Shohonyama Tomae Iromono – 1294 g (approx. 178 × 88 × 35 mm) | Soft Grade
An authentic Japanese Whetstone (Natural Whetstone) from Kyoto’s Shohonyama region — home to Japan’s most prestigious Finishing Stones.
This Rare Stone Tomae Iromono (“colored variety”) is a soft-grade whetstone prized for its smooth tactile feel, easy handling, and graceful sharpening feedback.
Its soft composition makes it particularly well-suited for Japanese kitchen knives, including Yanagiba, Deba, Gyuto, and Usuba.
It delivers a keen yet refined edge with a natural kasumi finish, ideal for both professional chefs and everyday use.
The sharpening surface is lapped flat and ready to use, while the back and sides are sealed with Ishisan (traditional water-based sealant) for durability and long-term preservation.
✨ Features
Origin: Shohonyama (Kyoto, Japan)
Type: Tomae Iromono (natural finishing stone)
Weight: 1294 g
Size: 178 × 88 × 35 mm
Hardness: Soft – ideal for kitchen knives
Surface: Lapped flat, ready to use
Condition: Unused
Coating: Back and sides sealed with Ishisan (traditional water-based sealant)
🔪 Recommended for
Japanese kitchen knives (Yanagiba, Deba, Gyuto, Usuba),
White steel (Shirogami) and Blue steel (Aogami),
General finishing for chefs and home sharpeners.
A Natural Stone born from Kyoto’s Traditional Craft, combining ease of use with refined cutting precision.
Perfect as an Original Gift or Unique Gift, this One of a Kind Shohonyama Tomae Iromono is an excellent choice for both professionals and enthusiasts seeking smooth, consistent performance.
