Spending quiet time in a forest has been shown to lower stress hormones, calm heart rates, and even boost immune cells. This ...

A population genetic analysis conducted by researchers at University of Tsukuba has revealed that natural Japanese hinoki cypress (Chamaecyparis obtusa) and Taiwanese hinoki cypress (C. obtuse var.

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Dwarf hinoki cypress are among the most attractive conifers for the mixed border. The golden varieties add a cheery glow to the garden, especially in winter, when color is needed the most.

I noticed that my dwarf Hinoki cypress seems to have a lot of brown needles. They're all toward the middle or inside of the plant. The outside is still green. Is that a sign the plant is in trouble? A ...

I’ve always been partial to Chamaecyparis obtusa ‘Nana,’ commonly known as dwarf hinoki cypress. It is a miniature conifer that adds an elegant Japanese touch to the garden. There are many varieties ...

OWASE, Mie >> An electric vehicle with a body made of locally produced hinoki Japanese cypress is on display at the Kumanokodo Center in Owase. The car was made by students at Osaka Sangyo University ...

In Japan’s ancient wooden temples, a soft ringing sometimes drifts through the halls even when no bell has been struck.