{"product_id":"natural-whetstone-tomae-asagi-2758g-made-in-japan-kyoto-shohonyama-4368743421","title":"Natural Whetstone Tomae Asagi 2758g | Made in Japan, Kyoto, Shohonyama","description":"\u003cp\u003eShohonyama Tomae Asagi – 2758 g (approx. 215 × 80 × 62 mm) | Extra-Thick 30-Kiri Hard Finishing Stone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn authentic Japanese Natural Whetstone from Kyoto’s Shohonyama region, this massive Tomae Asagi (戸前浅黄) weighs an impressive 2758 g and represents an extra-thick 30-Kiri cut — a format rarely encountered even among top-grade natural sharpening stones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHard and dense, this finishing stone offers excellent bite and strong polishing power while maintaining fine tactile control. It produces a clean, bright finish with outstanding edge precision.\u003cbr\u003e\nNo harmful suji (lines) or cracks are present, and the sharpening surface is perfectly clean and stable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis stone exemplifies the best characteristics of Kyoto whetstones — high density, clarity of feedback, and refined polishing ability.\u003cbr\u003e\nIts monumental size and perfect structure make it ideal for both knife sharpening and tool polishing, combining traditional craft with professional-grade performance and collectible rarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe back and sides are sealed with Ishisan (traditional water-based protective coating) for durability, moisture resistance, 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: Tomae Asagi (30-Kiri Extra-Thick)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 215 × 80 × 62 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 2758 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardness: Hard, strong polishing power\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Unused, no harmful suji or cracks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoating: Back and sides sealed with Ishisan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🔪 Recommended for\u003cbr\u003e\nJapanese and Western kitchen knives, chisels (nomi), plane blades (kanna), saws, razors, and fine woodworking tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Shohonyama Tomae Asagi of this enormous size is exceptionally rare — combining unmatched sharpening performance, superior durability, and museum-grade collectible value.\u003cbr\u003e\nPerfect for collectors of Japanese Whetstones, Natural Stones, Sharpening Tools, and Vintage Tools, this One of a Kind stone also makes a Unique Gift and Original Gift that embodies Kyoto’s timeless Traditional Craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DAIKUDOU","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44565987655722,"sku":null,"price":1480.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/5787\/8570\/files\/il_fullxfull.7254849544_etaw.jpg?v=1783943929","url":"https:\/\/daikudou.com\/products\/natural-whetstone-tomae-asagi-2758g-made-in-japan-kyoto-shohonyama-4368743421","provider":"DAIKUDOU","version":"1.0","type":"link"}