Authentic Japanese Natural Whetstone from Ōhira, Shohonyama, Kyoto
A genuine Renge Suita from the Ōhira mine, part of the legendary Shohonyama region long celebrated for its world-class finishing stones. Features a beautiful suminagashi (floating ink) pattern with flowing textures, making it both a high-performance stone and a piece of natural art. Medium to slightly hard, with strong abrasive power and a refined, smooth feel, producing a fine, creamy slurry and misty kasumi finish. Ideal for kitchen knives (Shirogami, Aogami, Ginsan steels), planes, chisels, and razors.
Specifications
Origin: Ōhira mine, Shohonyama, Kyoto, Japan
Weight: 1,010 g
Size: Approx. 146 × 102 × 30 mm
Hardness: ★★★☆☆(Medium to slightly hard)
Type: Renge Suita with Suminagashi pattern
Condition: Unused, lapped, no cracks or chips. Back and sides sealed with Ishisan.
