Katori Titanium Cutting Board, 12 x 18 in

For cooks who want a nonporous board that rinses clean between prep tasks, this XXL titanium cutting board takes a different approach from the usual wood or plastic surface.

Its 12 x 18 in size gives you room to chop ingredients or work with dough, while the thin profile is easier to store than a bulky board.

It has two usable sides, so you can reserve one for raw ingredients and the other for cooked food. Keep a towel underneath during chopping, the product notes that this helps prevent sliding.

Size & fit

This is the single XXL board, measuring 12 x 18 in. That larger surface can be useful when you’re prepping several ingredients at once or rolling out pie dough, but it will take up more counter space while in use than a compact board. Its thinner construction may be easier to tuck away when you’re done.

The double-sided design gives you a simple way to separate raw and cooked food: use one face for raw meat, for example, then turn to the other when slicing cooked ingredients. That’s a practical routine, but it still depends on keeping track of which side you’ve used.

Pros

The main draw is the smooth, nonporous titanium surface. The listing says it doesn’t absorb liquids or retain odors, and that it can be rinsed under tap water or cleaned in a dishwasher. If you’re tired of scrubbing food residue from a board, that straightforward cleanup may appeal. What’s more useful for your kitchen: a familiar wood surface, or one designed to rinse clean without absorbing liquid?

It’s also described as sturdy and resistant to deformation or breakage, and its two-sided format supports separate prep tasks. Use it for chopping meat, fruit, or vegetables, or for rolling dough and making sandwiches. For a picnic or camping trip, the listing says it can be carried along, though the XXL dimensions may be less convenient than a smaller portable board.

One tradeoff is that scratches from knife use are normal, according to the product details. They don’t affect its stated functionality, but visible marks may bother cooks who prefer a board that keeps a pristine appearance. A towel underneath is also a sensible addition if you want more stability while chopping.

Spec sheet

• Name: Katori titanium cutting board
• Material: 100% pure titanium, described as food-grade
• Format: Double-sided, single board
• Size: XXL, 12 x 18 in
• Cleaning: Rinse with tap water or place in the dishwasher

The product presents titanium as an alternative to wood and plastic, with an emphasis on a smooth surface and easy cleanup. Those are product claims, not a substitute for your own food-handling routine, keeping raw and cooked ingredients separate still matters. Worth considering if you want a large, dishwasher-safe board with a nonporous surface. It’s not for you if you prefer a softer-feeling cutting surface or don’t want normal knife scratches to show. On the spec sheet, this is a straightforward prep board rather than a specialized tool with extra features.

Should you buy it?

Choose this Katori board if a roomy, thin, double-sided metal surface fits the way you prep and you value quick rinsing or dishwasher cleanup. It can make sense for a kitchen where one side is reserved for raw food and the other for cooked food, or where the same surface also gets used for dough and sandwiches. If you’d rather have a smaller board that’s easier to carry or a surface with fewer visible knife marks, this XXL titanium format is a less natural fit.