Japanese Natural Whetstone Shohonyama Nakayama Tomae Hinoki Mabu Karasu 1466g

This Nakayama Tomae natural whetstone is sourced from the "Hinoki Mabu" mine within the Nakayama district of Kyoto. It carries the "Yamashiro Meito" brand stamp, ensuring its quality as an authentic Shohonyama stone.

  • Texture & Density: The stone features a "Fairly Hard" density, providing a stable and consistent surface for professional finishing. This texture allows for precise control when sharpening long blades or woodworking tools.
  • Natural Patterns: A combination of "Tamago-iro" (egg-yellow), "Karasu" (crow), and "Chishibuki" (red spots) markings are visible on the surface. These are natural geological characteristics found in high-grade specimens from this specific range.
  • Stability & Dimensions: With a substantial length of 222mm and a weight of 1466g, this stone offers excellent stability for sharpening long knives such as Yanagiba, as well as large plane blades (Kanna).

Specifications

OriginNakayama (Hinoki Mabu), Kyoto, Japan
BrandYamashiro Meito (山城名砥)
HardnessFairly Hard
Size (Max)222 x 82 x 35 mm (approx. 8.74" x 3.23" x 1.38")
WeightApprox. 1466g (3.23 lbs)
ConditionNew / Unused

Shipping Information

Ships from Japan. Handling time is 5-10 business days after payment. Each item is carefully packed with attention to detail and shipped via Japan Post, DHL, FedEx, or UPS with tracking.

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