木組展おうちでミュージアム／竹中大工道具館「木組みの家/Kigumi House」（Japanese and English） 

Truly remarkable, hundreds of timers joined together so perfectly to form the building frame with hand tools, at today's age without a nail, screw or metal plate. True master workmanship. Hats off.

Watching the craftsmanship from the sharpening of the pencil that drew up the plans to the unity and pride in construction and seeing the final product was fascinating. I’m an American carpenter and am saddened I may never experience the satisfaction of building in this fashion. Excellent video.

I wish youtube did a better job at crosspromoting videos from other countries! This is a fascinating video!

The whole aspect of Japanese culture and thinking, is something I’ve always admired, especially in traditional carpentry 👍😎👍

The man won me over entirely when he admitted the practicality of using machine techniques and pre-fabs, despite not using them. That is a mark of true intelligence and skill: knowing the uses and strengths of other methods of doing things, choosing not to use them with confidence, and being such a master of your craft that you *don't need them*.

Imagine living in a country where u can pay highly skilled artisans like them to build your dream house. And you get to watch them do it.

Saying that I've enjoyed this video would be an Understatement.

この動画を見てたら何だか涙が止まらなくなった。多くの人には家を建てるって一生で一度の一番大きな買い物で、大工ってこんなにも他人の人生に一生寄り添う仕事なのかと感動した。自分もこんな誠実な人に家を建ててもらえるように自分の仕事を頑張ろうと素直に思いました。

こんないい話が無料で見れるいい時代になったのか。 私も木造大工経験から今は違う仕事ですが、昔親方に言われた言葉の数々を思い出しました。 自分が大工を続けていたらこうなれていただろうか。少し昔を思い出した。 改めて身の引き締まる思いです。皆様今日も一日ご安全に。

This is a truly exceptional video. The heartwarming sentiment of these carpenters, and their hard earned skill are equally admirable.

ノミで鉛筆削るんや…最初から驚かせられました！画面越しでも伝わる木の優しさ温かみを感じ取れました。

Many things to comment about in this beautiful video. As a hobbyist metal worker, I must comment on the tools, how effective they are and their aesthetic beauty, and how there's no music in the background while working. Having worked in construction, it was common for me to deal with music blaring in the background. It's a joy to watch someone focus on a single task, quietly.

This is a remarkable example of the resourcefulness of Japanese carpentry and craft skills - thank you Takenaka Museum for making this excellent video

This is just remarkable. The amount of details of every single craftsman involved is just mind blowing. It’s so beautiful

Beautiful craftsmanship and film. I love how bright the house feels because of the wood

I'm getting older now, and I start to believe dedicating life to Beauty might be the the way to go. This man had done this, and not only by what he is building. His life is beauty. Well done sir.

The joy and creative sincerity that goes into this house and this video makes me cry

even besides the contents of this video, the skill in making it is equally as admirable. the pacing, the cinematography, the editing in general... just a beautiful thing. really nice.

Every bit of this house is beautifully crafted, it is amazing to see how the Japanese still carry on the skills and traditions that have been pass on for thousands of years thanks for sharing.❤️ この家のすべての部分は美しく細工されています、共有のおかげで何千年もの間受け継がれてきたスキルと伝統を日本人が今でもどのように受け継いでいるかを見るのは驚くべきことです❤️

木の家の良さを知り尽くしている棟梁の、筋のぶれない姿に感銘を受けました。その値打ちをわかっている施主さんとの共通認識があってはじめて成り立つ仕事でしょうね。今の日本ではとても珍しい事例だと思います。職人と施主の幸せな完成までの時間を羨ましくビデオを見せてもらいました。髭剃りにも使えそうな幅広ののみ、元大工だったものとして脱帽です。

Incredible that such a masterpiece work of carpentry ultimately ends up looking like a modest home that blends inconspicuously with the neighboring houses. It makes me wonder how many other homes in that area were built with similar techniques and craftsmanship. It's really a perfect example of why you can't judge a book by its cover. Wonderful video documenting the attention to detail exhibited by these true craftsmen.

