1. Cutting wood

After determining size of openings, we can calculate thickness of stiles, rails and kumikos. Then the wood is cut to rough dimensions.

2. Joints

Depending on finished weight of shoji, we determine what style of joints will be used. Joints are cut and rough frame is assembled.

3. Planing

Wood is planed if a natural finish is to be used.

4. Kumiko

The kumikos are cut to proper length, laid out and inter-woven.

5. Assembly

Kumiko is fitted in frame.

6. Fitting paper

Fitting shoji paper on a window.