From Japanese whisky to luxury interiors: discover Mizunara oak

New for our September 2026 WoodBook, Hokuto brings the exceptional beauty of Japanese Mizunara oak to luxury interiors, available in both plank and herringbone formats.

Renowned for its rarity and exceptional quality, Japanese Mizunara oak (Quercus crispula) is one of the world’s most sought-after hardwoods. Best known for its use in Japanese whisky casks, where only the finest sections of timber are selected, this remarkable species takes around 200 years to reach maturity.

Hokuto is carefully rift and quarter sawn, a considered cutting technique that showcases the oak’s beautifully straight, refined grain and distinctive natural character. Available in both plank and herringbone, the two formats offer different ways to introduce the unique character of this extraordinary species into an interior.

Get inspired by Hokuto and contact our team to request a quote for your upcoming projects.