Wood library / Korean woods

Hinoki Cypress

Hinoki Cypress

A softwood known for its clean, pale colour and gentle fragrance. It suits everyday wooden objects with a light, understated character.

WOODWAY MAGAZINEHinoki cypress is known for its fragrance. Its resistance to water has made it a material for tubs and cutting boards.

Pale yellow with straight grain. Round cross sections show closely spaced growth rings.

Scientific name

Chamaecyparis obtusa

Origin

Korea and Japan

Colour

Pale yellow-white

Characteristics

Gentle fragrance · Light colour · Clean grain

Suggested uses

Everyday objects · Furniture · Bathroom accessories · Boxes

Colour, figure, knots and cracks vary even within the same species. Check photographs, condition and usable dimensions of the actual piece before ordering.