Most of the forests that you will encounter in Japan are artificially planted after World War II to compensate for the shortage of construction materials and fuel.

These forests, predominantly composed of cedar and cypress, have limited abilities to retain soil moisture.

On top of that, changes in lifestyle have led to a significant reduction in wood usage.

Consequently, more and more artificial forests are becoming neglected, contributing to frequent landslides among other natural disasters. As a sawmill with local roots, we recognize our duty to address this situation and hand over beautiful, thriving mountains to the next generation. To rejuvenate Japan's mountain forests, Anai Wood Factory utilizes the wood from Mt. Aso and supports brands that showcase its appeal.