The carbonization technique dates to the Edo period (1603-1868) in Japan, where it was primarily used to enhance the durability and weather resistance of wooden structures, particularly in coastal regions. Shou Sugi Ban is deeply embedded in Japanese culture,...

Also known as Yakisugi, is a traditional Japanese method of wood preservation that involves charring the surface of the wood (carbonization). This technique originated in Japan and has been used for centuries, primarily for the preservation of cedar wood (particularly...