Collection: Yakusugi

It is a coniferous tree of the cedar family that grows on Yakushima Island in Kagoshima Prefecture, and it refers to trees that are over 300 years old. The wood is light pink or brown, with complex and beautiful grain. Quail grain is also found. The material is dense and has a high resin content, making it resistant to rot. For this reason, the tree is said to have a long lifespan. It has been treasured since ancient times as a lucky charm for longevity and safety in the home. It is used for transoms, ceiling boards, folding screens, tea shelves, etc. It is also called Satsuma cedar or Oni cedar. Cutting down Yakusugi was prohibited in 1982, and in 1993 it was registered as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Since then, the removal of Yakusugi from Yakushima has been greatly restricted, making it extremely difficult to obtain raw timber, and as a result, Yakusugi products have become very rare.