Hinoki wood Japanese cutting board black background, Tsukushi

Japanese Cutting Boards

Handcrafted from hinoki wood, our Cutting Boards bring elegance and precision to your kitchen: where tradition meets everyday function.

Japanese wooden cutting board showing the surface on a dark background. Tsukushi

Manaita | Rectangular Cutting Board XL size

$105.00

Japanese wooden cutting board, L size, with engraved text on a dark background

Manaita | Rectangular Cutting Board Large Size

$100.00

Japanese wooden cutting board, M size, with engraved text on a dark background

Manaita | Rectangular Cutting Board Medium Size

$75.00

Japanese wooden cutting board, S size, with engraved text on a dark background

Manaita | Rectangular Chopping Board Small Size

$55.00

Square Japanese Hinoki wood Cutting board

Manaita | Square Cutting Board Large Size

$90.00

Manaita | Square Cutting Board Medium Size

$70.00

Hinoki wood Japanese cutting board gradation background side zoom, Tsukushi

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The Unique Essence of a Japanese Cutting Board

Each of our Japanese cutting boards is crafted from a single slab of natural wood, specifically Hinoki (Japanese Cypress), revered for its fine grain and clean, minimalist beauty.
Naturally antibacterial and free from glues or resins, it’s a safe, non-toxic cutting board for meat, fish, vegetables, and everyday food prep.
Manaita (the traditional name Japanese cutting board) is known as one of the best cutting boards for Japanese knives, thanks to its smooth, resilient surface that helps preserve delicate blade edges without dulling them.

Each piece features unique wood grain patterns, making no two boards exactly alike; an expression of nature’s quiet individuality.
From thoughtful preparation to elegant presentation, this piece of traditional Japanese kitchenware is made to be used, admired, and passed down.
Inspired by timeless cutting board designs, it also serves beautifully as a minimalist sushi board.

Cutting meat on a wooden board like this becomes a surprisingly pleasant experience, thanks to its stable form and the calming, natural hinoki fragrance.

Shaped by Nature, Refined by Hand

The Unique Essence of a Japanese Cutting Board

Cutting meat on a wooden board like this becomes a surprisingly pleasant experience, thanks to its stable form and the calming, natural hinoki fragrance.

Timeless Origins

Tradition Carved in Wood

For centuries the Manaita (俎板,Japanese cutting board) has held a quiet but essential place in Japanese culinary tradition.
Originating as thick, legged platforms used by court chefs and knife masters, the manaita evolved from a sacred surface for food offerings into a practical tool found in every home.
Interesting fact, from ancient illustrations, it seems that the early versions of cutting board designs were bulged at the center, allowing cooks to apply more force while kneeling, an ingenious adaptation to Japanese lifestyles of the time.
Today, the legacy lives on in our solid wood cutting board, inspired by those historical roots.

Carefully shaped from natural wood, it embodies both function and tradition. Smooth, stable, and kind to your knife’s edge, it’s ideal for everything from slicing fresh vegetables to preparing meat and fish with care.
Whether displayed on your countertop or used daily, this solid wood cutting board connects past and present, offering not just a surface, but a story.

What Makes Our Cutting Boards Different

A Sustainable Upgrade to Ordinary Cutting Boards

While many boards today are made from composites or glued layers, our solid wood cutting board is crafted from one continuous piece of hinoki wood, completely free from adhesives or plastic. It’s a natural choice, both in appearance and feel.

Compared to a rubber cutting board, stone cutting board, or steel cutting board, hinoki offers a softer, quieter cutting experience that’s gentler on your hands and protects your knives from premature dulling.
Boards like a walnut cutting board or a maple cutting board are often praised for their durability, but few match the refined qualities of Japanese hinoki. Lightweight yet resilient, hinoki is naturally antibacterial, quick to dry, and releases a subtle citrus-like aroma known as hinoki fragrance. It also supports responsible forestry, as hinoki is grown and harvested in rhythm with Japan’s natural seasons.

The production is intentionally limited. Unlike mass-produced custom wooden cutting boards, each piece is made with respect for nature’s pace and the artisan’s hand. We also offer the option to personalize your board with engraved logos or branding, making it a thoughtful gift or a uniquely personal tool that feels truly made for you.
With just a little care, such as a light application of hinoki oil from time to time, your board will age gracefully.

Choose a solid wood cutting board that is not only functional but also rooted in sustainability, craftsmanship, and quiet excellence.

Made for Moments That Matter

More than a tool, a Japanese cutting board invites a return to mindful cooking.
It’s where nature, craftsmanship, and quiet beauty meet in perfect balance.

Japanese Chopping Board｜Manaita｜piled up

Close-up of a Japanese wooden cutting board on a neutral background. Tsukushi

How a Japanese Cutting Board Elevates Your Kitchen

Can a simple board transform how you prepare food?

