Do I need Japanese tools?
No. The method works with the chisels, planes and saws you already have. Vol. III shows you the Japanese tool kit and what each tool does, so if you ever buy one, you buy the right one.
Do I need power tools?
No. Everything is done by hand, at a bench. If you do use a machine on a board, the safety page tells you how to keep your hands clear.
My hands are stiff and my back complains. Can I still do this?
Yes. Every chapter has a gentle version for sore hands, a stiff back or a shorter day, and Vol. III has a chapter on setting your bench to your own height.
I've never sharpened properly. Where do I start?
Start with Vol. I. It begins with your edge inventory and shows you why the back of the blade comes first. Most people are sharp within the first week.
I'm left-handed. Does it work for me?
Yes. Every chapter has a box for left-handed woodworkers, and each book puts it all in one place at the back.
What exactly do I get?
The complete collection gives you all three volumes. Each volume is also sold on its own ($27, $47 and $87), but the collection gives you all three for $97 and saves you $64.
How do I receive it?
Right after payment you get your access link, on screen and by email. It's yours to keep, and there's nothing to wait for.
Can I read it on a tablet or computer? Can I print it?
Yes. It opens on any phone, tablet or computer. You can zoom the text as large as you like, or print the pages and cards at home and pin them up by the bench.
Is the payment secure?
Yes. You'll pay on a secure checkout page run by Payhip, a platform used by thousands of independent authors. Pay by card or PayPal. It's a one-time payment: no subscription.
What if it's not for me?
You're covered by a 7-day money-back guarantee. Ask for a refund within 7 days and you get every cent back. Just write to business@japanbench.com.
