Update:
We did look for wood made in Japan and the States and nothing came close to the samples we received from the Chinese manufacturer.
So I took the risk and ordered the wood. It arrived in 6 weeks after placing the order and looks as good as the samples.
I know many people thought I was crazy to order flooring made in China (I was worried too) but I came to the conclusion that most of our products are made there now and the quality in many cases is very good.
Here are some pictures of the flooring.
This is the unfinished oak:
These are the two finishes we selected (grey and white).
This same wood is exported to Europe and it meets all of their environmental standards.
So to all the naysayers, you can believe and trust sometimes.
