Western Forest Products has proudly played a role in the Japanese building market for over a century, suppling high-quality Hemlock, Douglas-Fir and Yellow Cedar products for traditional home components, temple construction, interior fittings and exterior applications. Our products are held to high manufacturing standards to help ensure consistent integrity and beauty.
Due to Japan’s unique climate and weather conditions, which include humidity, and the risk of earthquakes and typhoons, wood has become a preferred material for traditional housing, offering necessary ventilation, resistance to extreme weather conditions, and enduring beauty. Wood is highly-valued in Japan and is often left uncoated in traditional home design as a means of showing respect for the natural benefits and good looks.