The Shun Hinoki Large Japanese Cypress Board is a professional-grade prep surface built to protect your high-end knives. The biggest headache in any kitchen is "blade fatigue"—that frustrating moment when a hard cutting surface fights your knife, causing the edge to roll or dull prematurely. This board fixes that by using medium-soft Hinoki fibers that give slightly under pressure, absorbing the shock of every slice rather than reflecting it back into the steel.
The magic is in the wood’s unique cellular structure, which provides the perfect amount of "give" without feeling mushy or unstable. Its edge-grain build helps spread out the force of your cuts, saving your knife’s edge from localized stress. Plus, a quick splash of water before you start creates a natural moisture barrier, keeping food odors and stains from soaking in while you work.
Crafted from FSC-certified Hinoki in a reversible 20" x 14" x 1" layout, this board blends rock-solid stability with a surface that actually cares for your cutlery. The integrated juice groove handles the mess during heavy carving, while the cypress fibers cushion every strike—keeping your workspace clean and your knives sharper for much longer prep sessions.
Key Features
- Medium-soft Hinoki wood fibers + controlled compression under blade impact = Reduced edge rolling and extended sharpening intervals
- Edge-grain wood structure + lateral force distribution = Improved durability under repetitive slicing loads
- Reversible dual-surface layout + flat side and grooved side = Task-specific workflow without requiring multiple boards
- Integrated perimeter juice groove + liquid containment path = Cleaner prep surfaces and reduced countertop contamination
Technical Specifications
- SKU: DM0819
- Material: FSC-certified Hinoki (Chamaecyparis obtusa)
- Construction: Solid wood
- Surface Type: Edge-grain
- Dimensions: 20 in length x 14 in width x 1 in thickness
- Design: Reversible with integrated perimeter juice groove
- Antimicrobial Property: Naturally occurring wood oils
- Origin: Japan
- Maintenance Requirement: Hand wash only
- Pre-Use Procedure: Surface wetting is recommended to reduce staining and odor absorption
Choose the Shun Hinoki Large Japanese Cypress Cutting Board with Juice Groove from SMKW to maintain edge integrity, support disciplined prep workflows, and source authentic Japanese-crafted kitchen tools from a trusted industry authority known for verified product standards.
