I participated in the Satoyama Satoumi Workshop Day at Hyakumangoku Bibliobaum.

Depending on how you use it, it holds infinite possibilities.

This is a raw board with ear from Noto cypress. Since it is a single board, it holds infinite possibilities depending on how you use it, whether for a tabletop or DIY projects. *The photo shows it being used as a point accent in a home. Noto cypress is resistant to bacteria and does not easily rot, preventing the growth of mold and dust mites. It also has deodorizing properties, helping to eliminate unpleasant odors. Additionally, it is a moisture-resistant wood species, making it suitable for use in wet areas. Above all, it has a refreshing scent that can be expected to provide a relaxing effect.

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You can easily enjoy the feeling of a cypress bath.

The Bushiba-kun is a product that allows you to easily attach Noto Hiba boards to a unit bath with a single touch. The installation method is simple. Fit a cover on both ends of the board to reduce warping, and attach a magnetic sheet. After that, you can install it in the unit bath as you like. Noto Hiba is resistant to bacteria and difficult to rot, preventing the growth of mold and mites. It also has deodorizing and odor-eliminating properties, preventing unpleasant smells. Additionally, it is a moisture-resistant wood species, making it suitable for use in wet areas. Above all, it has a refreshing scent that can be expected to have a relaxing effect.

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It's a user-friendly board.

Noto cypress strand boards are available in two types: a standard type and a magnet type that contains a metal plate inside. The magnet type is popular in environments with small children, as it can attract magnets and helps avoid dangerous items like pins. Noto cypress is resistant to bacteria and does not easily rot, preventing the growth of mold and mites. Additionally, it has deodorizing and odor-eliminating properties, helping to prevent unpleasant smells. It is also a moisture-resistant wood species, making it suitable for use in wet areas. Above all, it has a refreshing scent that can be expected to provide a relaxing effect.

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Noto Cypress Free Board

This is a free board made of Noto cedar. Noto cedar is resistant to fungi and does not easily rot, preventing the growth of mold and mites. It also has deodorizing and odor-eliminating properties, preventing unpleasant smells. Additionally, it is a moisture-resistant wood species, making it suitable for use in wet areas. Above all, it has a refreshing scent that can be expected to provide a relaxing effect.

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Noto cypress is a D1 tree species.

The D1 species, Noto Hiba, can be used without chemical injection (such as preservative treatment or anti-termite treatment). Noto Hiba is resistant to fungi and does not easily rot, preventing the growth of mold and mites. Additionally, it has deodorizing and odor-eliminating properties, which help prevent unpleasant smells. Furthermore, it is a moisture-resistant species, making it suitable for use in areas with water. Above all, it has a refreshing scent that is expected to provide a relaxing effect.

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Block floor that showcases through arrangement.

The Noto Hiba block floor is a MIX of knotty and plain patterns, allowing for a decorative expression of the floor. Different arrangements can create various appearances. It is a direct adhesive type that excels in workability. Noto Hiba is resistant to bacteria and difficult to rot, preventing the growth of mold and dust mites. Additionally, it has deodorizing properties that help prevent unpleasant odors. Furthermore, it is a moisture-resistant wood species, making it suitable for use in wet areas. Above all, it has a refreshing scent that can be expected to provide a relaxing effect.

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Untreated Noto cypress paneling

This is pure Noto Hiba paneling (wall material and ceiling material). You can feel the warmth of the wood. Noto Hiba is resistant to bacteria and difficult to rot, preventing the growth of mold and mites. It also has deodorizing properties, preventing unpleasant odors. Additionally, it is a moisture-resistant species, making it suitable for use in wet areas. Above all, it has a refreshing scent that can be expected to provide a relaxing effect.

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All three layers use Noto cypress.

All three layers are made of Noto cypress, which has excellent dimensional stability. The size is a wide type measuring 1820x150x15. Noto cypress is resistant to bacteria and difficult to rot, preventing the growth of mold and mites. It also has deodorizing properties, helping to eliminate unpleasant odors. Additionally, it is a moisture-resistant wood species, making it suitable for use in wet areas. Above all, it has a refreshing scent that can be expected to provide a relaxing effect.

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Pure Noto Hiba flooring

This is pure Noto cypress flooring (floor material). You can feel the warmth of the wood. Noto cypress is resistant to bacteria and difficult to rot, preventing the growth of mold and mites. It also has deodorizing properties, preventing unpleasant odors. Additionally, it is a moisture-resistant species, making it suitable for use in wet areas. Above all, it has a refreshing scent that can be expected to have a relaxing effect.

