Shohonyama Tomae Asagi – 1142 g (approx. 212 × 82 × 26 mm) | Hard Finishing Stone
An authentic Japanese Whetstone and Natural Whetstone (Awasedo) quarried from the Tomae-Asagi strata in Kyoto’s Shohonyama region.
This fine-grade Tomae Asagi (戸前浅黄) weighs 1142 g and features a perfectly clean sharpening surface with no visible suji (natural lines).
Hard and finely grained, it offers strong polishing power while maintaining smooth and precise Sharpening Stone feedback.
Ideal for achieving razor-sharp, mirror-like finishes on high-grade blades, combining control, responsiveness, and refined balance.
The back and sides are sealed with Ishisan (traditional water-based protective coating) to ensure durability, moisture resistance, and long-term stability.
✨ Features
Origin: Shohonyama (Kyoto, Japan)
Type: Tomae Asagi (Awasedo)
Size: 212 × 82 × 26 mm
Weight: 1142 g
Hardness: Hard
Condition: Clean surface, no suji
Coating: Back and sides sealed with Ishisan (water-based protective coating)
🔪 Recommended for
Knife Sharpening (Yanagiba, Deba, Gyuto, and other Japanese kitchen knives)
Tool Sharpening (Chisels / nomi, Plane blades / kanna)
Razors and precision woodworking tools
A Shohonyama Tomae Asagi of this clarity and quality is exceptionally rare — delivering superb Sharpening Stone performance, refined feedback, and high Rare Stone collectible value.
As a masterpiece of Traditional Craft and Natural Stone, it also serves as a fine Woodworking Tool, Chisel Stone, and Vintage Tool.
A refined Japanese Whetstone and Natural Whetstone Sharpening Stone for Knife Sharpening and Tool Sharpening.
This Rare Stone, serving as a Woodworking Tool and Chisel Stone, carries Vintage Tool charm — truly One of a Kind, a Unique Gift, and an Original Gift from Kyoto’s traditional craftsmanship.
