Hinoki is a Japanese cypress prized for its beauty and delicate fragrance. Shun uses it for cutting boards because the medium-soft wood yields slightly under a blade. That give protects the fine, hard edges of Japanese knives, which can chip or roll on glass or stone.
The large board offers room to break down a chicken or dice a full batch of vegetables, and both sides are usable. The wood is certified by the Forest Stewardship Council for sustainable forest management. It is a natural companion to any Shun knife and a thoughtful gift paired with one.
Other Sizes
For more surface and a juice groove, see the Large Hinoki Board with Juice Groove. The Medium Hinoki Board suits smaller kitchens.
