Traditional Japanese Ono Axe - Tool for Woodworking and Ritual Use #135801 (License: Personal Use)

This illustration depicts a traditional Japanese ono axe, characterized by its straight, elongated wooden handle and a robust, slightly curved steel blade secured with a metal wedge. Historically used by carpenters, woodworkers, and temple builders, the ono combines functional strength with aesthetic simplicity. Its design reflects centuries of craftsmanship rooted in Japanese woodworking traditions like those of the miyadaiku master builders.

Used on pages about traditional Japanese tools, woodworking heritage, Shinto ritual implements, or historical carpentry techniques; targets users researching cultural artifacts, DIY restoration projects, or educational content on East Asian craftsmanship.