{"product_id":"natural-whetstone-tomae-asagi-1900g-made-in-japan-kyoto-shohonyama-4348385995","title":"Natural Whetstone Tomae Asagi 1900g | Made in Japan, Kyoto, Shohonyama","description":"\u003cp\u003eShohonyama Tomae Asagi – 1900 g (approx. 212 × 82 × 43 mm) | Hard, No-Suji Finishing Stone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn authentic Japanese Whetstone and Natural Whetstone (Awasedo) from Kyoto’s Shohonyama region.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis Tomae Asagi (戸前浅黄) weighs 1900 g and features a clean, flawless No-Suji surface, cut thick for both professional use and long-term durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuarried from the same geological layer as the Kanmaki (ring-marked) type, it shares the same ultra-fine grain and highly refined Sharpening Stone characteristics.\u003cbr\u003e\nHard and dense, it produces minimal slurry yet provides crisp, responsive feedback—ideal for achieving razor-sharp, mirror-like edges with precise control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sharpening face is perfectly clean and lapped flat.\u003cbr\u003e\nBack and sides are sealed with Ishisan (traditional water-based protective coating) for stability and moisture resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✨ Features\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrigin: Shohonyama (Kyoto, Japan)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eType: Tomae Asagi (Awasedo)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 212 × 82 × 43 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 1900 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardness: Hard, ultra-fine grain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLayer: Same as ring-marked (Kanmaki)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Unused, lapped, no suji or chips\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoating: Back and sides sealed with Ishisan (water-based protective coating)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🔪 Recommended for\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnife Sharpening (Japanese and Western kitchen knives)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTool Sharpening (Chisels \/ nomi, Plane blades \/ kanna)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRazors and carving tools\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Shohonyama Tomae Asagi of this clarity and density is exceptionally rare—combining superb Sharpening Stone precision, remarkable durability, and true Rare Stone collectible quality.\u003cbr\u003e\nAs a masterpiece of Traditional Craft and Natural Stone, it also serves perfectly as a Woodworking Tool, Chisel Stone, and Vintage Tool.\u003cbr\u003e\nA refined Japanese Whetstone and Natural Whetstone Sharpening Stone for Knife Sharpening and Tool Sharpening.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DAIKUDOU","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44565983854634,"sku":null,"price":878.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/5787\/8570\/files\/il_fullxfull.7254943846_q70p.jpg?v=1783943876","url":"https:\/\/daikudou.com\/products\/natural-whetstone-tomae-asagi-1900g-made-in-japan-kyoto-shohonyama-4348385995","provider":"DAIKUDOU","version":"1.0","type":"link"}