The Softwood Export Council (SEC) is a non-profit trade council of U.S. softwood grading agencies, industry trade associations, state export development agencies and others interested in the promotion of U.S. softwood products internationally. 

The SEC/Japan website provides information on member organizations, services and companies as well as a directory of literature and supporting information on products. All publications in Japanese and many English language titles may be ordered directly from the SEC field office in Tokyo. 

The following SEC-member timber inspection agencies and international associations provide services and/or representation for companies who manufacture HIRAKAKU and other products for Japan. Please refer to SEC/Japan website for links to these organizations, sources, and the lists of products produced by member mills.