I really like Japanese craftsmanship. Not just because it's the best, but because of the care and pride they take in it. Even large companies are the same. When I bought a Mitutoyo calliper, I was amazed at just the cardboard box it came it. It wasn't just a plain box, someone took time to think about how to make it worthy of the tool inside it. It's sad that we no longer get that here in Europe. The US still has quite a few places like that, but in Europe they're so, so rare.
I own a KDS measure tape from early 2000 made in Japan. I have no words to describe the accuracy and durability even after 20 so years. Enjoy every tool these craftsman make.
Scott, you’ve got an amazing wife who has not only the patience to travel all the way to Japan for you to look at tools, but to let you appreciate tools from TWO shops and even buy some to take home with you! Some days I feel lucky to bring something home from the Home Depot lol. We’re all looking forward to your next video, as always, but this one is particular! Very interested in learning more about this Japanese unit of measurement and how it is used, along with what their codes may be. What amazing woodworking skills and tools Japan has. Can’t wait!
I spent hours at multiple Japanese tool stores, this video brings back those great memories. Inoue Hamono was a great experience and glad to see the son helping you just like he helped me pick out a few things.
@@MarkL71 I went to some mom & pop shops in Osaka, the ones where they have a bunch of those temporary displays outside the store and prob 200-400sqft max, with super narrow aisles - however they had cheaper prices compared to Tokyo for most of their tools (same makers/brand). Nice, lucky you got to attend the Miki festival, I'd love to be able to see the craftsmen themselves and learn more about the tools they make. Will you be going to the Kezurou Kai this year? I think it's Nov 9/10th in Hadano.
@@henryy3752 Awesome. And those makers are all here in Miki in person. Tomorrow we head to Bankane in Aichi, then back to Tokyo and up to Sendai. Check thos out... Takashi Kodake, Akiu Craft Village, Sendai. They've agreed to sell me some 5m yo bog wood stock.
I love Japanese people. I work at a Japanese tool and die shop for an automobile manufacturer and by far the most gracious people I’ve ever met. Love the video!
If you're going to Tokyo for the first time the Sky Tree may seem like the most cliched, "tourist-y" thing you can do but I absolutely recommend it. Not only is it an incredibly cool looking structure but the view from the top really drives home just how unimaginably massive the city is. I've been fortunate to live in a large city for a time, and visit a number of cities outside the US and I've never seen anything like Tokyo. Even from the top of the Sky Tree it seems impossible to see the end of the skyline in any direction. Truly breathtaking stuff. Really hoping I get a chance to go back to Japan at some point.
Scott, Thanks for the education on Japanese units of measurement. When I went out on my own in 1982 following my apprenticeship as a Cabinet-maker (just retired), my first thicknesses-jointer was a Makita. The graduation bar on the thicknesser had what I thought were 1/8” graduations but there were 10 to the inch. 42 years later and now I know why.
So glad to see you both enjoying the city I call home for over 25 years. I love watching videos of people discovering Japan, especially those who come with an appreciation of the culture and craftsmanship found here.
One of the things I enjoy about your channel is that you just love tools. Good, functional tools are something I really appreciate. I am just a bit jealous.
Maybe due to the fact that Japanese people being raised with a sense of respect, honor and responsibility? How often have you seen videos of Japanese school kids cleaning their classrooms at the end of each day? Teaching kids the value of being clean at a young age goes a long way to a more clean looking community? Plus there are bins inside Konbini wa and you are also advised to take the rubbish back to the store you purchased your food from.
@soulblighter404 Not just photos. On my daily walk to the station in the morning I used to see juniors from the local high school walking around in their uniforms cleaning the streets around the school.
Now you have just given an extra reason to visit Japan. Tamiya & Woodworking tools stores...Paradise! I'll enjoy checking all stuff on 4 wheels that they have over there as well. make good use of your new tools 💥
Went to Japan for my 5 year anniversary with my wife, I dragged her to that same hand crafted tool store at the 9 minute mark. Glad to see it in the video.
