Shohonyama Ōhira Renge Suita Japanese Natural Whetstone — Daikudou Tokusen Grade (2,278g)
Approx. 220 × 87 × 50 mm
A rare, extra-thick Renge Suita natural whetstone from the historic Ōhira Mine in Kyoto, Japan.
This premium stone is a highly desirable No-Su type, meaning it is free from the air pockets commonly found in Suita stones. The result is exceptionally smooth, stable sharpening feedback and consistently reliable performance across the entire surface.
Mined from old Ōhira stock, it combines a medium-hard texture with strong polishing ability and excellent cutting speed. It delivers fast sharpening response and refined edge control, making it equally attractive as a professional-grade tool and an investment-quality collectible.
Specifications & Features
Origin: Shohonyama, Ōhira Mine (Kyoto, Japan)
Type: Renge Suita (No-Su / Without Air Holes)
Grade: Daikudou Tokusen (Special Selection)
Format: Extra-Thick Block
Dimensions: Approx. 220 × 87 × 50 mm
Weight: 2,278 g
Hardness: Medium-Hard
(Strong polishing power and fast sharpening response)
Condition: Unused Vintage Stock
(Long-term stored and preserved)
Protection: Sides and bottom sealed with Ishisan premium water-based protective lacquer
Performance & Application
• Smooth and stable sharpening feel across the entire surface
• Fast cutting action with excellent polishing capability
• Produces refined, razor-sharp edges with precise control
• Creates a bright and attractive Kasumi finish
• Excellent balance between cutting speed and finishing quality
• Reliable performance due to its rare No-Su structure
Recommended For
Kitchen Knives
Producing a beautiful, bright Kasumi finish and finely refined cutting edge.
Carpentry Tools
High-speed precision sharpening for chisels (Nomi), plane blades (Kanna), and other woodworking tools.
Straight Razors
Final-stage edge refinement and delicate polishing work.
Collectors
A rare and highly desirable No-Su Renge Suita specimen from historic Ōhira mountain stock.
Collector's Note
Large Ōhira Renge Suita stones with a genuine No-Su structure are becoming increasingly difficult to source. The absence of air holes, combined with its substantial dimensions, Daikudou Tokusen grading, and attractive Renge characteristics, makes this a particularly sought-after example.
Its combination of practical performance, rarity, and long-term collectibility places it among the most desirable traditional Japanese natural whetstones available today.
Authentic Shohonyama Ōhira Renge Suita — Daikudou Tokusen Grade.
Rare No-Su specimen with smooth, stable sharpening characteristics.
Large 2,278 g natural whetstone from Kyoto, Japan.
A premium collector-grade Japanese natural finishing stone with outstanding performance and rarity.
