{"product_id":"natural-whetstone-tomae-asagi-860g-made-in-japan-kyoto-shohonyama-4343720638","title":"Natural Whetstone Tomae Asagi 860g | Made in Japan, Kyoto, Shohonyama","description":"\u003cp\u003eShohonyama Tomae Asagi – 860 g (approx. 212 × 60 × 27 mm) | Medium-Hard Finishing Stone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the artisan workshop DAIKUDOU, this is a refined Japanese Whetstone and Natural Whetstone (Awasedo) quarried from the Shohonyama region in Kyoto, Japan.\u003cbr\u003e\nThis Tomae Asagi (戸前浅黄) weighs 860 g and represents a medium-sized finishing Sharpening Stone that balances polishing power and refined surface control, embodying the elegance and precision of Kyoto’s traditional craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith medium-hard hardness, it offers the smooth tactile feedback characteristic of Asagi stones, forming a sharp, keen edge and a beautiful kasumi (mist)-style finish.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe stone has been carefully lapped flat and chamfered, ready for immediate use.\u003cbr\u003e\nBack and sides are sealed with Ishisan (traditional water-based protective coating) for durability, moisture protection, and long-term stability.\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 × 60 × 27 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 860 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardness: Medium-hard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Lapped, chamfered, and ready to use\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 (Yanagiba, Deba, Usuba, Gyuto)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTool Sharpening (Planes \/ kanna, Chisels \/ nomi)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAogami (Blue Steel) and Shirogami (White Steel)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHSS (High-Speed Steel) knives\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinal polishing of small blades and Japanese swords\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA versatile Shohonyama Tomae Asagi that combines balanced Sharpening Stone performance, fine finishing control, and aesthetic harmony — suitable for both professionals and dedicated enthusiasts.\u003cbr\u003e\nAs a masterpiece of Traditional Craft and Natural Stone, it also serves as a refined 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":44565984935978,"sku":null,"price":248.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/5787\/8570\/files\/il_fullxfull.7308552663_1zxx.jpg?v=1783943886","url":"https:\/\/daikudou.com\/products\/natural-whetstone-tomae-asagi-860g-made-in-japan-kyoto-shohonyama-4343720638","provider":"DAIKUDOU","version":"1.0","type":"link"}