So far in all the years I have both massively enjoyed and been inspired by your videos costing me a fortune in tools that have encouraged me to take on other work and learn new skills (of which I will be forever thankful) I am now finding myself for the first time ever looking at possibly taking a long haul holiday! Thank you so much Scott and Jess for the constant enjoyment that I have had over the years following your adventures
7:52 this moment is what got me to subscribe. LOVE people sharing what they're passionate about, even better when you can capture the moments of childlike glee. Thanks both for sharing your trip 😅😂❤
I showed my Japanese wife the video - “I know exactly how his wife feels,” she said, with a sigh, having experienced the same on many trips home to Japan to see friends and relations. For me, a very pleasant feeling of deja vu in the tool shops, especially Konan!! Love it 👍 Ps, only 14 hours from the U.K. 😂
Great video Scott. Interesting side of Japan for those of us who aren't into tools. I think a lot of people would go to Japan do the insta-tourism attractions and miss out on all the finer craftsmanship side of the country. For foreigners is all about which foods not to miss out on or what temples to visit or which bamboo grove to go to etc. Thanks for a different (and refreshing) perspective on Japan Scott!
Love your channel bro. I learn so much. Helped a mate renovate his house this winter full gut and re clad. Built him two self contained units for his daughters. Fantastic trip enjoy. Remember there’s only one thing better than buying tools, that’s buying single malt whisky.
Inoue Hamono is an awesome store. It's tiny, but absolutely packed with tools. We went there when we visited Japan earlier in the year as well. Very friendly. They have a bunch of traditional Japanese chalk lines on display. It was really interesting, the mother and son there told me they weren't for sale, but customers of theirs had carved/ crafted them and gifted them to the store for display.
I'd go nuts in that tool shop. If my memory serves me correct, a shaku is about 12" but is divided into tenths, hence the sun and bu. There are plenty of videos on YT on how to set the hoops on the nomi set you bought. I'd be interested in knowing the maker. Good choice on the handle material. I love shirakashi, it's my favourite wood. You should go back and get yourself a quality genno (hammer). I'd suggest to avoid the double square end and pick a square and pointed end. If you can find them, pick one with a curved handle (it makes all the difference). The pointed end is useful for tapping the chip breaker (I can't remember the Japanese name for it). Have a look for a Japanese framing hammer as well as they're quite handy and also a cats paw nail pull and nail set. I hope you and Jess enjoy Japan!!
When i was there i got a huge guide rail for my skilly that cut upto 600mm, and had wheels on it. a couple of right angle punches and a little pinch bar for finishing work. great tools over there.
My father was a carpenter / joiner. He taught me a few things as a kid and one of them was "When buying tools, never buy the cheapest, never buy the dearest. Buy middle-of-the-road and you will never go wrong". He was right, and I have always followed his advice.
Well done guys, what a buzz being able to tick off going to such a cool spot. Talk about boy in a candy shop. Well done Jess for getting through the tool section. Hope you both caught up from the flight and got to have fun.
Thanks for sharing the locations of the two stores. I haven't been to Japan since 2019, before COVID, when I started woodworking. The next time I'm there, I'll have to check out the tool stores.
Nice to see you excited about the tools. As someone has just had a nightmare 36 hours of travelling without more than a 20 minute nap (UK to Thailand) I fully sympathise with the knackeredness you both felt.
Great video Scott and just what I was after. Looking forward to a return trip to Japan next April and both these shops will be on my go-to places when in Tokyo. After some miniature chisels and scrapers for netsuke carving and 🤞the places you’ve shown might have what I’m looking for. Always a pleasure to deal with Japanese folk in shops. Thanks so much for your help mate. Cheers Carl (from downunder!)
Would love to go tool shopping in Japan... Jess was so engrossed as well Scott! I'm impressed that she held back and didn't buy any tools?! 🤣 The last bit was hilarious... Kiwi, buying a Kiwi! 🤣😂
I have the exact same tape measure and is awesome. I use it for furniture making and I choose it after trying at least 10 other brands, some of them every well known. The tajima has all the qualities: though, precise, clean, easy to use and is impact resistant, in case I drop it. Great tape measure, you will love it
I am soooo jealous! I am regional from Taiwan and currently working as a carpenter in Tasmania, AU. I have always wanted to go to Japan to so the same thing for long time ~ Great episode mate!
