{"product_id":"natural-whetstone-karasu-1909g-made-in-japan-kyoto-shohonyama-4359079004","title":"Natural Whetstone Karasu 1909g | Made in Japan, Kyoto, Shohonyama","description":"\u003cp\u003eShohonyama Karasu – 1909 g (approx. 205 × 83 × 47 mm) | 30-Kiri Soft Finishing Stone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn authentic Japanese Whetstone (Natural Whetstone) from Kyoto’s Shohonyama region — home to Japan’s most refined and collectible Finishing Stones.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis Rare Stone Karasu (烏砥) was cut from old stock in the 30-Kiri format, prized for its balance of thickness, stability, and traditional hand-cut proportion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe surface displays a vivid Karasu (crow-like) pattern across a soft cloudy base, typical of high-quality Shohonyama stones.\u003cbr\u003e\nSoft to medium in hardness, it offers gentle tactile feedback, fast slurry formation, and a smooth, consistent sharpening feel that produces a fine, hazy (kasumi) finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural suji (lines) are visible but do not affect sharpening performance.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe back and sides are sealed with Ishisan (water-based protective coating) 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: Karasu Awasedo (natural finishing stone)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFormat: 30-Kiri cut\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 205 × 83 × 47 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 1909 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardness: Soft to medium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePattern: Karasu (black crow pattern)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Unused, lapped and ready to use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoating: Back and sides sealed with Ishisan (water-based protective sealant)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🔪 Recommended for\u003cbr\u003e\nJapanese and Western kitchen knives, chisels, plane blades, and razors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Natural Stone crafted through Kyoto’s Traditional Craft, uniting refined sharpening performance with distinctive visual beauty.\u003cbr\u003e\nPerfect as an Original Gift or Unique Gift, this One of a Kind Shohonyama Karasu Awasedo combines practical usability with collector-grade artistry.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DAIKUDOU","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44565989195818,"sku":null,"price":438.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/5787\/8570\/files\/il_fullxfull.7260443598_nwts.jpg?v=1783943955","url":"https:\/\/daikudou.com\/products\/natural-whetstone-karasu-1909g-made-in-japan-kyoto-shohonyama-4359079004","provider":"DAIKUDOU","version":"1.0","type":"link"}