The use of teak in furniture making has long been a part of Javanese culture. Historical records dating back to the seventh century BCE describe the abundance of teak forests in Central Java and the formation of skilled carpentry groups who used its timber for the Kalingga, Majapahit, Demak and Mataram kingdoms. The Javanese consider teak and items made from teak a valuable part of their material culture, a species apart from other types of wood.

Management of reforestation funds during post-Soeharto's administration, 1989-2009.

Furniture industry and social and economic conditions of the workers in Kabupaten Jepara.