
From the book: 'Nami' chair, by Ryuji Nakamura, 2006. Made from vulcanised fibre derived from paper. Courtesy of Ryuji Nakamura & Associates
From the book: 'Nami' chair, by Ryuji Nakamura, 2006. Made from vulcanised fibre derived from paper. Courtesy of Ryuji Nakamura & Associates

Torii Gate, 6th century (rebuilt 1168, renovated 1875), by Itsukushima Shrine, Miyajima, Hiroshima Prefecture. Made from cedar, cypress and camphor wood © Tomo Yun
Torii Gate, 6th century (rebuilt 1168, renovated 1875), by Itsukushima Shrine, Miyajima, Hiroshima Prefecture. Made from cedar, cypress and camphor wood © Tomo Yun

Wooden combs, by Boxwood. Courtesy of Iwamiya Takeji
Wooden combs, by Boxwood. Courtesy of Iwamiya Takeji