Over 1000 years of history, the pinnacle of roofing technology: "Hinokibuki."
Hinoki bark roofing is a traditional Japanese roofing technique that uses materials shaped from the bark of hinoki trees. It allows for elegant curves and a sense of weightiness in the eaves, and is often seen in important cultural properties such as shrines and temples. Additionally, the sustainable method of harvesting only the bark from standing hinoki trees is attracting attention worldwide. Beyond shrines and temples, it is also used in sukiya architecture and garden gates. It provides an unparalleled presence in high-status, meticulously designed spaces. Maintenance that focuses on repairing only the quickly deteriorating parts, such as those exposed to rain, is effective. 【Features】 - Roofed with materials shaped from hinoki bark. It has a charming, light, and elegant quality, and can also appear substantial depending on the way the eaves are presented.
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basic information
【Flow of Hinoki Bark Roofing Work】 ○ Collection → The raw bark master collects the bark from hinoki trees that are over 80 years old. ○ Processing → The hinoki bark processor uses a special knife to process the bark. → The bark is evenly peeled and trimmed (washing the bark). → It is shaped into the specified form (shaping). → The pieces are gathered and bound together. ○ Construction → The hinoki bark roofer utilizes the materials for roofing work. ● For more details, please contact us. If you prepare the drawings, current photos, budget, construction timing, location, and (in the case of re-roofing) the number of years since the last work, we can provide a smoother estimate.
Price information
Basically, we will respond to orders. The amount of materials used and the number of days required for construction vary by building. Therefore, we cannot provide a general answer to inquiries about the price per square meter. For details, please contact us with property photos and drawings.
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Applications/Examples of results
●Iizuka City, Fukuoka Prefecture: Sukiya gate roof replacement work ●Hatsukaichi City, Hiroshima Prefecture: Tea room roof replacement work ●Yamaguchi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture: New construction work for Sukiya gate and tea room waiting area
Company information
Hiwadaya Co., Ltd. was established as a corporation in 1994, continuing the tradition of "Hiwadaya," which dates back to the Tenpo era (1830s). The representative, Masashi Sasaki, is one of the few hinoki bark thatchers in the country. Hinoki bark thatching is a roofing construction method where materials made from the bark of hinoki (Japanese cypress) are secured with bamboo nails, as seen in structures like the Kyoto Imperial Palace, Kiyomizu Temple, and Itsukushima Shrine. We carry out roofing work using traditional Japanese techniques such as hinoki bark thatching, kakibuki (kokerabuki), sugi bark thatching, thatching, and copper roofing, honed through experience in shrines and temples. We receive numerous repair requests for properties with a focus on sukiya architecture and garden gates from all over the country. We are available for nationwide travel and will respond promptly to specific project estimates. Please feel free to contact us! We also recommend our custom-made high-end interior panel material "kasane," made from hinoki bark, for special clients. http://ka-sa-ne.com/