My mother in laws' house (before she sold it) was made like this. I loved staying in it when my wife (Japanese) and I visited her. I loved the feel of the exposed wooden frames on the walls, door frames and stairs. It was so comfortable to be in and felt really warm and nice. Now I work in a timber yard and I appreciate this natural resource all the more. The homes built in Australia are wood framed as well, but they're mass produced and prefabricated. If we ever moved to live in Japan, I would build a house with carpentry. It's just so beautiful.

Thank you for showing us your art. Because this is art, not regular carpentry. Arigato Gozaimasu.

I have watched this video many times over and still I am blown away by the simplicity and beautiful way it has been made and in the construction. I was in the building trade for 20 years and seen many different types of buildings, this type of truly hand made is the best, they can survive earthquakes, whereas the brick ones do not. Thanks for showing us this exceptional workmanship of a truly amazing home that will last for many years to come. Thank you.

This was wonderful to watch. Incredibly interesting and inspiring to see the thought process for this design. Love the care and skill especially that goes behind the tremendous hardwork for building such a lovely home. Thank you!

What a flex that his chisel is sharp enough to sharpen a pencil

新築でも、正確にしっかり材料が組まれていないと完成したときに、くすんで見える物です。 この家はすきっとして輝いていて、一目でしっかり作り込まれているのが分かります、こういう家に住み続けたい。

I don't know Japanese and English. I live in Russia and work as a builder. Many thanks to the film crew and the masters who made this film. I look and cry with admiration. I admire the professionals who do their job not for the sake of money, but out of great love for their work.

So inspiring. Also a little depressing to think that even at 42 years old, I probably dont have enough time to achieve this level of craftsmanship! Really like the quote “if its not making someone happy then there’s no point in building it”. If only the rest of the world thought like that!

I'm a amateur construction worker in the US. It's amazing to see the detail and craftsmanship that they put into their work. Even in the selection of their materials they make sure it is perfect. Everything here just get slaped together with some nails or screws. I would love to be able to work to such a degree, doing this type of work.

Might be my favorite video of all time. I'm humbled.

this is truly amazing video, how the craftman do the work. Traditional tools was simply makes me cant stop stare. thank you for sharing

What i wouldn't give to go and learn from these amazing craftsmen

I wish they left more exposed wood during the finishing stages almost feels like a shame the beautiful wood work gets covered

They take their time. They work with extreme precision. They take pride in their work. Then, they all sit down together and eat. I'm amazed.

Absolutely fabulous journey. Thanks for taking us along!

小学生の頃、帰宅途中に大工さんの工房に立ち寄ってボーっと仕事を見てるのが好きだった。 柱の一本一本を手間かけて作ってて、これが組まれるトコ見たいなーとか思ってた。 なんか今見てても面白いなって思う

These types of videos. Especially like this one, are so theraputic and relaxing. And I love seeing the time and effort that goes into creating something like a house, using old techniques, percision. There is so much passion and everyone is so gentle, even the guys adding the plaster finish.

日本にはこんなに素晴らしい技術と精神を持った職人文化があることを、恥ずかしながら改めて思い知らされました。 清めの儀式にも日本の神々しさを感じ、技術の素晴らしさ、建前後の木組みの美しさにはハッとするほどの感動を覚えた。 何でもかんでも効率を求めすぎると、同時に確実に失っていくものもある。 住環境だけではなく衣食に関しても同じことが言えて、ほとんどが利益主義、安全品質軽視の大量生産品になってしまっていて、ひたすらに消費だけを促していく。空撮の「スピード落とせ」はそんな現代日本への皮肉にも見える。 地震やその他自然災害、環境問題、農業など様々な分野での問題は自ら作り出しているだけで、日本在来・古来の技術や知識でもっと解決できる気がする。 そんな財産とも言い換えの利かないものをどんどん自ら手放し、違う方向へ後退している。 日本の風土に合った素晴らしい衣食住の知恵があることに私たちは気がついてないだけで、そういったことが再び当たり前の時代がやってくれば、それこそが豊かな国の礎になるのでは。 グローバリズムもほどほどに、外にばかりではなく内に目を向ける時かもしれません。