Without a doubt.
Unlike mass-produced alternatives, a solid wood cutting board no glue offers something more lasting and intentional. Crafted from a single piece of wood with no synthetic adhesives, it represents the purity of form and function.

A Japanese cutting board transforms preparation into a mindful moment. It is quiet, tactile, and deeply rooted in tradition.
Like the finest Japanese kitchenware, it reflects harmony between nature, purpose, and everyday ritual.

We also offer the option of a personalized cutting board, turning your piece into something truly individual. Sustainable, durable, and thoughtfully crafted, it is everything an eco friendly cutting board should be.

Safe Shipping

100% insured & tracked door to door.
If it breaks, we handle everything.

In-house Packaging

Packed by hand with multiple protective layers for a safe arrival.

100% Made in Japan

All Tsukushi products are ethically crafted by local artisans in Japan

Customer service

We are available from Monday to Friday to answer your questions.

Great quality , perfect shipment. Custom sourced for our needs

We asked the Tsukushi team for a custom sourcing service for a knife, and they helped us find exactly what we wanted.The knife arrived really quickly and was perfectly protected for the travel from Japan to Italy. The quality is great, and the details are insane. Really recommended!

Dear Matilde,
Thank you for your kind review!
We are thrilled to hear that you are satisfied with the quality and shipment of your knife. We are happy to have been able to custom source it to meet your needs. Your satisfaction is our top priority.
Thank you for recommending us!

Have a great day.
The Tsukushi team

Great custom source service!

Imballaggio perfetto oltre alle aspettative, servizio eccezionale, prodotto top fuori categoria

Dear Giovanni,

Thanks for your review! It was a pleasure to assist you with sourcing your knife. Regarding the packaging, yes, we go the extra mile to ensure our clients receive their products in the best condition possible.
Wish you a great day.

The Tsukushi Team

Delightful Experience *

TSUKUSHI

Delightful experience with clear perspective with ordering products online. Website is clean and accurate. Quality of packaging was fabulous. Shipping was direct with communication of delivery on time.

Thank you.

Respectfully,
Nicole D. Apperley

Dear Ms. D. Apperley,

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with Tsukushi.
We are glad to hear that our website was user-friendly and that you were satisfied with the quality of packaging and timely delivery.
Your kind words mean a lot to us.

We appreciate your support and hope to continue providing you with authentic Japanese crafts and services in the future.
Thank you again for choosing our shop.

Sincerely,
The Tsukushi team

Very pretty cups and very well crafted

Just love the pattern, colour and shape. Very well crafted!

Dear Gabriele,
thank you so much for leaving your lovely review!
We're happy to hear that you love the pattern, color, and shape of our cups. We take great pride in selecting each and every one of our products with care.
Thanks again for your support!

The Tsukushi team

Consiglio

Consiglio

Dear Ms. Blanchaert,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for our store. We are glad to read that you had a smooth experience with us. Thank you for the recommendation.
We wish you a great day, the Tsukushi team.

Customer service was exemplary!

Customer service was on another level and exemplary! Great company to support as they are thorough and friendly.

Dear Nadia!
Thank you for your kind words! We strive to provide exemplary customer service and we are glad to hear that it was on another level for you. Your support means a lot to us. Have a great day!

the Tsukushi team

Good service and fast shipping!

Respons time is fast just like the shipping to Europe and the service is also great 😃

Thank you for your kind words Don!
We're glad to hear that you had a great experience with our service and shipping to Europe.
We strive to provide fast response times and a premium service for all of our customers.

Best Regards
Tsukushi

Great shop for distinctive gifts

A great online shop to purchase interesting and thoughtful Japanese inspired gifts.

I will purchase from them again

Dear Luke,
Thank you so much for your kind words!
We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed shopping at our online store for unique Japanese-inspired gifts.
We can't wait to have you as our valued customer again.
Have a lovely day!

Best regards
Tsukushi

Great experience

Great experience, easy to use and quick acknowledgement and delivery.

Dear Narelle

Thank you! We’re happy to see your review.
Being a small family company, this kind of feedback means a lot to us!

Great articraft

I loved every single piece, and especially my hunt was super excited with the collection. Know what to buy for next Christmas, and the packaging is super too.

Thanks Alessio, we hope your aunt will find something she likes.
Don't hesitate to contact us if any support is needed!

Beautiful Shigaraki ware and excellent service!

My experience with Tsukushi is very positive with quality over quantity service!

They also have fair prices prices imo so it's a good choice choosing them as a Shigaraki ware dealer.

Really listening to and thinking with you in wishes and solutions and keep their word so you as a customer can count on them.

