Learn more about the linguistic background and why there is so much confusion between yakisugi and shou sugi ban in North America and Europe. When we started researching the North American and…
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Earlywood Vs. Latewood and Growth Ring Patterns in Yakisugi
Growth Rings in Yakisugi “Shou Sugi Ban” Cypress Siding Growth ring patterns are critical to both yakisugi “shou sugi ban” appearance and, more than most people realize, wood longevity. Anyone considering wood siding is concerned…
What is a Rainscreen and How it is Installed?
Other than higher cost over what we consider snake-oil exterior siding products (cement-board, vinyl, aluminum), the biggest problem with wood siding is the potential for mold growth and rot. Rot, mold, and mildew…
The Feng Shui Of Shou Sugi Ban
Feng Shui is a Chinese term for a tradition followed across Northeast Asia, including China, Korea, and Japan. In Japanese it is pronounced fu-sui, but the Chinese feng shui is generally used in the…
The Science Behind Shou Sugi Ban’s Fire Resistance
Over the past ten years, yakisugi “shou sugi ban” has been rapidly gaining popularity in the West. It’s becoming known not only for its beauty, but also for its reputation of being…
Shou Sugi Ban Fencing And Privacy Screens
The addition of a fence to your space can bring with it a sense of privacy, security and a sense of style. Shou sugi ban fencing makes a great first impression for…
The Meaning of Sugi in Shou Sugi Ban
Chances are if you’ve found this blog, you already know who we are. We’re Nakamoto Forestry, the primary producer of yakisugi “shou sugi ban“. For our first blog post, we thought it…