Perfectionists with a knowledge I hope never disappears. Very informative and the gentleman explaining has taught me more about Japanese carpentry than all other videos I've watched. Thank you. Lovely work. Thanks to the producers for the translation also. 👍🏻😁🇦🇺

Beautiful work. Congratulations and best regards from Mexico to workers and Shimada family.

I love the Japanese culture, so gentle, quiet, respectful, and taking pride in their work, Japanese carpentry is the best, true workmanship 🦘👌👍

Amazing! The workmanship in the construction of the house is above and beyond any construction that I have ever seen. It truly is a work of art. Thank you for sharing your time and effort in making this video and of course all the hard work that goes into making each wooden piece.

Needs only two words, " truly amazing ". Incredible skills and knowledge, fantastic people. Grateful thanks from Cordoba Argentina.👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

Beautiful work and video, thanks for sharing this experiences.

This is beyond beautiful, amazing precision

Absolutely INCREDIBLE work - BEAUTIFUL!

凄い勉強なり、有難うございます！米国でもこのような日本の素晴らしい家を建てても、夢ですが、ある日でもかなうかも知れません。その時も、竹中先生、よろしくお願いいたします。本当に素晴らしい作業です。

Very impressive, thank you so much. What a great dedication.

Просто нет слов. Как хорошо ,что на свете есть такие мастера. Япония, великая и уникальная нация.

Bought my house in 2004, and STILL am coming across things, new and old, that go back to the shoddy craftsmanship of the original build. Wood, electrical, plumbing, roofing... the list goes on. I'd love to build a new house with a contractor like this, who cares about their work, but feel that I'd just be buying the same experience that I'm in now.

Just so beautiful...it makes me cry. Not just the frame blessing, but the technical aspects of the joinery: marking from plan, cutting with chisel...and assembly by young People.

The craftsmanship is just amazing. I'm so curious what the cost actually was.

Wow I am truly inspired right now. This is so refreshing. Where I work, quick and dirty is the way and profit is what matters. The attitude and pride towards the Japanese craftsman’s work reminds me of what one’s craft is really all about. Thank you.

とても素晴らしい仕事です。 私も大工ですがスゴいなと思います。 本当は手刻みで建てたくても、なかなかお客さんの、予算もあり難しいですよね。 プレカットでも新建材使った家でも住む人の夢や希望があると思い求められた仕事を全力でしていきます

A truly magnificent house. Such an amazing level of craftsmanship at every stage. Astounding.

master craftsman at work. perfection. loved it.

I do not want to use this word often.. but here.. i need to: PERFECT.

I’m so in love! Such a beautiful house from start to finish.

This is fantastic, and worth watching over and over!

Pure ART, greeting from the Netherlands.

Fantastic short documentary - thanks for posting it. I really enjoyed seeing the entire process from conception through occupancy. There is tremendous care shown throughout by all the craftsmen.

This is just excellent. There is a peacefulness present in the entire project, coming from the love for the design and the quality of the build. This is one of the best videos I've ever watched.

Simply beautiful in all aspects. A symphony in wood.

Captivating. Not only for the mastery of skills but for the attitude towards the customers.

I'm speechless japanese show so much passion and love for work you won't find anything like that in austria.

Wonderful documentary and beautiful craftsmanship.

Absolutely beautiful. True art. I hope they keep the tradition alive forever.

Amazing skills, work ethics to follow and all well presented from begining to the last second. Thank You very much for this video i enjoyed it. Have a great day.

