Burnt Wood Siding
Traditional Tung Oil - Exterior
Tung oil transforms the unbrushed charred surface of our Suyaki® yakisugi “shou sugi ban” into a leathery texture that slows soot layer erosion, extends wood durability, and creates an even black color. This combination is suitable for exterior installations. Yakisugi heat treatment hardens and protects the siding against pests, moisture, and fire. While tung oil slows the weathering process, the siding will still develop its own a unique patina in response to the local climate over time.
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We craft the highest-grade yakisugi siding in the world - And we've been doing it diligently for 50 years. The Nakamoto Zourin group is owned and managed by the Nakamoto family and headquartered in western Japan. We have managed sugi and hinoki forest in Hiroshima since the 1920's, and have four main mills in Hiroshima and Tokushima prefectures that mill siding and flooring from sugi, hinoki, pine, oak, cherry, cedar, spruce, larch, and other species. Nakamoto Zourin is the largest siding mill in Japan and the largest manufacturer of yakisugi in the world. We are affiliated with WoodOne, the largest flooring manufacturer in Japan and the largest radiata pine timberland owner in New Zealand. Additionally, in cooperation with Sumitomo Forestry we supply our off-grade logs to the biomass fuel market in Japan.
Nakamoto Forestry North America distributes jobsite-direct throughout North America from a stocking warehouse and prefinish shop in Portland, Oregon. Nakamoto Forestry Europe distributes throughout the European region from a stocking warehouse in Duesseldorf, Germany.
Nakamoto Zourin is PEFC certified, a chain of custody sustainable forestry compliance standard. Worldwide we mill and ship 650,000~810,000 square feet (60,000~75,000m2) of yakisugi every month, and have a surge capacity double these numbers. We can handle any size project you would like to specify our products for.
Nakamoto Forestry Product Expert
Chris Motto
Assistant Production Manager
Over 5 years as a product expert at Nakamoto Forestry
Phone: 503-512-6780
Email: [email protected]
Yakisugi Siding
Traditional Tung Oil - Exterior
Tung oil transforms the unbrushed charred surface of our Suyaki® yakisugi “shou sugi ban” into a leathery texture that slows soot layer erosion, extends wood durability, and creates an even black color. This combination is suitable for exterior installations. Yakisugi heat treatment hardens and protects the siding against pests, moisture, and fire. While tung oil slows the weathering process, the siding will still develop its own a unique patina in response to the local climate over time.
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Non-Toxic Waterborne Polyurethane - Interior
Our polyurethane finish for Suyaki® offers yakisugi “shou sugi ban” paneling with an unbrushed charred black surface. Its high-traffic, non-toxic, washable surface makes it suitable for interior applications.
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The yakisugi “shou sugi ban” heat treatment process leaves the wood naturally resistant to pests, moisture, and fire. The basis of design for yakisugi “shou sugi ban” is that the heat treatment makes a coating unnecessary. Leaving the charred wood unoiled allows it to weather naturally, according to the local climate. This is a great option for owners who appreciate the organic, natural beauty of wood and want to savor it as a living, changing finish.
Suyaki is an extremely delicate soot surface that easily blemishes. Bundles and planks must be handled and installed with extreme care. Please make sure that the installers have reviewed samples and are aware of the need for special handling before the lumber arrives at site.
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Semi-Transparent Traditional Oil - Exterior
Our semi-transparent linseed oil stains are designed to balance raw, natural beauty with color longevity. These finishes absorb into the wood, to condition and enhance the grain. Linseed oil coatings are an excellent choice for owners who want to enjoy the inherent beauty of wood as it weathers. Organic fading and patina develop over time. The siding can either be left to weather, or it can be recoated with oil to freshen up the color, as desired. Delivered ready to install.
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Acrylic latex coatings offer the best performance on the market due to their high adhesion, high build, and solid color. This finish is designed to withstand challenging exterior environments and has been tested in the field for over 60 years. It carries a limited manufacturer warranty of 25 years with three coats. Delivered ready to install.
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Our Pika-Pika® yakisugi “shou sugi ban” products receive a double brushing to remove all loose soot. This reveals a textured wood surface with striped grain patterns. We then apply three coats of a warranted acrylic coating prior to shipment. This combination is suitable for both exterior siding and interior paneling.
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Urethane Modified Architectural Grade Alkyd Oil - Exterior/Interior
Our Gendai® yakisugi “shou sugi ban” products receive a single brushing to remove some of the delicate soot layer–leaving a smooth, consistent, and dark surface. We then apply two coats of our plant-derived architectural grade alkyd oil prefinish prior to shipment. This combination is suitable for both exterior siding and interior paneling installations. Available burned on both faces (S4S) for fencing or louver applications..
