Asahi Cookin' Cut
A synthetic-rubber cutting board designed to balance a gentle cutting feel with scratch resistance.
Asahi Cookin' Cut is Parker Asahi's synthetic-rubber cutting board series. According to the company's official materials, Parker Asahi was the first in Japan to develop a synthetic-rubber chopping board, and the product has been sold since 1965. The concept is to combine a natural, knife-friendly cutting feel with improved resistance to deep scratches — an important factor for hygiene and everyday maintenance. The lineup includes variants positioned for professional use (PRO) and home use (HOME).
Why We Love It
"The knife blade goes in comfortably, yet the cutting board doesn't deteriorate" — that "best of both worlds" is what makes Cookin' Cut interesting. For people who notice the impact on the blade edge when using hard-material cutting boards, or those who do a lot of hygiene-conscious prep with fish and meat, the benefits of elastic material really resonate. Heat-resistance conditions differ between home (HOME) and professional (PRO), so choosing while considering use and care methods is recommended.
PROFILE About the Company / Workshop
Parker Asahi's materials position Asahi Cookin' Cut as a long-running synthetic-rubber cutting board developed early in Japan, with sales starting in 1965. The motivation described is to meet key cutting-board requirements — cutting feel, hygiene, durability, and practical maintenance — through material engineering.
The elastic nature of synthetic rubber helps absorb impact at the moment of cutting, contributing to a comfortable cutting feel and supporting the idea of reducing deep grooves that can be harder to clean. Fast drying and ease of washing are also highlighted in product descriptions distributed through industrial and retail channels.
The official PDF also notes material composition context (synthetic rubber with wood powder referenced in the documentation) and differentiates heat-resistance guidance by line (PRO vs HOME). Choosing the right variant depends on how you sanitize and operate the board in your kitchen environment.
For home kitchens, hand-washing and thorough drying are generally assumed. Where applicable, confirm whether boiling/hot-water sanitation or bleaching is supported in the specification of your exact model, and avoid dishwashers when cautioned by the seller due to deformation risk.
Officially described as Japan's first synthetic-rubber cutting board (since 1965)
In the official English materials, Parker Asahi states that it developed Japan's first synthetic-rubber chopping board and has been selling the product since 1965, with long-standing use in professional kitchens.
Elastic rubber: a knife-friendly feel while helping reduce deep scratches
The product is described as offering a natural cutting feel thanks to the elastic surface, while also aiming for scratch resistance and fast drying/cleanliness — benefits that matter for hygiene and daily upkeep.
Different heat-resistance guidance for PRO vs HOME, plus care cautions
The official PDF indicates guidance such as PRO: "up to 130°C for 30 minutes" and HOME: "up to 100°C." Some retail listings also caution against dishwasher use due to potential warping or deformation.
PRODUCTS Featured Products & Services
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Cookin' Cut HOME Antibacterial S (240×210×13mm / NE05701)
An S size easy to handle at home. A standard model in synthetic rubber, sized 240×210×13mm thick.
Cookin' Cut HOME M (380×210×13mm)
An M size that provides a solid work surface even within the home line. At 380×210×13mm thick, it's a dimension easy to match with daily prep.
Cookin' Cut HOME Antibacterial L (400×230×13mm)
An L size easily chosen as the "main size" of cutting boards. At 400×230×13mm thick, it's reliable even on days when handling meat, fish, and vegetables together.
Cookin' Cut HOME Antibacterial LL (420×250×13mm)
An LL size for slightly more spacious use. At 420×250×13mm thick, a dimension for those who want to push cut ingredients to the side while working.
Cookin' Cut Antibacterial Type G103 (600×300×20mm)
An antibacterial type in the professional line. At 600×300×20mm thick, a standard with a sense of stability.
Cookin' Cut Antibacterial Type G104 (600×330×20mm)
600×330×20mm thick, with extended depth compared to G103. A model that secures a work surface even when prep volume increases.
Cookin' Cut Color SC101 (250×500×15mm)
A color type suited for separation-of-use management. Size 250×500×15mm thick — a dimension that fits even on narrow work surfaces.
Cookin' Cut (Synthetic Rubber) No.109 (1000×330×20mm)
A large professional size. At 1000×330×20mm thick, a model for sites that want a wide work surface in one piece.
LINKS Official Links / Social Media
- Official Website http://www.parker-asahi.co.jp/
- Product PDF (JP) – Elastic Rubber Chop Board https://www.parker-asahi.co.jp/pdf/Elastic_Rubber_Chop_Board.pdf
- Product PDF (EN) – Synthetic Rubber Chopping Board https://www.parker-asahi.co.jp/pdf/Elastic_Rubber_Chop_Board_en.pdf
- Catalog https://www.parker-asahi.co.jp/catalog.html