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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 | Zetsaw Carpenters Cross H-250

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Designed for precise and fine cross cutting in solid wood.  Blade length 250mm Pitch 1.40mm(18TPI) Thickness 0.50mm Kerf 0.66mm

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TopMan | Zetsaw Tuck-In Carpentry P-240

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Ideal for precise wood works on sawn wood, plywood, laminated wood and composite panel. Blade Length 240mm Pitch 1.75mm (15TPI) Thickness 0...

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TopMan | Zetsaw V-Handy 200 Carpentry Saw

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Compact folding saw with combination teeth for Cross, Rip and Slant Cutting plywood, laminated wood and various solid woods. Blade Length 200mm...

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TopMan | Zetsaw Dozuki Saw Fine 150mm

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The Dozuki “Z” saw features the precision and durability of a tensioned high carbon steel blade which is easily removed from the bamboo-wrapped ha...

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TopMan | Life Saw Universal S-265

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Tough saw blade with universal (Rip/Cross/Slant) teeth is ideal to be used with a Saw Guide and Saw Guide F to the best advantage. Blade Length...

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TopMan | Zetsaw Carpenters VIII 265

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The ideal saw for construction woodworkers and carpenters for Crosscutting, Ripping and Slant Cutting a variety of different materials Blade Leng...

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TopMan | Zetsaw Carpenters Hardwood H-250

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TopMa Zetsaw Carpenters Hardwood H-250 Specially designed robust and sharp teeth are ideal for cutting Maple, Ebony, Mahogany, Oak etc. Blade L...

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TopMan | Z-Saw Heavy Duty H-333

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TopMan Z-Saw Heavy Duty H-333 Sturdy saw blade with tough universal saw teeth (for rip, cross, slant cutting) is deal for heavy duty constructio...

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TopMan | Dozuki Saw Piercing 150mm

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Special piercing tooth with 38mm maximum cutting depth of the blade can cut a slot in the centre of a board, ideal for the works of furniture rest...

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TopMan | Zetsaw Carpenters Cross Convex H-265

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TopMan Zetsaw Carpenters Cross Convex H-265 Convex contour line of the blade can cut wood deeply without slipping in the kerf, and easily achiev...

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TopMan | Dozuki Z-Saw Hardwood 240mm

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TopMan Dozuki Saw Hardwood 240mm The standard length for general use and larger stock. Specially developed for hardwoods. Although the trapezoidal...

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