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Semi-Transparent Traditional Oil - Exterior
Our semi-transparent linseed oil stains are designed to balance raw, natural beauty with color longevity. These finishes absorb into the wood, to condition and enhance the grain. Linseed oil coatings are an excellent choice for owners who want to enjoy the inherent beauty of wood as it weathers. Organic fading and patina develop over time. The siding can either be left to weather, or it can be recoated with oil to freshen up the color, as desired. Delivered ready to install.
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No Prefinish Added - Exterior
Our Gendai® yakisugi “shou sugi ban” products receive a single brushing to remove some of the delicate soot layer–leaving a smooth, consistent, and dark surface. Unoiled Gendai is suitable for exterior applications. This is a great option for owners who appreciate the natural beauty of wood and siding with a unique, ever-changing patina. Leaving the charred wood unoiled allows it to naturally weather in response to the local climate. The yakisugi heat treatment process hardens and protects the siding against pests, moisture, and fire. Available burned on both faces (S4S) for fencing or louver applications.
Yakisugi heat treatment makes a finish coating unnecessary. Unoiled siding can always be oiled in the future to add color or protection. Delivered ready to install.
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Urethane Modified Architectural Grade Alkyd - Exterior/Interior
Our semi-solid alkyd oil stains provide a permeable yet protective coating that adds color, while still allowing some of the wood’s natural texture to show through. These durable, water-based stains resist moisture and UV radiation. They offer a great option for those who prefer color consistency over a changing natural patina. Delivered ready to install.
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Semi-Transparent Traditional Oil - Exterior
Our semi-transparent linseed oil stains are designed to balance raw, natural beauty with color longevity. These finishes absorb into the wood, to condition and enhance the grain. Linseed oil coatings are an excellent choice for owners who want to enjoy the inherent beauty of wood as it weathers. Organic fading and patina develop over time. The siding can either be left to weather, or it can be recoated with oil to freshen up the color, as desired. Delivered ready to install.
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Urethane Modified Architectural Grade Alkyd Oil - Exterior/Interior
Our Gendai® yakisugi “shou sugi ban” products receive a single brushing to remove some of the delicate soot layer–leaving a smooth, consistent, and dark surface. We then apply two coats of our plant-derived architectural grade alkyd oil prefinish prior to shipment. This combination is suitable for both exterior siding and interior paneling installations. Available burned on both faces (S4S) for fencing or louver applications.
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Semi-Transparent Traditional Oil - Exterior
Our Gendai® yakisugi “shou sugi ban” products receive a single brushing to remove some of the delicate soot layer–leaving a smooth, consistent, and dark surface. We then apply a natural linseed oil prefinish prior to shipment. This combination is only suitable for exterior installations. Available burned on both faces (S4S) for fencing or louver applications.
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Urethane Modified Architectural Grade Alkyd Oil - Exterior/Interior
Our Gendai® yakisugi “shou sugi ban” products receive a single brushing to remove some of the delicate soot layer–leaving a smooth, consistent, and dark surface. We then apply two coats of our plant-derived architectural grade alkyd oil prefinish prior to shipment. This combination is suitable for both exterior siding and interior paneling installations. Available burned on both faces (S4S) for fencing or louver applications.
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Semi-Transparent Traditional Oil - Exterior
Our Gendai® yakisugi “shou sugi ban” products receive a single brushing to remove some of the delicate soot layer–leaving a smooth, consistent, and dark surface. We then apply a natural linseed oil prefinish prior to shipment. This combination is only suitable for exterior installations. Available burned on both faces (S4S) for fencing or louver applications.
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Urethane Modified Architectural Grade Alkyd Oil - Exterior/Interior
Our Gendai® yakisugi “shou sugi ban” products receive a single brushing to remove some of the delicate soot layer–leaving a smooth, consistent, and dark surface. We then apply two coats of our plant-derived architectural grade alkyd oil prefinish prior to shipment. This combination is suitable for both exterior siding and interior paneling installations. Available burned on both faces (S4S) for fencing or louver applications.
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Weather Stain with Silver Pigment - Exterior
TOur Gendai® yakisugi “shou sugi ban” products receive a single brushing to remove some of the delicate soot layer–leaving a smooth, consistent, and dark surface. We apply our silver weathering stain prefinish prior to shipment. This unique product is designed to mimic the look of aged, silver wood, with coloring that will continue to change and patina over time. This combination is only suitable for exterior installations. Available burned on both faces (S4S) for fencing or louver applications.
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Semi-Transparent Traditional Oil - Exterior
Our Pika-Pika® yakisugi “shou sugi ban” products receive a double brushing to remove all loose soot. This reveals a textured wood surface with striped grain patterns. We then apply a natural linseed oil prefinish prior to shipment. This combination is only suitable for exterior installations.
