Authentic Shou Sugi Ban Siding

Japanese burnt wood siding has all the beauty and craftsmanship that will last a lifetime.

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From the forests of Hiroshima to your design, our flame-treated shou sugi ban siding offers a unique material that’s beautiful, sustainably sourced, and built to last.

As the world’s largest manufacturer of authentic yakisugi “shou sugi ban” siding, Nakamoto Forestry offers the finest charred wood cladding products available today.

Our commitment to selecting the highest-grade lumber and traditional Japanese craftsmanship ensures a siding that will last for generations. Quality, durability, and timeless beauty—without compromise.

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Did You Know?

We manage each step in the process of making our shou sugi ban—from planting seedlings, to milling logs, to flame treating planks. This continuity ensures siding that’s beautiful, sustainable, and responsibly produced.

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What our clients are saying about Nakamoto Forestry
and their shou sugi ban siding

“People gravitate to this material when they realize it isn’t going to be a burden to them as far as upkeep and maintenance.”

Elizabeth Herrmann

Lead Architect, EH Architecture+Design

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“When I build a house, it’s my intent that it’ll last for 200 years. I think this siding is an excellent product for covering the exterior of a house, it’ll last a very, very long time.”

Jon Alexander

Owner, Sunshine Construction

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Experience the True Art of Shou Sugi Ban
Authentic, Sustainable, and Built to Last

Shou Sugi Ban Authenticity

Authenticity

Nakamoto Forestry is a family-owned operation that has managed sugi (Japanese cypress) forests in Japan for generations. Their products are crafted using time-honored techniques and are sourced directly from their forests in Hiroshima and Tokushima, ensuring the highest level of authenticity in shou sugi ban siding

Shou Sugi Ban Product Options

Versatile Options

You can choose from various wood grades, pre-finishes, and edge profiles to match their specific design needs. This flexibility ensures the siding complements any architectural style.

We work with you through every step of the process to make sure your home is exactly what you want.

Direct-to-Consumer Model

Direct-to-Consumer Model

Breaking industry norms, Nakamoto Forestry sells directly to homeowners and contractors, cutting out middlemen. This ensures price transparency, faster lead times, and consistent quality control to deliver an unmatched experience.

Sustainable Forest Maintenance

Sustainability

Our forests are managed eco-consciously and are PEFC certified. The wood is sustainably harvested, and the production process captures more carbon than it emits. This makes our siding an environmentally friendly choice.

A Textural Wonder

35 Products to choose from

SUGI
JAPANESE CEDAR

Sugi is Japanese for Cryptomeria japonica. It’s a monotypic genus in the cedar family and is indigenous to Japan.  Often called Japanese Cedar, it’s utilized primarily for construction lumber due to high rigidity and quick drying. We specialize in the Hachiro variety used specifically for siding in Western Japan.  Our sugi is milled and graded for maximum durability in exterior applications and to showcase the inherently beautiful grain.

SUYAKI®
CHARRED SUGI

Suyaki is the most traditional and easily recognizable of our yakisugi/shou sugi ban products.  Due to the thick, hydrophobic, UV-inhibiting soot layer, Suyaki has the best wood and color longevity as well as incredible fire resistance.  We apply oil prefinishes to solidify the soot layer, making installation easier, minimizing blemishes, and preventing soot from coming off when touched.

GENDAI®
CHARRED SUGI BRUSHED ONCE

Gendai is the most commonly specified yakisugi/shou sugi ban surface for exterior applications. A light brushing process knocks down the heavy soot layer and leaves a smooth, silky appearance. The burnt fiber crevasse shadows are subtle, and Gendai can either be installed with or without an oil prefinish.

PIKA PIKA®
CHARRED SUGI BRUSHED TWICE

Pika-Pika is made by passing the yakisugi/shou sugi ban planks through a second wire brushing process. This removes all loose soot from the softer spring growth rings and leaves the late wood as contrasting burnt ridges. It is a topographic, textured surface that follows the wood grain, and we hand-grade after surfacing to achieve a consistent blend of heartwood and sapwood.

Why Choose Nakamoto Forestry
as your Shou Sugi Ban supplier

Our Commitment to You

Because we hand select each tree before milling, you get the finest lumber straight from our forests in Japan.

We Specialize in Cladding

Unlike other companies, who sell everything else and “their version of shou sugi ban,” we only sell interior and exterior siding. This allows us to produce authentic traditional siding.

Direct to Consumer

By eliminating the middle man, you get the best prices, best customer service, and peace of mind knowing your siding will be delivered safely to your jobsite.

Seedling to Siding

We control every aspect of making true Japanese shou sugi ban siding, something no other company can say. From the Nakamoto Forests in Japan, to your house here in North America.

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