking out.
I bought this little half round wood file to do the finishing touches to the stringer on my fish surfboards. The delicate final touches of tidying up the stringer end in the butt crack of the tail.A narrow piece of wood in a tight spot surrounded on both sides by soft foam. One slip and it is all over and will show up under the glass job.This is the tool that does the job the best by far. Thanks.
My first overall experience with the saw/rasp very sharp which means very clean lines and makes short work especially on mahogany/maple ,... I luv these tools
The Shinto Saw Rasp is one of the best rasps I have ever used. I work mostly with very difficult hard wood species such as Bulloak and red gum, known for their hardness and tear out during hand planing or other surfacing. This rasp is easy to use and offers great control during operation whilst removing heaps of material at the same time.
Best tool ever purchased. Makes my artifacts the smoothest they have ever been.
The efficiency of this file is amazing. It saves so much time yet also produces an excellent finish. Fantastic product.
As with other Shinwa products it is a beautifully precise tool offering a good range of settings and measurements. While it is relatively small, when it is used in conjunction with other rulers and squares, it’s usefulness is greatly extended.
I've only had a chance to test it out on a small piece of Aussie buloke (hardest word in the world) and it just effortlessly removes excess timber.
I find it leaves a slightly rougher finish than the shinto rasp (fine) but is much better suited to the more intricate shaping.
Brilliant little file. I use it for smoothing out the tuning channels on guitars I make. I does a much better and cleaner job any other tool. JTA as always delivered in super quick time at a great price!
Hi David,
Thrilled that this great tool is being made to use such wonderful things. If you feel like sharing your work please email us or tag us in instagram.
Wishing you many happy hours at the workbench,
The JTA Team
As always with Japanese wood files they are in a league of their own: easy to use and leaves a finish as good as a wood plane.
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Excellent little tool. Gets into all the nooks and crannies I want.
Very effective tool
Awsome tools where have they been hiding
Lovely tool to work with
This tool will come in very handy for corner measurements. It is precision crafted and well designed.
Yet to fully put it through its paces but at so far it has proven itself as a high quality and versatile measuring tool. Good value for money.
High quality and excellent tool to use.
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I like the rulers a lot at this early stage.
Easy to set and use, solid construction, precise tool. I just wish I’d read the description properly - it has a blade for scoring, not a pencil or lead for marking.
Great balance and easy to use. The 3 mm is great for right areas.
Another fine product from Shinwa
Very good!!!
Very good
This hammer is beautifully balanced and a delight to use. More to come methinks.
Perfect