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Japanese Saws

Japanese saws include dozuki, ryoba and kataba patterns.  They cut on the pull stroke with thin blades and fine teeth for minimal kerf and clean results.

What makes Japanese saws cut differently from Western saws?
Japanese saws cut on the pull stroke rather than the push stroke, which allows for a thinner blade, less effort, and cleaner, more precise cuts. This design also reduces the chance of the blade binding in the wood.

Which Japanese saw should I choose for my project?
It depends on the cut you need: Ryoba saws have teeth on both edges for ripping and crosscutting, Dozuki saws have a rigid spine for ultra-fine joinery, and Kataba saws are versatile single-edge saws ideal for deeper cuts.

How can I prevent my Japanese saw from bending or breaking?
Avoid forcing the blade—let the pull stroke do the work. Store it flat or in a protective sleeve, and never twist the blade while cutting. For long-term performance, keep the teeth clean and free from pitch build-up.

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TopMan | Double Edge Flush Cut Saw 150mm

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TopMan Double Edge Flush Cut Saw 150mm Features double-sided replaceable blade. Zero set on teeth for fast, clean flush trimming of plugs, dowel...

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TopMan | Z-Saw Replacement Blade for Dozuki Saw Piercing 150mm

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Replacement Blade for Dozuki Saw English Piercing 150mm  Special piercing tooth with 38mm maximum cutting depth of the blade can cut a slot in the...

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TopMan | Zetsaw Carpenters Universal H-250

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Thin saw blade with specially ground universal teeth (for rip, cross, slant cutting) is ideal for fine woodworks on conventional sawn wood, plywoo...

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TopMan | Z-Saw Cross with Pistol Handle 265mm

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TopMan Z-Saw Cross with Pistol Handle 265mm The flagship of Z-saw carpentry saw – Ideal for cross-cutting conventional sawn wood, plywood, laminat...

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TopMan | Zetsaw Carpenters Cross Fine H-225

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TopMan Zetsaw Carpenters Cross Fine H-225 The finest single-edged saw without a spine along the blade back is designed for making deep cuts for ...

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TopMan | Dozuki Z-Saw Hardwood 150mm

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TopMan Dozuki Z-Saw Hardwood 150mm The standard length for general use and larger stock. Specially developed for hardwoods. Although the trapezoid...

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TopMan | Z-Saw Carpenters Ryoba 250mm

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TopMan Z-Saw Carpenters Ryoba 250mm Once the indispensable armor of Japanese professional carpenters, convenient when both cross and rip cutting...

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TopMan | Dozuki Z-Saw Fine 240mm

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TopMan Dozuki Z-Saw Fine 240mm The standard length for general use and larger stock. Ideal for extremely intricate and precise work , such as Dov...

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TopMan | Zetsaw Ryoba Speed Saw 250mm

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TopMan Zetsaw Ryoba Speed Saw 250mm Once the indispensable armor of Japanese professional carpenters, convenient when both cross and rip cutting...

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Topman | ZetSaw VIII 265 Replacement Blade

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Ideal for Construction woodworkers and Carpenters for cutting Cross Laminated Boards and timbers of various dimensions regardless of grain directi...

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Topman | ZetSaw V-Handy 200 Carpentry Saw Replacement Blade

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Saw blade with combination teeth for Cross, Rip and Slant Cutting plywood, laminated wood and various solid woods. Tapered blade toe with 200mm lo...

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Topman | ZetSaw Hardwood H-250 Replacement Blade

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ZetSaw Hardwood H-250 Replacement Blade Specially designed robust and sharp teeth are ideal for cutting hard woods like Maple, Ebony, Mahogany, Oak

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Topman | ZetSaw Dozuki Saw Fine Blade 150mm

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This replacement blade is for the Dozuki “Z” saw that features the precision and durability of tensioned high carbon steel blades which are easil...

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Topman | ZetSaw Dozuki Handy 150 Fine Craft Replacement Blade

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ZetSaw Dozuki Handy 150 Fine Craft Ideal for precision cutting of various wooden- and Aluminium moldings and trims.

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Topman | ZetSaw Carpenters Cross H-250 Replacement Blade

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The ZetSaw Carpenters Cross H-250 is a Premium Japanese Hand Saw that is designed for precise and fine cross cutting in solid wood. Blade ...

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Topman | ZetSaw Cross Fine H-225 Replacement Blade

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The finest single edged saw without a spine along the blade back is designed for making deep cuts for wood joineries or other precise woodwork.

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Topman | ZetSaw Carpenters Cross Convex H-265 RPL Blade

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Convex contour line of the blade can cut wood deeply without slipping in the kerf, and easily achieve a straight bottom line of various half-lap j...

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Topman | ZetSaw Ryoba Speed Saw Blade 250mm

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TopMan ZetSaw Ryoba Speed Saw Blade 250mm Once the indispensable armor of Japanese professional carpenters, convenient when both cross and rip c...

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Topman | ZetSaw Universal H-250 Replacement Blade

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Thin saw blade with specially ground universal teeth(for rip, cross, slant cutting) is ideal for fine woodworks on conventional sawn wood, plywood...

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Topman | ZetSaw Tuck-in Carpentry P-240 Replacement Blade

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Ideal for precise wood works on sawn wood, plywood, laminated wood, composit panel etc.

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Topman | ZetSaw Spare Blade 333

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Sturdy saw blade with tough universal saw teeth (for rip, cross, slant cutting) is deal for heavy duty construction woodworks.

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Topman Universal H-265 Blades + Free Handle

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Experience superior craftsmanship and precision with the Topman Universal H-265 Blades, a set of premium Japanese pull saws designed for fine, acc...

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Topman Cross H-265 Blades + Free Handle

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Elevate your woodworking with the Topman Cross Cut H-265 Blades, premium Japanese saws engineered to deliver clean, smooth cross cuts with unparal...

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TopMan | Zetsaw Carpenters Rip Fine H-250

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Graduated Sharp Teeth and Narrow Saw Set are Ideal for Cutting Along the Grain of either Soft or Hard Wood. The finest Rip cutting saw in Z-saw ra...

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