Hi Scott, loved the video. I go to Japan every year with my wife to visit her family. I pick up some toys each time. I now have a selection of excellent chisels, Japanese saws, and some more esoteric items including some with the old measuring system. Of course, I don't actually use that system, but the circular saw guide with rollers and an extended width of cut has been an excellent addition to the toolkit. Definitely, go back tomorrow for some additional toys. I'd also recommend a visit to DCM - formally Homac - for a less expensive shopping trip.
I enjoy all episodes but this one in particular. It's like a travel show and we all love visiting tool/hardware shops and could literally spend a whole day inside but not sure Jess has the same level passion so good on you to split that into 2 trips lol
Awesome Scott I love Japan, used to be into martial arts and went a few times, wish I found that tool store! So jealous! Hope Jess and yourself have a great time
So much fun Scott. Reminds me of when I used to visit Japan. The choices are incredible and a bit overwhelming at times. Be sure to visit Tokyu Hands. They have literally everything. Jess will have a good time there too.
I live in Japan and I work on motorbikes and other stuff as a hobby. The nice thing here is that when you need something you always can find it in a shop. In Germany I would aways have to order online. Any mechanics going to Japan have to check out some Koken ratchets. I brought wera and gedore with me when I moved, but the Koken is just on another level and often it's more affordable than the nice german stuff.
Inoue Hamono is amazing their chisels need quite a bit of prep -I was surprisingly controlled when I visited only buying two items. But it was a lovely experience. I’m sure they do incredibly well from tourist trade.
If you go to Japan for tools you have to check out knicks tool belts and pouches chain style. Nepros wood handle screwdrivers are a work of art and way cheaper in country. I feel like they would lose for the evening before I got done looking. I always see videos were they love our American stuff like dewalt and milwaukee there but all I want to see is the special stuff there. Some people spend 3k plus on there knicks chain type setups with custom color stuff there works of art.
Re tape measures: an old timer i knew, who used metric all his life, said to never use cm, only mm. I personally always make mistakes in cm . Using mm only helps remove errors. Nice vid looking forward to the rest
I use a 16ft magx2 tape from tajima every day and love it. It's worth getting the metal tajima clips and there way less in japan. They have a great ecosystem that works with thoes clips including tool pouches levels ect.
I was in Japan at around the same time, I went to Konan Pro and mr. Inoue store and got a bunch of beautiful tools. It would have been a strike of luck to run into you and Jess. Waiting for more Japan content. Greetings from Norway
Every time I’ve been to Japan, I’m the exact same way in knife shops and on Kappabashi Street (the kitchen and restaurant supplies district) in Tokyo. The quality is great and the prices are surprisingly good.
welcome to here in japan. im glad to know that you enjoy to looking for japanese carpentery tools. for your information, one of biggest japanese capenter's festival will be held in Kanagawa prefecture this month 9th and 10th november(event is called "kezurokai"). i suppose you alredy back to new zealand but if you still stay here, it might be interesting events for all carpenters. the event is mainly competition of hand plane (kanna) and there are other traditional tools demostraion. this is event is held every year so if you have chance to come, it must be good trip.
Oh Jess your face paints a thousand and one words...Scott I really do enjoy your videos and I know this is a Carpentry/Building channel but how about we have a Jess video while your both in Japan, now that would be something special 😉
HI Scott, I have been watching The Carpentry Life for a while on You Tube. He relocated to learn carpentry in Japan and makes some great videos about hand tools and traditional craftsmen making the tools. I really enjoy your channel. Thanks.
I am an architect from Japan.
You have chosen a great store and a great product.
Enjoy.
I never thought I would watch a video of a bloke tool shopping in Japan. Scott Brown another great video.
I just ordered them online, from my bed, at home, in the USA, and they delivered to my porch. Alot easier. Lol
I really like Japanese craftsmanship. Not just because it's the best, but because of the care and pride they take in it. Even large companies are the same. When I bought a Mitutoyo calliper, I was amazed at just the cardboard box it came it. It wasn't just a plain box, someone took time to think about how to make it worthy of the tool inside it. It's sad that we no longer get that here in Europe. The US still has quite a few places like that, but in Europe they're so, so rare.
