We craft the world’s highest-grade yakisugi “shou sugi ban” siding — And we’ve been doing it diligently for 50 years.
From start to finish, our traditional charring process is carefully executed to enhance the durability and beauty of our yakisugi siding. Over time, the wood develops a unique depth of character, with a rich texture and patina that is uniquely yours.
Yakisugi
As the world’s largest manufacturer of authentic yakisugi charred wood siding,
we have an unmatched dedication to craft and tradition.
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Exterior
Lineal Foot price starting at: $6.00
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Exterior, Interior
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Exterior
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Exterior, Interior
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Square Foot price starting at: $14.65
Exterior, Interior
Lineal Foot price starting at: $6.51
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Exterior
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Exterior, Interior
Lineal Foot price starting at: $6.51
Square Foot price starting at: $14.65
Square Foot price starting at: $14.65
Exterior
Lineal Foot price starting at: $6.37
Square Foot price starting at: $14.35
Square Foot price starting at: $14.35
Exterior, Interior
Lineal Foot price starting at: $6.51
Square Foot price starting at: $14.65
Square Foot price starting at: $14.65
Exterior
Lineal Foot price starting at: $6.00
Square Foot price starting at: $13.50
Square Foot price starting at: $13.50
Exterior, Interior
Lineal Foot price starting at: $4.75
Square Foot price starting at: $10.70
Square Foot price starting at: $10.70
Exterior
Lineal Foot price starting at: $6.37
Square Foot price starting at: $14.35
Square Foot price starting at: $14.35
Exterior
Lineal Foot price starting at: $5.64
Square Foot price starting at: $12.70
Square Foot price starting at: $12.70
Exterior, Interior
Lineal Foot price starting at: $6.51
Square Foot price starting at: $14.65
Square Foot price starting at: $14.65
Exterior, Interior
Lineal Foot price starting at: $6.51
Square Foot price starting at: $14.65
Square Foot price starting at: $14.65
Exterior
Lineal Foot price starting at: $5.66
Square Foot price starting at: $12.75
Square Foot price starting at: $12.75
Exterior, Interior
Lineal Foot price starting at: $6.51
Square Foot price starting at: $14.65
Square Foot price starting at: $14.65
Exterior
Lineal Foot price starting at: $6.37
Square Foot price starting at: $14.35
Square Foot price starting at: $14.35
Exterior, Interior
Lineal Foot price starting at: $6.51
Square Foot price starting at: $14.65
Square Foot price starting at: $14.65
Sugi & Hinoki
Sugi and hinoki products showcase the natural beauty of these woods in a variety of applications.
Project Inspiration
Exterior, Interior
Lineal Foot price starting at: $6.51
Square Foot price starting at: $14.65
Square Foot price starting at: $14.65
Exterior
Lineal Foot price starting at: $6.37
Square Foot price starting at: $14.35
Square Foot price starting at: $14.35
Exterior
Lineal Foot price starting at: $5.66
Square Foot price starting at: $12.75
Square Foot price starting at: $12.75
Exterior
Lineal Foot price starting at: $5.66
Square Foot price starting at: $12.75
Square Foot price starting at: $12.75
A Textural Wonder
Sugi
JAPANESE CEDAR
Our natural Sugi products are sawn from high-grade logs of Japanese cedar (Cryptomeria japonica).
Suyaki®
CHARRED SUGI
Suyaki is our most traditional yakisugi with a thick hydrophobic soot layer that enhances color, durability, and fire resistance.
Gendai®
CHARRED SUGI BRUSHED ONCE
Gendai is our most popular yakisugi for exteriors with light brushing that removes heavy soot for a smooth, silky finish.
Pika-Pika®
CHARRED SUGI BRUSHED TWICE
Pika-Pika is created with a second wire brushing that removes most loose soot to reveal a textured surface and striped grain patterns.