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Hotron Inc. has launched its new product, the "Vehicle Count Sensor CCS3"! This product is a ceiling-mounted sensor that combines infrared and radar technology. It reliably detects vehicles in both directions with a single unit, accommodating traffic during congestion and vehicle passing, thus achieving efficient occupancy management in large parking lots. Additionally, it can be utilized for exit warning purposes in addition to vehicle counting, contributing to the safe and smooth operation of parking facilities. 'Features' - Improved detection performance against changes in road surface during rainy weather by using both infrared and radar. - Equipped with IP67 waterproof and dustproof performance, making it effective even in salt damage areas. - Various settings can be configured from a dedicated app (for Android devices), with current settings easily visible at a glance. - The base dimensions are the same as the previous model "CCS2," allowing for smooth replacement of existing equipment. *For more details, please refer to the product information, catalog download, or contact us.*

We have released a "trial version app (browser version)" that allows you to freely test the "blinking detection technology" developed using joint patent technology with Panasonic, directly in your browser. No application, installation, or membership registration is required. It measures blinking for 30 seconds using your PC's built-in camera or your smartphone's camera, displaying the number of blinks, the rate per minute, the duration of closed eyes (average and longest), and the intervals between blinks in real-time. The camera footage is processed within the browser, and neither the video nor the measurement results are sent externally. Additionally, we have started online sales of the "blinking detection app (Windows version)" that allows unlimited measurements for research and verification purposes. It supports recording and CSV output, with prices set at 33,000 yen for general users and 16,500 yen for academic institutions (tax included, per license, one-time purchase). The camera input version and the file input version are sold separately. For integration into products and services, we also offer the "blinking detection SDK" (with a one-month free trial version available).

We will begin providing a new solution for construction companies, the "Specific Voice Detection Edge AI System," utilizing the development and operational insights from the "Specific Vehicle Detection System" co-developed with Toda Corporation, starting in September 2026. This system applies the technology of the productivity-enhancing AI camera "PROLICA" to pre-learn and analyze specific voice data collected by outdoor microphones, allowing AI to detect target sounds in real-time on-site. By using voice detection, it will be possible to early detect the presence of approaching emergency vehicles even in environments where traditional visual checks or image analysis by AI cameras are difficult due to obstructions like buildings or curves. By linking with various devices and automating the control of construction vehicle departures and alerts to workers, it contributes to improving safety at construction sites and surrounding roads. ■ Main Features of This System 1. High-precision detection using voice AI 2. Safety management independent of visibility 3. Real-time processing with edge AI For more details, please check the linked page.

We will be exhibiting at the "Advanced Construction, Disaster Prevention, and Mitigation Technology Fair in Kumamoto 2026," which will be held for two days from November 18 at Gran Messe Kumamoto (Masaki Town, Kamimashiki District, Kumamoto Prefecture). This exhibition is organized by the organizing committee of the Advanced Construction, Disaster Prevention, and Mitigation Technology Fair in Kumamoto 2026, aiming to enhance disaster prevention awareness through the introduction of advanced technologies and products related to disaster prevention, as well as to promote economic and technological exchanges. On the day of the event, we will showcase the "High Water Content Soil Improvement Agent MT Series" and the "Soil Recycling Technology Bontelan Method," and we will introduce our technologies through demonstrations using actual soil. We invite those nearby to stop by our booth. Venue: Gran Messe Kumamoto (1010 Fukutomi, Masaki Town, Kamimashiki District, Kumamoto Prefecture) Dates: November 18, 2026 (Wednesday) 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM November 19, 2026 (Thursday) 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM Our booth location: B18 Technical Presentation: November 18, 2026 (Wednesday) 1:15 PM - 1:45 PM, Seminar Room 4 Official website of the Advanced Construction, Disaster Prevention, and Mitigation Technology Fair in Kumamoto 2026: https://www.s-kumamoto.jp/

Recently, Intertek Certification AB, the Swedish subsidiary of Intertek, has been accredited by the Swedish national accreditation body Swedac as a verification body for the EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). According to Swedac's announcement, this is the first CBAM accreditation for a verification body in Sweden. This accreditation covers six sectors: cement, steel, aluminum, fertilizers, hydrogen, and electricity, and Intertek Certification AB will provide third-party verification services for embedded emissions associated with the manufacturing of CBAM-covered products based on the scope of accreditation. CBAM is a system that reflects the carbon price on greenhouse gas emissions associated with the manufacturing of certain products imported into the EU, requiring targeted companies to properly calculate and report their greenhouse gas emissions data and comply with third-party verification. Intertek Certification Co., Ltd. supports CBAM compliance in collaboration with accredited entities and global expert teams as the contact point in Japan. If you have any inquiries regarding third-party verification or related services, please feel free to contact us.