noun
fallen trees (esp. cryptomeria on Yakushima)
Refers to naturally fallen trees, particularly cryptomeria (sugi) on Yakushima, often used in the context of the island's famous ancient forests and the related term 屋久杉 (Yakusugi).
See also: 屋久杉 (やくすぎ)
屋久島では、土埋木が長い年月をかけて独特の風合いを持つようになる。
On Yakushima, fallen trees develop a unique character over many years.
この工芸品は、土埋木から作られたものです。
This craftwork is made from fallen trees.
Compound of 土 (do, 'earth, soil'), 埋 (mai, 'bury'), and 木 (boku, 'tree, wood'). The reading どまいぼく is a straightforward on'yomi combination. The term is not common and appears to be a specialized word associated with Yakushima's forestry and craft culture.