This is a Shohonyama Tomae Nashiji natural finishing whetstone (Awasedo) from Kyoto, Japan, weighing 1206 g. Originally handled by a traditional Kyoto whetstone shop (Kyoto Natural Whetstone Association).
Dimensions: approx. 210 × 78 × 30 mm
Weight: 1206 g
Type: Tomae, Nashiji (pear-skin texture), finishing stone
Performance: Medium-hard with strong polishing power, providing a smooth sharpening feel and a refined finish
Condition: Stable structure, clean sharpening surface, no issues for use
Protection: Sides and back sealed with Ishisan water-based protective coating
Nashiji-pattern Tomae stones are highly regarded for their fine texture and sharpening performance. Excellent for finishing kitchen knives, chisels, plane blades, and woodworking tools.
