The grain pattern is something that particularly catches my eye during the finishing process. Hinoki is characterized by its distinctive grain colors and patterns. The dark, narrow winter wood grain lines are hard. Their resilience evokes the harsh winter conditions the tree endured.

仕上げ作業をするときに特に目に留まるのが木目の模様です。ひのきは木目の色や模様が顕著です。色が濃く細い冬の木目たちは硬い。その冬の木目たちの粘り強さは厳しい冬の環境に耐えてきたことを感じさせます。