Hinoki
JAPANESE CYPRESS
Aromatic and rot-resistant Hinoki cypress (Chamaecyparis obtusa) is a native Japanese wood used for interiors.Sugi
JAPANESE CEDAR
Our natural Sugi products are sawn from high-grade logs of Japanese cedar (Cryptomeria japonica).Suyaki®
CHARRED SUGI
Suyaki is our most traditional yakisugi with a thick hydrophobic soot layer that enhances color, durability, and fire resistance.Gendai®
CHARRED SUGI BRUSHED ONCE
Gendai is our most popular yakisugi for exteriors with light brushing that removes heavy soot for a smooth, silky finish.Pika-Pika®
CHARRED SUGI BRUSHED TWICE
Pika-Pika is created with a second wire brushing that removes most loose soot to reveal a textured surface and striped grain patterns.Hinoki
JAPANESE CYPRESS
Aromatic and rot-resistant Hinoki cypress (Chamaecyparis obtusa) is a native Japanese wood used for interiors.Visualize Your Dream Home
Explore siding options using our interactive house model. Choose from authentic wood products, orientations, and product combinations to find the perfect look for your home exterior.
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Your Projects. Our Inspiration.
Seeing how our yakisugi plays into your creative vision >>>
Next time you’re working on a material palette, be sure to share it with us!
Working on a new project and interested in working with our sustainably sourced wood? Request samples at the link in our bio.
At the Fairfax House in Northern California, our Suyaki® yakisugi is the common thread—bringing bold texture to the exterior and warmth to the interior.
Explore the full project with the link in our bio.
Designer: Laura Mans
Curious what homes in Omihachiman, Japan, look like? Here’s a glimpse—and a reminder that every yakisugi exterior takes on a unique patina over time.
Read about this plus sign-shaped residence—designed by @howeleryoonarchitecture and clad in @nakamotoforestry’s yakisugi—on @dwellmagazine today.
Located in Central Indiana, the home is oriented around light, views, and landscape. Each end of the cruciform plan frames a panoramic view of the landscape, like an inhabitable telescope.
Clad in Nakamoto Forestry’s authentic yakisugi siding, the home’s exterior amplifies the drama of the form. Suyaki® Tung Oil Black, Gendai® Alkyd Light Gray, and Gendai® Alkyd Black create a layered palette of charred textures, lending both durability and striking contrast across the seasons.
Architecture: @howeleryoonarchitecture
Yakisugi Siding: @nakamotoforestry
Builder: Page Construction Services
Photographer: @hadleyfruits
Owners: @the_plus_house
Fall, is that you? 🍂🍁
There’s nothing quite like our yakisugi siding when it’s set against the backdrop of the vibrant colors of autumn foliage.
All projects designed by @eh_architect and built by @redhousebuilding.
1 - Elemental House
2 & 4 - Hilltop House
3 - Gable & Plane
5 - Offset House
6 & 8 - East West House
7 - Ridgeline House – Photographer: @ryanbentphoto
Check out @thebackcountryhutcompany’s System 02 clad in @nakamotoforestry’s Gendai® siding in Alkyd Oil Black—giving this alpine-inspired kit a bold, timeless exterior.
Inside, the cabin makes conscious use of space with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a formal dining area for gathering with friends. Designed for larger groups, it offers spacious comfort without compromise.
Drawn to the rich, textural charred wood siding? Choose from a spectrum of finishes—from naturally weathering silver to deep jet black—so your exterior blends beautifully into snow-covered or forested surroundings.
Charred Wood Siding: Gendai® Alkyd Oil Black yakisugi in Shiplap Select Grade (1x6x12) by @nakamotoforestry
Cabin Kit System: System 02, 5-Module + Deck by @thebackcountryhutcompany
Photos: @adrienwilliamsphotos
The yakisugi-clad Floating House—a showstopper from every angle.
Product: Pika-Pika® Linseed Light Gray
Architect: @integratearchitecture
What makes Suyaki® (aka the original yakisugi) so unique? Swipe to find out ➡️
Suyaki is what we call the unbrushed variation of our authentic Japanese yakisugi siding. Each wood plank undergoes intense charring to enhance resilience while showcasing the wood’s natural character. Combining timeless craftsmanship with sustainable sourcing, our Suyaki preserves a centuries-old tradition with modern sophistication.
Explore all of the distinctive features of Suyaki—from its rich texture to its enduring quality—through the link in our bio.