I own a KDS measure tape from early 2000 made in Japan. I have no words to describe the accuracy and durability even after 20 so years. Enjoy every tool these craftsman make.
I would think the words to describe the accuracy would be on the packaging, the datasheet, or maybe the website?
"I think we can call it there...Oooooo" 😆 Ya, we all know this feeling.
Yeah, I laughed out loud when I heard that too.
Me: Ok i have to stop by for something in tool store, just give me 20mins.
Wife: You probably meant, 1h and 20mins right??
Scott, you’ve got an amazing wife who has not only the patience to travel all the way to Japan for you to look at tools, but to let you appreciate tools from TWO shops and even buy some to take home with you! Some days I feel lucky to bring something home from the Home Depot lol.
We’re all looking forward to your next video, as always, but this one is particular! Very interested in learning more about this Japanese unit of measurement and how it is used, along with what their codes may be. What amazing woodworking skills and tools Japan has. Can’t wait!
“The flight will fuck you up” lol - I love Jess’s honesty!
I think that the first time we've heard Jess drop an F bomb!!! Shows they're real
That comment by Jess almost put me in tears. Her facial expressions when she said that too hahah
I spent hours at multiple Japanese tool stores, this video brings back those great memories. Inoue Hamono was a great experience and glad to see the son helping you just like he helped me pick out a few things.
Awesome! 👍🏼
Did you stay in Tokyo or get down south to the shops in Osaka/Aichi?
I'm currently at the Miki City tool festival.
@@MarkL71 I went to some mom & pop shops in Osaka, the ones where they have a bunch of those temporary displays outside the store and prob 200-400sqft max, with super narrow aisles - however they had cheaper prices compared to Tokyo for most of their tools (same makers/brand).
Nice, lucky you got to attend the Miki festival, I'd love to be able to see the craftsmen themselves and learn more about the tools they make. Will you be going to the Kezurou Kai this year? I think it's Nov 9/10th in Hadano.
@@henryy3752
Awesome. And those makers are all here in Miki in person.
Tomorrow we head to Bankane in Aichi, then back to Tokyo and up to Sendai. Check thos out... Takashi Kodake, Akiu Craft Village, Sendai.
They've agreed to sell me some 5m yo bog wood stock.
I love Japanese people. I work at a Japanese tool and die shop for an automobile manufacturer and by far the most gracious people I’ve ever met. Love the video!
If you're going to Tokyo for the first time the Sky Tree may seem like the most cliched, "tourist-y" thing you can do but I absolutely recommend it. Not only is it an incredibly cool looking structure but the view from the top really drives home just how unimaginably massive the city is. I've been fortunate to live in a large city for a time, and visit a number of cities outside the US and I've never seen anything like Tokyo. Even from the top of the Sky Tree it seems impossible to see the end of the skyline in any direction. Truly breathtaking stuff. Really hoping I get a chance to go back to Japan at some point.
Scott,
Thanks for the education on Japanese units of measurement. When I went out on my own in 1982 following my apprenticeship as a Cabinet-maker (just retired), my first thicknesses-jointer was a Makita. The graduation bar on the thicknesser had what I thought were 1/8” graduations but there were 10 to the inch. 42 years later and now I know why.
Visited Mr Inoue last month. What a place. Set myself a budget and took cash. It was the safest option!
So glad to see you both enjoying the city I call home for over 25 years. I love watching videos of people discovering Japan, especially those who come with an appreciation of the culture and craftsmanship found here.
One of the things I enjoy about your channel is that you just love tools. Good, functional tools are something I really appreciate. I am just a bit jealous.
I will never stop appreciating how despite there being basically no public bins in Tokyo, it's still extremely clean.
Maybe due to the fact that Japanese people being raised with a sense of respect, honor and responsibility? How often have you seen videos of Japanese school kids cleaning their classrooms at the end of each day? Teaching kids the value of being clean at a young age goes a long way to a more clean looking community? Plus there are bins inside Konbini wa and you are also advised to take the rubbish back to the store you purchased your food from.