Dear D.,
Thank you for your kind review. We are very happy to read your words of appreciation. Being able to go beyond the standard online catalog offer and help you find the product you were searching for by sourcing it locally was a true pleasure. It is always wonderful to meet people like you, passionate and willing to explore new cultures and crafts.

Impeccabile

Prodotti artigianali di ottima fattura. Una particolare cura all'estetica oltre che alla funzionalità, che non guasta. Il prodotto è giunto in Italia senza problemi e in tempi ragionevoli considerata la distanza. Consigliato a chi ama investire in prodotti di buona qualità.

Dear Matteo

Thank you for taking the time to leave such a positive review for our website and product!
We are thrilled to hear that you appreciate the quality and attention to detail in our artisanal products. We take great pride in ensuring both aesthetics and functionality in our products.

We are also glad to know that your order was delivered to Italy without any issues and in a reasonable amount of time. Your recommendation to invest in quality products means a lot to us.

Thank you again for your support and for choosing our product. We hope to continue exceeding your expectations in the future.

Best regards,
The TSUKUSHI team.

Great website!

Love their japanese tableware, refined and authentic. Impeccable customer service.

Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to leave a review!
We are very happy to hear that you are enjoying our selection of Japanese tableware. Our team works hard to provide authentic and refined products, and we are glad to know that you appreciate it.
We are also happy to hear that our customer service was able to meet your expectations. We truly value your support and look forward to serving you again in the future.

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Japanese Cutting Boards FAQs

What is hinoki?

Hinoki (檜) is the Japanese cypress, a slow-growing evergreen valued for its fine grain, lightness, and natural antibacterial qualities.
Known for its fresh, calming scent, it has long been used in temples, baths, and premium kitchenware.
In the kitchen, hinoki is especially prized for manaita cutting boards, where its soft surface protects delicate knife edges while maintaining precise cuts.

What is the best cutting board for Japanese knives?

The best cutting board for Japanese knives is often a hinoki board.
Its natural softness cushions each cut, helping prevent micro-chipping and preserving the fine edge of Japanese blades.
Unlike plastic or very hard woods, hinoki is gentle, antibacterial, quick-drying, and resistant to warping, making it the preferred choice for performance and long-term knife care.

Is a sushi cutting board different from a regular board?

Yes. Tsukushi’s Manaita can be used for sushi.
A true sushi cutting board is made from softwoods like hinoki for hygiene, quick drying, and a gentle surface that prevents sticking and odor transfer.

Hinoki’s clean scent never interferes with delicate foods, and its fine grain resists deep cuts.
Our Manaita meets these standards and can even double as a refined serving board.

Are these Japanese cutting boards customizable?

Yes.
We offer optional engraving for names, logos, or custom text, turning each board into a unique piece made just for you or your recipient.

Whether you’re a chef, a creator, or simply love meaningful items, a customized board adds emotional value and makes a practical, elegant gift.

Contact us here and specify your preferences, we will check the feasibility and get back to you.

How to clean a wooden cutting board?

Clean your wooden cutting board after each use with lukewarm water and a soft brush, scrubbing along the grain and over knife marks.
Rinse well, dry with a cloth, and store the board upright in a cool, ventilated place.

For more advice on keeping your board in top condition, visit our full article on how to care for wood cutting board.

How do you sanitize a wooden cutting board

Disinfecting your wooden cutting board goes beyond daily cleaning, targeting deeper layers where odors and bacteria can settle.
Avoid harsh chemicals and rely on natural methods that protect the wood and its antibacterial qualities.
For a detailed guide on how to disinfect a wood cutting board, see our full article on Manaita care here.

Where can you safely store clean cutting boards?

Store your cutting board in a dry, well-ventilated spot to avoid moisture and warping. Stand it upright on a rack or against a wall so both sides can breathe.
Avoid keeping it flat in drawers or cabinets where humidity gets trapped.

For additional care tips and long-term storage recommendations, refer to our full article on how to take care of a wooden cutting board.

Can wood cutting boards go in the dishwasher?

No, wooden cutting boards should never go in the dishwasher.
High heat, steam, and long water exposure can cause warping, cracking, and loss of natural oils, leaving the wood brittle.
Even durable hinoki boards need gentle hand washing. Clean your board right after use, dry it well, and store it properly to keep it beautiful and long-lasting.

Japanese Cutting Boards

More about Japanese Cutting Boards

The Unique Essence of a Japanese Cutting Board

Tradition Carved in Wood

A Sustainable Upgrade to Ordinary Cutting Boards

The Unique Essence of a Japanese Cutting Board

Tradition Carved in Wood

A Sustainable Upgrade to Ordinary Cutting Boards

How a Japanese Cutting Board Elevates Your Kitchen

Learn More About Our Manaita

Japanese Cutting Boards FAQs

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