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Urethane Modified Architectural Grade Alkyd - Exterior/Interior
Our Pika-Pika® yakisugi “shou sugi ban” products receive a double brushing to remove most loose soot. This reveals a textured wood surface with striped grain patterns. We then apply two coats of our plant-derived architectural grade alkyd oil prefinish prior to shipment. This combination is suitable for both exterior siding and interior paneling installations.
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Semi-Transparent Traditional Oil - Exterior
Our Pika-Pika® yakisugi “shou sugi ban” products receive a double brushing to remove all loose soot. This reveals a textured wood surface with striped grain patterns. We then apply a natural linseed oil prefinish prior to shipment. This combination is only suitable for exterior installations.
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Urethane Modified Architectural Grade Alkyd - Exterior/Interior
Our Pika-Pika® yakisugi “shou sugi ban” products receive a double brushing to remove most loose soot. This reveals a textured wood surface with striped grain patterns. We then apply two coats of our plant-derived architectural grade alkyd oil prefinish prior to shipment. This combination is suitable for both exterior siding and interior paneling installations.
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Factory Polyurethane Finish - Interior
Our Pika-Pika® yakisugi “shou sugi ban” products receive a double brushing to remove all loose soot. This reveals a textured wood surface with striped grain patterns. Our polyurethane finish ensures a high-traffic, non-toxic, washable surface; only suitable for interior applications.
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Semi-Transparent Traditional Oil - Exterior
Our Pika-Pika® yakisugi “shou sugi ban” products receive a double brushing to remove all loose soot. This reveals a textured wood surface with striped grain patterns. We then apply a natural linseed oil prefinish prior to shipment. This combination is only suitable for exterior installations.
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Product Spec Sheet
Semi-Transparent Traditional Oil - Exterior
Our Pika-Pika® yakisugi “shou sugi ban” products receive a double brushing to remove all loose soot. This reveals a textured wood surface with striped grain patterns. We then apply a natural linseed oil prefinish prior to shipment. This combination is only suitable for exterior installations.
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Urethane Modified Architectural Grade Alkyd - Exterior/Interior
Our Pika-Pika® yakisugi “shou sugi ban” products receive a double brushing to remove most loose soot. This reveals a textured wood surface with striped grain patterns. We then apply two coats of our plant-derived architectural grade alkyd oil prefinish prior to shipment. This combination is suitable for both exterior siding and interior paneling installations.
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Semi-Transparent Traditional Oil - Exterior
Our Pika-Pika® yakisugi “shou sugi ban” products receive a double brushing to remove all loose soot. This reveals a textured wood surface with striped grain patterns. We then apply a natural linseed oil prefinish prior to shipment. This combination is only suitable for exterior installations.
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Product Spec Sheet
Urethane Modified Architectural Grade Alkyd - Exterior/Interior
Our Pika-Pika® yakisugi “shou sugi ban” products receive a double brushing to remove all loose soot. This reveals a textured wood surface with striped grain patterns. We then apply a natural linseed oil prefinish prior to shipment. This combination is only suitable for exterior installations.
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Semi-Transparent Traditional Oil - Exterior
Our Pika-Pika® yakisugi “shou sugi ban” products receive a double brushing to remove all loose soot. This reveals a textured wood surface with striped grain patterns. We then apply a natural linseed oil prefinish prior to shipment. This combination is only suitable for exterior installations.
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Urethane Modified Architectural Grade Alkyd - Exterior/Interior
Our Pika-Pika® yakisugi “shou sugi ban” products receive a double brushing to remove most loose soot. This reveals a textured wood surface with striped grain patterns. We then apply two coats of our plant-derived architectural grade alkyd oil prefinish prior to shipment. This combination is suitable for both exterior siding and interior paneling installations.
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Product Spec Sheet
Semi-Transparent Traditional Oil - Exterior
Our Pika-Pika® yakisugi “shou sugi ban” products receive a double brushing to remove all loose soot. This reveals a textured wood surface with striped grain patterns. We then apply a natural linseed oil prefinish prior to shipment. This combination is only suitable for exterior installations.
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Product Spec Sheet
Urethane Modified Architectural Grade Alkyd - Exterior/Interior
Our Pika-Pika® yakisugi “shou sugi ban” products receive a double brushing to remove most loose soot. This reveals a textured wood surface with striped grain patterns. We then apply two coats of our plant-derived architectural grade alkyd oil prefinish prior to shipment. This combination is suitable for both exterior siding and interior paneling installations.
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No Prefinish Added - Exterior/Interior
Our Pika-Pika® yakisugi “shou sugi ban” products receive a double brushing to remove most loose soot. This reveals a textured wood surface with striped grain patterns. We then apply two coats of our plant-derived architectural grade alkyd oil prefinish prior to shipment. This combination is suitable for both exterior siding and interior paneling installations.
