Translation guide
A saw that has a rigid spine along the back of the blade, used for precise cuts in woodworking. In Japanese, this is typically called a 胴付き鋸 (どうづきのこ) or 背金鋸 (せがねのこ), but the most common type is the 両刃鋸 (りょうばのこ), which has a spine on one side.
Referring to any saw that has a rigid back for precision cutting, such as a backsaw or tenon saw.
General term for a backsaw, literally 'body-attached saw'. Used for precise joinery cuts.
胴付き鋸でほぞを切る。
Cut the tenon with a backsaw.
Literally 'back-metal saw'. Another term for a backsaw, emphasizing the metal spine.
背金鋸は精密な切断に適している。
A backsaw is suitable for precise cutting.
Referring to the typical Japanese pull saw that has a spine on one edge for rigidity, often used for crosscutting and ripping.
A double-edged saw with a spine on one side. One edge is for crosscutting, the other for ripping. Very common in Japanese woodworking.
両刃鋸の背金側で正確な切り込みを入れる。
Make a precise cut with the spine side of the double-edged saw.
Referring to a specialized saw with a spine used for very fine cuts, such as a dozuki saw.
Often used specifically for dozuki saws, which have a thin blade and a rigid spine for fine joinery.
胴付き鋸で蟻組みを切る。
Cut dovetails with a dozuki saw.
Unlike Western saws, Japanese saws cut on the pull stroke. This allows for a thinner blade and more precise cuts. When using a 胴付き鋸 or 両刃鋸, remember to pull, not push.