Hinoki Cutting Boards
Hinoki Cutting Boards
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Crafted from Japan’s finest cypress, these pieces celebrate the balance between functionality and tradition. Hinoki has been used for centuries in Japanese homes and kitchens for its natural antibacterial properties, water resistance, and light, refreshing scent.
A staple in Japanese kitchens for over a thousand years, hinoki cutting boards are prized for their antibacterial and deodorizing properties.
Unlike many wooden boards, which are coated with sealants that can trap bacteria, here the hinoki remains uncoated, allowing the wood to breathe and self-regulate moisture.
The small size is perfect for fruits, bread, and light prep work. The medium size is versatile for daily cooking needs, and the large size is ideal for handling big ingredients like fish, ribs, or whole loaves of bread.
The makers behind these pieces also offer
furniture made from hinoki. Add their stools to your space to complete the look.
ABOUT THE CRAFTSPEOPLE AND FOREST
These pieces are made by Izuru, furniture makers based in Yoshino, Nara. They are trying to go “back to the roots” and reintroduce Hinoki items back into our lives based on how they were historically used.
They are passionate about crafting beautiful, functional, and long-lasting pieces, using high-quality cypress and cedar while sustaining the local timber industry.
The high-quality Hinoki cypress used here is sourced locally from Yoshino, Nara. Cypress from this area is known for its high density and durability with its fine, uniform rings, resulting in beautiful wood grains.
The timber industry in Yoshino dates back to the 1500s when the first trees were planted to build the Osaka Castle, Momoyama Castle, and other temples and shrines. Since then, the forest has been carefully managed and protected, so that it is constantly regenerating, while craftspeople can also benefit from the timber.
This project supports one of the issues we'd like to address as a company. Due to the lack of workforce, there are overgrown abandoned forests leading to landslides in Japan. By creating and introducing pieces that use local wood, we can contribute to a healthier ecosystem that benefits both the people and the planet.
MATERIAL
Hinoki cypress wood
CARE INSTRUCTIONS
Handwash only, and dry thoroughly to ensure the function and look of the wood. Be sure to store in a dry environment.
DIMENSIONS
Small:
cm: 30.3L x 16.7W x 2.6H
inch: 11.9L × 6.6W × 1H)
Medium:
cm: 36.4L x 21.2W x 2.6H
inch: 14.3L × 8.3W × 1H
Large:
cm: 60.6L x 30.3W x 3H
inch: 23.9L × 11.9W × 1.2H