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No Prefinish Added - Exterior/Interior
Our Sugi siding and paneling is sawn from straight, high-grade Japanese logs that are graded for color and grain. Substitute on projects where North American cedar or cypress are specified. Suitable for exterior and interior applications, with or without a coating.
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Weather Stain with Silver Pigment - Exterior
Our Sugi siding and paneling is sawn from straight, high-grade Japanese logs that are graded for color and grain. Substitute on projects where North American cedar or cypress are specified. Our unique silver weathering stain is designed to mimic the look of aged, silver wood, with coloring that will continue to change and patina over time. This combination is only suitable for exterior installations.
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Interior
Hinoki cypress wood (Chamaecyparis obtusa) is a native species to Japan prized for its natural aromatics, rot-resistance, and blonde color. Nakamoto Forestry offers rough-sawn and dried moulder blanks ready for your local millwork shop. Ideal for saunas, interior paneling, ceilings, flooring, doors, and cabinetry.
Hinoki cypress wood (Chamaecyparis obtusa) is an aromatic and rot-resistant lumber species native to central and southern Japan. With an even blonde color and clear tight grain, hinoki has versatile uses in both interior and exterior applications, whether finished with oil or left uncoated.
The wood's straight grain, light color, and luxe planed sheen make it an ideal aesthetic material for wall, floor, and ceiling surfaces. At the same time, it demonstrates strength and flexion resistance against earthquakes, and has been utilized historically for pagoda and other sacred building structural timbers. Hinoki wood is revered for its aromatic compounds (including alpha-terpineol and limonene) which provide its incense-like fragrance while also serving as natural defenses against insects.
Accessories
Standard coil siding nails painted black
Use these fastenings for a polished, efficient installation, and to achieve optimal durability. Nakamoto Forestry does not require the purchase of accessories as part of a lumber package. However, accessories used must meet our installation parameters and local code. Always follow manufacturer installation requirements.
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Standard 2″ ring-shank black-painted nail
Use these fastenings for a polished, efficient installation, and to achieve optimal durability. Nakamoto Forestry does not require the purchase of accessories as part of a lumber package. However, accessories used must meet our installation parameters and local code. Always follow manufacturer installation requirements.
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Standard square drive trim head siding screws painted black
Use these fastenings for a polished, efficient installation, and to achieve optimal durability. Nakamoto Forestry does not require the purchase of accessories as part of a lumber package. However, accessories used must meet our installation parameters and local code. Always follow manufacturer installation requirements
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Use these trims for a polished appearance, efficient installation and to achieve optimal durability. Nakamoto Forestry does not require the purchase of accessories as part of a lumber package. However, accessories used must meet our installation parameters and local code. Always follow manufacturer installation requirements.
Extruded trims are not flashing and are not a moisture management system. They have a primarily cosmetic function and will not stop all water intrusion into the structure.
10′ lengths
Factory anodized black or primed white
Recycled aluminum
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Use these trims for a polished appearance, efficient installation and to achieve optimal durability. Nakamoto Forestry does not require the purchase of accessories as part of a lumber package. However, accessories used must meet our installation parameters and local code. Always follow manufacturer installation requirements.
Extruded trims are not flashing and are not a moisture management system. They have a primarily cosmetic function and will not stop all water intrusion into the structure.
Extruded Aluminum Profiles
10′ lengths
Recycled aluminum
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Use these trims for a polished appearance, efficient installation and to achieve optimal durability. Nakamoto Forestry does not require the purchase of accessories as part of a lumber package. However, accessories used must meet our installation parameters and local code. Always follow manufacturer installation requirements.
Extruded trims are not flashing and are not a moisture management system. They have a primarily cosmetic function and will not stop all water intrusion into the structure.
10′ lengths
Recycled aluminum
Product Spec Sheet
Use these trims for a polished appearance, efficient installation and to achieve optimal durability. Nakamoto Forestry does not require the purchase of accessories as part of a lumber package. However, accessories used must meet our installation parameters and local code. Always follow manufacturer installation requirements.
Extruded trims are not flashing and are not a moisture management system. They have a primarily cosmetic function and will not stop all water intrusion into the structure.
8' lengths
Recycled aluminum
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Use these products for a polished appearance, efficient installation and to achieve optimal durability. Nakamoto Forestry does not require the purchase of accessories as part of a lumber package. However, accessories used must meet our installation parameters and local code. Always follow manufacturer installation requirements.
Punched and Folded Aluminum Profiles
10′ lengths
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Use these products for a polished appearance, efficient installation and to achieve optimal durability. Nakamoto Forestry does not require the purchase of accessories as part of a lumber package. However, accessories used must meet our installation parameters and local code. Always follow manufacturer installation requirements.
3/8" non-structural corrugated strip with the ability to vent and drain both vertically and horizontally.
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