Tsugite
Extend beams seamlessly with interlocking geometry engineered for resilience.
- Kone Tsugi
- Kanawa Tsugi
- Okkake Daisen Tsugi
Joint categories
Navigate the tsugite universe by function and difficulty.
Filter your exploration by how each joint carries load, responds to seasonal movement, and supports traditional architecture. Each category contains detailed breakdowns, assembly tips, and tool recommendations.
Shiguchi
Precision fits for columns and beams that channel force without modern fasteners.
Kumi Tsugi
Complex intersections crafted for cabinetry, shrines, and modular architecture.
- Ari Otoshi
- Kama Hozo
- San Mai Hozo
Itahagi
Simple edge-to-edge joints for joining boards, forming the foundation of panel construction.
Kumiko
Geometric screens balancing light, privacy, and meticulous joinery pattern work.
- Kumiko Grid
- Asa-no-ha Kumiko
- Sakura
- Goma
Difficulty progression
Choose your path from novice to temple restoration specialist.
Each joint is tagged with skill level, tool requirements, and structural application so you can assemble a curriculum tailored to your goals.
Beginner · Careful foundations
Start with itahagi edge joints and simple mortise-tenon pairs to train accuracy.
Intermediate · Structural harmony
Blend shiguchi frame joints with Kumiko panels to understand grain behavior and seasonal movement.
Advanced · Temple craftsmanship
Master tsugite scarf joints and hidden locking mechanisms engineered for longevity.
Mastery · Cultural stewardship
Lead collaborative builds, document heritage sites, and mentor the next generation of artisans.