Umezawa Hinoki Cutting Board

Hinoki is a Japanese cypress prized for its soft, resilient grain, which cushions your knife blade rather than dulling it. It also contains natural oils that provide inherent antibacterial properties and a subtle, pleasant scent.

No, this board is not dishwasher safe. High heat and excessive moisture from a dishwasher can cause the wood to warp, crack, or split.

To prevent the wood from drying out, you should regularly treat the board with a food-safe mineral oil or beeswax conditioner. Hand wash it with mild soap and warm water, then dry it thoroughly immediately after use.

The round shape offers a generous, unobstructed surface area that is excellent for chopping vegetables, slicing herbs, or serving charcuterie. While it lacks the straight edges of a rectangular board for guiding a bench scraper, it provides ample room for most standard kitchen prep tasks.

Like all natural wood, Hinoki is porous and can absorb pigments from strongly colored foods like beets or turmeric. To minimize staining, rinse the board with water before use, which creates a barrier that prevents juices from soaking deep into the wood fibers.