{"product_id":"natural-whetstone-akapin-1294g-made-in-japan-kyoto-shohonyama-4348388553","title":"Natural Whetstone Akapin 1294g | Made in Japan, Kyoto, Shohonyama","description":"\u003cp\u003eShohonyama Tomae Iromono – 1294 g (approx. 178 × 88 × 35 mm) | Soft Grade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn authentic Japanese Whetstone (Natural Whetstone) from Kyoto’s Shohonyama region — home to Japan’s most prestigious Finishing Stones.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis Rare Stone Tomae Iromono (“colored variety”) is a soft-grade whetstone prized for its smooth tactile feel, easy handling, and graceful sharpening feedback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts soft composition makes it particularly well-suited for Japanese kitchen knives, including Yanagiba, Deba, Gyuto, and Usuba.\u003cbr\u003e\nIt delivers a keen yet refined edge with a natural kasumi finish, ideal for both professional chefs and everyday use.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✨ Features\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrigin: Shohonyama (Kyoto, Japan)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eType: Tomae Iromono (natural finishing stone)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 1294 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 178 × 88 × 35 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardness: Soft – ideal for kitchen knives\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSurface: Lapped flat, ready to use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Unused\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoating: Back and sides sealed with Ishisan (traditional water-based sealant)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🔪 Recommended for\u003cbr\u003e\nJapanese kitchen knives (Yanagiba, Deba, Gyuto, Usuba),\u003cbr\u003e\nWhite steel (Shirogami) and Blue steel (Aogami),\u003cbr\u003e\nGeneral finishing for chefs and home sharpeners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Natural Stone born from Kyoto’s Traditional Craft, combining ease of use with refined cutting precision.\u003cbr\u003e\nPerfect 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DAIKUDOU","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44565990047786,"sku":null,"price":318.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/5787\/8570\/files\/il_fullxfull.7260605648_68j5.jpg?v=1783943967","url":"https:\/\/daikudou.com\/products\/natural-whetstone-akapin-1294g-made-in-japan-kyoto-shohonyama-4348388553","provider":"DAIKUDOU","version":"1.0","type":"link"}