Innovation

Germination process

URCYL’s production base is located in the East side of Aichi Prefecture, an area historically known for lacquer tree cultivation and sap harvesting. There, we rediscovered former cultivation sites through deep research of histrical documents, collected seeds from old URUSHI trees, and became the first in the world to scientifically decode their germination process, allowing for successful artificial cultivation.

Urushi tree plantation

URCYL cultivates URUSHI trees from seeds originally grown wild in mountain valleys. All germination data is systematically recorded in a dedicated database, ensuring full material traceability. Seedlings germinated at our own facilities are planted in the hilly and mountainous regions of eastern Aichi Prefecture, showing our commitment to 100% domestically sourced raw materials. By integrating the latest agri-tech innovations and mechanizing sap extraction, we aim to improve both efficiency and production volume.

Wood powdering technology

Our exclusive “wood powdering” technology is a groundbreaking innovation that helps address Japan’s growing issue of unmanaged forests. It transforms previously underutilized resources, such as thinned wood, into valuable raw material in powder form.

Innovative material
URCYL

URCYL is created by unifying URUSHI tree sap with powdered wood through our patented manufacturing process. By using URCYL, CO₂ is effectively locked within the material itself, contributing to carbon offset initiatives. As a next-generation material, it expands the potential of natural resources and presents a new vision for the future.

Moldable wood
URCYL

By using URCYL, shapes that cannot be achieved with conventional wood become possible through thermo-compression molding technology. The material offers exceptional uniformity and reproducibility, high strength, and supports a wide range of post-processing options, including coloring, dyeing, and machining.