Definition of "hinoki" [hinoki]

• A variety of the Japanese cypress, Chamæcyparis obtusa, having foliage of a golden color. See Retinospora. (noun)

The Century Dictionary (Public Domain)

• "Traditionally, the Japanese bath tubs are made from wood such as hinoki - a Japanese cypress with a very pleasing aroma."
• "Immersed in hot water, leaning against the fragrant hinoki wood and watching clouds fly through the wintery blue sky above encouraged haiku thoughts."
• "Trees and shrubs such as Japanese maples, star magnolias, hinoki falsecypresses and arborvitaes will thrive for years, needing irrigation only during the driest parts of summer."