Sashimono is a Japanese woodwork technique known for its intricate and precise joinery.
This style of woodwork relies on interlocking pieces without the use of screws or nails.
Sashimono originated in Edo-period Japan, with structures still standing today, built entirely without screws or nails.
Sashimono crafters use tenon, dovetail, and sliding dovetail joints for strong, interlocked wooden connections.
Sashimono craftsmenship is highly esteemed in Japanese woodwork traditions due to its high level of skill.
In Sashimono woodwork, small errors in cutting or designing can render the entire piece non-functional.