Building a Two-tiered Tokonoma: A Style Once Prevalent in the Past

Overview

Join Shoyan as he constructs a traditional two-tiered tokonoma entirely from Hinoki Cyprus wood. This episode highlights the intricate process of building this ceremonial alcove, from precisely planing wide solid wood boards to meticulously installing floorboards, sills, and decorative elements using traditional Japanese carpentry techniques. See how the unique challenges of working with solid timber are overcome to create a beautiful and historically significant structure.