Authentic Japanese Natural Whetstone from Tsukinowa Mine, Shohonyama, Kyoto
An authentic Akahudou natural whetstone from the Tsukinowa Mine in Shohonyama, Kyoto. Medium-hard, with a smooth and controlled sharpening feel, making it well suited for producing a refined edge.
Tsukinowa Akahudou with no suji in this size is particularly rare.
This substantial, large-format stone is versatile and effective for kitchen knives, chisels, and kanna (Japanese planes).
Specifications
Origin: Tsukinowa Mine, Shohonyama, Kyoto, Japan
Weight: 2,150 g
Size: Approx. 215 × 140 × 30 mm
Hardness: ★★★★☆ (Medium-hard)
Type: Akahudou
Condition: Unused, No Suji
Surface lapped and ready to use. Back and sides sealed with Ishisan
