This is a Shohonyama Mizu-Asagi natural finishing whetstone (Awasedo) weighing 1831 g.
A fine Kyoto natural stone originally handled by a traditional whetstone shop (Kyoto Natural Whetstone Association).
Dimensions: approx. 208 × 80 × 43 mm
Weight: 1831 g
Type: Mizu-Asagi, Sanjū-kiri (extra-thick size), hard finishing stone
Performance: Hard stone with fine grain, provides strong polishing power with good bite. Produces a clean and refined finish.
Condition: High-quality stone. Natural lines are present but do not affect sharpening performance.
Protection: Sides and back sealed with Ishisan water-based protective coating
Shohonyama Mizu-Asagi stones are highly valued for their hardness, polishing power, and precision.
This extra-thick Sanjū-kiri size provides durability and a wide sharpening surface, making it excellent for kitchen knives, chisels, and plane blades.
