Japanese-owned Business
Available in Canada & USA
Product Range:
Nakamoto Forestry specializes in premium yakisugi wood siding, including traditional charred finishes, brushed finishes, and oil-finished options. Their product lines include exterior siding, interior paneling, fencing materials, and architectural wood applications. Popular collections include Suyaki®, Gendai®, and Pika-Pika®, each offering different levels of charring, brushing, texture, and finish.
Design Philosophy:
The company is built around the Japanese philosophy of preserving and enhancing the natural character of wood. Their yakisugi process uses controlled burning to transform Japanese cedar, creating a distinctive surface texture while enhancing durability and visual depth. Nakamoto focuses on timeless materials, craftsmanship, and creating architectural finishes that age naturally over time.
Customization:
Nakamoto offers a variety of profiles, grades, textures, and finishes to suit different architectural applications. Products can be selected with varying levels of charring, brushing, oil finishes, and wood grades, allowing designers to achieve everything from deep black textured siding to warm, natural wood tones.
Manufacturing:
Nakamoto Forestry’s wood products are crafted in Japan using traditional yakisugi techniques refined over generations. The company manages forests and operates mills in Japan, producing siding and flooring from species including sugi (Japanese cedar) and other carefully selected timbers. Nakamoto Forestry North America distributes products from its Portland, Oregon facility, including stocking and pre-finishing operations for North American projects.
Performance & Materials:
Yakisugi siding is created through a controlled burning process that alters the wood surface, improving resistance to moisture, insects, and weather exposure. Products are available in different performance classifications, including ASTM fire-rated options depending on the specific collection. Materials are primarily sourced from Cryptomeria japonica (Japanese cedar).
Sustainability:
Nakamoto Forestry emphasizes responsible forest management and long-term stewardship of Japanese forests. Their wood products are sourced from sustainably managed forests and carry PEFC chain-of-custody certification. The company also focuses on creating durable materials designed for long service life rather than frequent replacement.
Retail Presence:
Nakamoto Forestry products are available throughout North America through direct sales, architects, designers, builders, and specialty distributors. The company provides samples, technical resources, and specification support for residential and commercial projects.
Customer Service:
The company offers design consultation, product samples, technical documentation, installation guidance, and project support for architects, contractors, and homeowners selecting architectural wood products.
Suyaki® Yakisugi
Gendai® Yakisugi
Pika-Pika® Yakisugi