Dark Cedar is Perfect for a Kamoi—a Japanese Head Jamb with Door Tracks

Overview

This video follows a Japanese carpenter as they install the kamoi, a decorative element in a traditional Japanese room. The carpenter explains the process of creating a wide kamoi using two timbers and discusses the importance of matching the color of the cedar wood. They also demonstrate how to install the kamoi and a mume, a similar element, to create a head jamb.