Yakisugi (Kujaku Shou Sugi Ban) Wood Materials

Yakisugi is a traditional Japanese technique of charring wood, also known as shou sugi ban. It has been used for centuries to preserve and enhance the durability of wood used in construction. The technique involves charring the surface of the wood with fire, which creates a carbon layer that helps protect the wood from insects, rot, and weathering. The origin of yakisugi is unclear, but it is believed to have originated in Japan over 300 years ago.