Surprisingly, Japan is one of the world's leaders when it comes to its abundance of timber resources. However, a variety of factors ranging from poor stewardship to a lack of younger workers have put the industry at risk. Fortunately, some companies are seeking to restore the industry and take advantage of the nation's vast untapped forests. One IT company is seeking to bring a new level of efficiency to an industry that is still largely analog. We will also look at how a timber and forestry conglomerate is causing a stir with its construction of a 70-story skyscraper that is made primarily of wood.