@soulblighter404 Not just photos. On my daily walk to the station in the morning I used to see juniors from the local high school walking around in their uniforms cleaning the streets around the school.
@@soulblighter404 The OP never questioned the reasoning, so I don't understand why your comment is questioning them. Overly aggressive
Someone is being very patient and understanding. To treasure!
Thank you Scotty & Jess for taking us along on your journey to Japan.
You two are just such lovely people. Thank you for your videos, Scott. You inspire me to get to work.
„I love that they gave me the bag“ he said after spending hundreds of dollars in their shop :D
Amazing video Scott!
Greetings from Germany.
Love that you guys finally made it to Japan. So happy for you both.
Have a wonderful trip! Glad to see you’re making time to enjoy time together!
So cool, Did a few tours of Carpentry work in the mid 90's there . Couldn't keep me out of the tool stores. Next level
Now you have just given an extra reason to visit Japan. Tamiya & Woodworking tools stores...Paradise! I'll enjoy checking all stuff on 4 wheels that they have over there as well. make good use of your new tools 💥
Thumbs up for the makita team!👍🏼
Went to Japan for my 5 year anniversary with my wife, I dragged her to that same hand crafted tool store at the 9 minute mark. Glad to see it in the video.
So far in all the years I have both massively enjoyed and been inspired by your videos costing me a fortune in tools that have encouraged me to take on other work and learn new skills (of which I will be forever thankful) I am now finding myself for the first time ever looking at possibly taking a long haul holiday! Thank you so much Scott and Jess for the constant enjoyment that I have had over the years following your adventures
7:52 this moment is what got me to subscribe. LOVE people sharing what they're passionate about, even better when you can capture the moments of childlike glee. Thanks both for sharing your trip 😅😂❤
I showed my Japanese wife the video - “I know exactly how his wife feels,” she said, with a sigh, having experienced the same on many trips home to Japan to see friends and relations. For me, a very pleasant feeling of deja vu in the tool shops, especially Konan!! Love it 👍
Ps, only 14 hours from the U.K. 😂
Amazing craftsmanship - that specialised roles for each component shows how serious the Japanese are about quality
Great video Scott. Interesting side of Japan for those of us who aren't into tools. I think a lot of people would go to Japan do the insta-tourism attractions and miss out on all the finer craftsmanship side of the country. For foreigners is all about which foods not to miss out on or what temples to visit or which bamboo grove to go to etc. Thanks for a different (and refreshing) perspective on Japan Scott!
Scott's excitement in the tool shops is completely infectious 🤗🤗
Visited Inoue Hamono in July. Awesome shop and even better staff. Enjoy the tools!
Great place to visit. You will have these memories forever. Get shopping Jess you deserve it.
Looking forward to the next exciting episode
Love your channel bro. I learn so much. Helped a mate renovate his house this winter full gut and re clad. Built him two self contained units for his daughters. Fantastic trip enjoy. Remember there’s only one thing better than buying tools, that’s buying single malt whisky.
So jealous. Absolutely beautiful tools. Have a great trip !
Inoue Hamono is an awesome store. It's tiny, but absolutely packed with tools. We went there when we visited Japan earlier in the year as well. Very friendly. They have a bunch of traditional Japanese chalk lines on display. It was really interesting, the mother and son there told me they weren't for sale, but customers of theirs had carved/ crafted them and gifted them to the store for display.
I'd go nuts in that tool shop.
If my memory serves me correct, a shaku is about 12" but is divided into tenths, hence the sun and bu.
There are plenty of videos on YT on how to set the hoops on the nomi set you bought. I'd be interested in knowing the maker. Good choice on the handle material. I love shirakashi, it's my favourite wood.
You should go back and get yourself a quality genno (hammer). I'd suggest to avoid the double square end and pick a square and pointed end. If you can find them, pick one with a curved handle (it makes all the difference). The pointed end is useful for tapping the chip breaker (I can't remember the Japanese name for it). Have a look for a Japanese framing hammer as well as they're quite handy and also a cats paw nail pull and nail set.
I hope you and Jess enjoy Japan!!
