Kyoto-style joinery

What is the Kyoto-style joinery and what makes it unique?

Why is metal not used in the traditional Kyoto joinery?

How have local artisans adapted their craft beyond tradition in recent years?

What materials does Shimizu Takashi use for his handmade boxes?

What is the Japanese cedar gindai and why is it considered valuable?

What role did Buddhism play in the development of Japanese joining techniques?

What are some advantages of joining over the use of nails in furniture manufacturing?

What do you think are the main challenges in maintaining traditional crafts in modern times?

How could the joining techniques in the Kyoto style be applied to contemporary architecture or product design?