- Extensive interviews with carpenters and woodworkers
- Original drawings based on the plans of master carpenter Tsunekazu Nishioka
- Detailed photographs and diagrams showing the woodworking techniques, tools and materials used
This revised edition of the book contains a new foreword by Mira Locher, one of the world's leading experts on vernacular and modern Japanese architecture. An inspiring testament to the dedication of these craftsmen and their philosophy of carpentry work as a form of personal fulfillment, The Genius of Japanese Carpentry offers detailed documentation of the restoration of this historic building and a moving reminder of the unique cultural continuity found in Japan.