When i was there i got a huge guide rail for my skilly that cut upto 600mm, and had wheels on it. a couple of right angle punches and a little pinch bar for finishing work. great tools over there.
So cool I was in that same shop last year and was so impressed with the bag and how they wrapped the tools.
Scott looks like a kid in a candy store!!!
was going to say the exact same
@@TroySimpson +1
The thing is… i feel his excitement. I wanna go too now 😅
I can relate
WOW !! Scott and Jess take 'SBC' to the next level indeed, AWESOME !!!
Was just there with my partner, dragging her through tool stores. Great memories, crazy place ❤
I went to shopping in Japan just last week. I gotta say you showed great restraint!
Bravo Scott! This channel has absolutely upped its game!
My father was a carpenter / joiner. He taught me a few things as a kid and one of them was "When buying tools, never buy the cheapest, never buy the dearest. Buy middle-of-the-road and you will never go wrong". He was right, and I have always followed his advice.
Well done guys, what a buzz being able to tick off going to such a cool spot. Talk about boy in a candy shop. Well done Jess for getting through the tool section. Hope you both caught up from the flight and got to have fun.
Thanks for sharing the locations of the two stores. I haven't been to Japan since 2019, before COVID, when I started woodworking. The next time I'm there, I'll have to check out the tool stores.
Nice to see you excited about the tools. As someone has just had a nightmare 36 hours of travelling without more than a 20 minute nap (UK to Thailand) I fully sympathise with the knackeredness you both felt.
Scott, this was refreshing. I genuinely enjoyed watching!
So glad you went and can't wait to see more of you two falling in love with the place.
Note to self: buy tools in Japan 🇯🇵. Thanks for making this video and sharing all those store names and addresses! That was super helpful
Great video Scott and just what I was after. Looking forward to a return trip to Japan next April and both these shops will be on my go-to places when in Tokyo. After some miniature chisels and scrapers for netsuke carving and 🤞the places you’ve shown might have what I’m looking for. Always a pleasure to deal with Japanese folk in shops. Thanks so much for your help mate. Cheers Carl (from downunder!)
I would be in heaven with all of the Makita tools - I would definitely end up grabbing one of those coffee makers!
Like the tool shop tours Scott! Did the same when we went to the US last year!
Love the intro, how it ended up the tower, perfect 👌🏻
Would love to go tool shopping in Japan... Jess was so engrossed as well Scott! I'm impressed that she held back and didn't buy any tools?! 🤣 The last bit was hilarious... Kiwi, buying a Kiwi! 🤣😂
That store looks amazing. The Japanese saw section 🤤
Gaston would be sooooo jealous! I’ve watched youtubeys about second hand tools in Japan too, awesome variety and so cheap.
I have the exact same tape measure and is awesome. I use it for furniture making and I choose it after trying at least 10 other brands, some of them every well known. The tajima has all the qualities: though, precise, clean, easy to use and is impact resistant, in case I drop it. Great tape measure, you will love it
I love everything Japanese everything seems to mysterious and interesting.
yaya guys you made it to Japan congrats !!!
I am soooo jealous! I am regional from Taiwan and currently working as a carpenter in Tasmania, AU. I have always wanted to go to Japan to so the same thing for long time ~
Great episode mate!
Hi Scott, loved the video. I go to Japan every year with my wife to visit her family. I pick up some toys each time. I now have a selection of excellent chisels, Japanese saws, and some more esoteric items including some with the old measuring system. Of course, I don't actually use that system, but the circular saw guide with rollers and an extended width of cut has been an excellent addition to the toolkit.
Definitely, go back tomorrow for some additional toys. I'd also recommend a visit to DCM - formally Homac - for a less expensive shopping trip.
I enjoy all episodes but this one in particular. It's like a travel show and we all love visiting tool/hardware shops and could literally spend a whole day inside but not sure Jess has the same level passion so good on you to split that into 2 trips lol
Can’t wait for the rest of this series! Thanks Scott and Jess😊
Love your videos Scott! Were just finishing our trip in Japan currently, cheers from Canada 🇨🇦
Awesome Scott
I love Japan, used to be into martial arts and went a few times, wish I found that tool store! So jealous!