Povo especial! Lindo na essência, magnífico nos resultados! Elegância, simplicidade e beleza. Uma verdadeira obra de arte. Expressão de uma alma profunda e densa.

this is absolutely stunning. I'm in awe. true craftsmanship.

労働安全衛生法違反が見られたけど、技術は確かで丁寧な仕事に感心しました。 すごく羨ましい家ですね。 こういう技術は残して欲しいし、真似事だけど自分でも趣味として手を動かして刻みを楽しんでいます。 現場技術者が強度設計から考えて仕口や継手の加工まで一貫して行うのは技術者本来の姿だと思うけど、現代は設計と施工が分離され、管理と労務が分離され、一貫した技術者が育たない様になっています。 これも合理化なんでしょうけど、動画で言われていた通り、合理的な事ばかりでは廃れます。 この合理化分業のなかでも全体を現場監督が把握できるかと思ってたけど、やってみれば安全や金や施主対応の書類に忙殺されて深夜までパソコンの前に座ってる。 何のためにこの仕事に就いたのかわからなくなってきました。 ブルーカラーがバカにされる風潮も手伝って労務も質の悪い輩や技能実習生が増えてきて、こんなことしてたら産業全体が衰退するのは止められないなと思っています。 政治的に何かを変えないといけないと思います。

Beautiful video, wonderfully shot, and incredible artisan carpenters with empathetic souls..... worlds away from Australian tradesmen.....

I think every house on this planet should be built with such perfection, passion, and art, regardless the style. Can you imagine, all of us working and creating our own houses and furniture for a living? How much would we cherish our home and the things we use daily, then? The more I watch these videos, the more I want to undertake studying and practicing this craftsmanship myself!

Absolutely beautiful skilled craftsmen and women. Amazing work!

Impecable, precisión, simplemente hermoso.

This is a masterpiece

見てて幸せな気持ちになりました。

An incredible video, it gives out so many good feelings . I've so much respect for the workers/artists, so passionate and committed to do incredile job . I hope all the well to them and to the family, who have received such beatiful house

Fenomenal craftsmanship:) thank you for sharing!

Google Translate: Sad - that workmanship and beauty covered with plaster. 悲しい-石膏で覆われたその技量と美しさ。

日本の最近の建物はどんどんと洋風になっていってますけど、こういう和を中心とした家もいいですね!

Incredible people, incredible work and a beautiful attitude towards living.

Inspiring! I'm a carpenter/woodworker from Canada. The amount of passed down knowledge and skill is incredible. Well done!

inspirational thanks for the video

Beautifully crafted all round! Japanese craftsmen are always a joy to watch also keep old traditions alive Arigato for a great video.

I always respect the workmanship of Japan. Love from Turkey

The biggest problem I have with this, is how they cover up all the amazing joinery! Blows my mind.

Можно бесконечно смотреть на горящий огонь,текущую воду... ...и на то как работают японские плотники.

Beautiful craftsmanship and house.

素晴らしい！　若い職人さんが生きた目をしていていい。　日本の宝ですねこの技術。

Maravilloso, admiro a los japoneses, su país y su cultura. En mi próxima vida deseo nacer en Japón!

Those who unlike this need to seriously revisit their life priorities.

An absolutely first class home! Just plain awesome skills all around!

I see so much dedication, focus and attention in everyone involved in this project. This creates a type of magic in practically every aspect of what's going on. The Western world badly needs to learn this lesson. Faster and cheaper building costs much more than just the poor products it produces. It creates a mind that does not see the benefit of connecting to things that are good. If our thoughts, hearts and actions are always focused on things less than pure, anything we create will always be less than what it could be.

Completely mesmerising craftsmanship. Does anyone know what the ceremony with rice offerings and striking the beam 3 times is called? I assume it is shinto blessing

If I would live in Japan I want him to build my house too!

Amazing craftsmanship. Simply impressive.

truly amazing craftsmanship. i'm in complete awe. thank you for making this video.

丸いこみ栓を初めて見ました 立派な木組が大壁で見えないのがさびしい