Japan’s most revered timber species, grows in the mountains of Honshu, Shikoku and Kyushu. Prized for centuries in temple and shrine construction. Distinctively lemon-scented with light pinkish-brown wood and a rich, straight grain. Highly rot-resistant with exceptional dimensional stability and long-term durability. Works beautifully, taking on a lustrous finish.
Hinoki – Japanese Cypress
Timber Specifications
Japanese Name
Hinoki
Scientific Name
Chamaecyparis obtusa
Origin
Central & Southern Japan
Sustainability
World class planting and management systems that have been in place for generations. GOHO certification.
Durability
Exceptionally resilient against rot, insect damage, and moisture. Considered the strongest and longest-lasting softwood in Japan
Density
513 kg/m³
Timber Colour
Delicate pink-toned heartwood contrasted with light, blondish sapwood, separated by only a gentle shift in shade
Radial Shrinkage
3.07%
Tangential Shrinkage
6.43%
Lengths
2m, 3m, 4m