Hope Jess and yourself have a great time
So much fun Scott. Reminds me of when I used to visit Japan. The choices are incredible and a bit overwhelming at times. Be sure to visit Tokyu Hands. They have literally everything. Jess will have a good time there too.
You have far better self control than I would in a Japanese tool store!!!
I live in Japan and I work on motorbikes and other stuff as a hobby. The nice thing here is that when you need something you always can find it in a shop. In Germany I would aways have to order online. Any mechanics going to Japan have to check out some Koken ratchets. I brought wera and gedore with me when I moved, but the Koken is just on another level and often it's more affordable than the nice german stuff.
You were very brave in those tool shops and exercised recomendable discipline!
You're doing exactly what's on my bucket list, go to Japan and buy tools!!
This is awesome! Great trip.
Inoue Hamono is amazing their chisels need quite a bit of prep -I was surprisingly controlled when I visited only buying two items. But it was a lovely experience. I’m sure they do incredibly well from tourist trade.
7:51: Perfect editing choice. This was awesome and hilarious at the same time.
that intro was hilarious.
great video!!
I really enjoy watching your videos, I would be even worst then U in this shops, beautiful to see how U 2 enjoy your trip, u2 make great videos.
If you go to Japan for tools you have to check out knicks tool belts and pouches chain style. Nepros wood handle screwdrivers are a work of art and way cheaper in country. I feel like they would lose for the evening before I got done looking. I always see videos were they love our American stuff like dewalt and milwaukee there but all I want to see is the special stuff there. Some people spend 3k plus on there knicks chain type setups with custom color stuff there works of art.
Y’all are legit the cutest couple on RUclips. Have fun!
Christmas has come early for you this year Scott! Looks like a lot of fun...
Re tape measures: an old timer i knew, who used metric all his life, said to never use cm, only mm. I personally always make mistakes in cm . Using mm only helps remove errors. Nice vid looking forward to the rest
I use a 16ft magx2 tape from tajima every day and love it. It's worth getting the metal tajima clips and there way less in japan. They have a great ecosystem that works with thoes clips including tool pouches levels ect.
I was in Japan at around the same time, I went to Konan Pro and mr. Inoue store and got a bunch of beautiful tools. It would have been a strike of luck to run into you and Jess. Waiting for more Japan content. Greetings from Norway
Great Episode Scott!
Like a kid in a candy store. So great. I did the same thing when I was in Tokyo. Cheers Scott.
Y’all are so cute! I can’t wait to see you building in Japan 🤓
Awesome stuff Scott looks like lots of fun
good stuff, really enjoyed that and big smile at the kid in the lolly shop vibe 👍
Yesss!!! So bloody good, love this video! More Japan content please 😍😍
Every time I’ve been to Japan, I’m the exact same way in knife shops and on Kappabashi Street (the kitchen and restaurant supplies district) in Tokyo. The quality is great and the prices are surprisingly good.
Japanese tool shops are heaven.
Glad you guys finally made it over here :) Enjoy!
welcome to here in japan. im glad to know that you enjoy to looking for japanese carpentery tools. for your information, one of biggest japanese capenter's festival will be held in Kanagawa prefecture this month 9th and 10th november(event is called "kezurokai"). i suppose you alredy back to new zealand but if you still stay here, it might be interesting events for all carpenters. the event is mainly competition of hand plane (kanna) and there are other traditional tools demostraion. this is event is held every year so if you have chance to come, it must be good trip.
Oh Jess your face paints a thousand and one words...Scott I really do enjoy your videos and I know this is a Carpentry/Building channel but how about we have a Jess video while your both in Japan, now that would be something special 😉
HI Scott, I have been watching The Carpentry Life for a while on You Tube. He relocated to learn carpentry in Japan and makes some great videos about hand tools and traditional craftsmen making the tools.
I really enjoy your channel. Thanks.
I went to this shop last November! The staff was so nice and the bag was indeed cool : )
Yay! You both finally got to Japan. I haven’t been before, so looking forward to the next exciting episodes 😅
Beautiful tools to make beautiful work. Sure could use more of that in the West.
Just got back from Japan, make sure you visit the Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, Jess will love it, especially the Greenhouse.