{"title":"Natural Whetstone","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthentic Japanese Natural Whetstones\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA collection of authentic Japanese natural whetstones, selected for those who appreciate the depth and character of traditional Japanese sharpening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach natural stone is unique, with its own hardness, feedback, cutting characteristics, and finish — qualities that cannot be defined by grit number alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom \u003cstrong\u003eNakayama finishing stones to Tsushima Nagura and other Japanese natural stones\u003c\/strong\u003e, explore the distinctive qualities that have made natural whetstones an important part of Japan’s sharpening tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yamani1913.myshopify.com\/pages\/curated-authentic-japanese-whetstones\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e▶Discover Authentic Japanese Whetstones.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"umaji-yama-awasedo-kyoto-natural-finishing-whetstone-1","title":"Umaji Yama Awasedo – Kyoto Natural Finishing Whetstone（#1）","description":"\u003ch2\u003eUmaji Yama Awasedo — Kyoto Natural Finishing Stone\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSourced from the mountains of Kyoto, the Umaji Yama Awasedo is a rare Japanese natural whetstone prized by craftsmen and knife enthusiasts alike. Formed over millions of years, this finishing stone delivers an exceptionally refined edge with a smooth, polished feel that only a true natural stone can provide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNatural whetstones from Kyoto are renowned worldwide for their unique particle composition, which gently refines the blade while producing a mirror-like finish. Each stone is one-of-a-kind, with its own natural character, color, and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Kyoto, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: approx. 139 mm × 77 mm × 18 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 493 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural finishing whetstone from Kyoto, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for knives, chisels, and fine-edged tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduces a refined, polished edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach stone is unique in appearance and character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor experienced sharpeners seeking the finest edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"YAMANI SHODOSHIMA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46036828881082,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/6750\/4826\/files\/97F5819F-D472-43B7-B409-94810A5744E8.jpg?v=1788515563"},{"product_id":"うまじ","title":"Umaji Yama Awasedo – Kyoto Natural Finishing Whetstone（#２）","description":"\u003cp\u003eA natural finishing whetstone sourced from the Umaji Yama quarry in Kyoto, Japan. Prized by professional craftsmen and knife enthusiasts for its exceptionally fine grit, this stone delivers a refined, mirror-like edge that brings out the full potential of high-quality Japanese blades.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach stone is a unique piece of nature, with individual variations in color and texture that reflect its geological origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 139 mm × 77 mm × 18 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 474 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"YAMANI SHODOSHIMA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46036892319930,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/6750\/4826\/files\/EC3F7DF0-A84F-4CAE-9E0D-169835D746B0.jpg?v=1788515419"},{"product_id":"ozukuyama-awasedo-japanese-natural-finishing-stone","title":"Ozukuyama Awasedo — Japanese Natural Finishing Stone","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOzukuyama Awasedo\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ozukuyama Awasedo is one of Japan's rarest and most prized natural whetstones. Quarried from the mountains near Kyoto, this exceptional finishing stone is renowned for its fine, uniform grit that delivers an unparalleled edge — a razor-sharp blade with a mirror-like polish that only a true natural stone can achieve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan (Kyoto region)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural finishing stone (Awasedo)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese knives, kitchen knives, chisels, and all fine-edged blades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hard, fine-grained stone that refines the edge and produces a beautiful, lustrous finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:200mm×72mm×32mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:1298g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"YAMANI SHODOSHIMA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46037225210042,"sku":null,"price":440.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/6750\/4826\/files\/5C8D12F4-49AD-453F-878A-1D88B2EEAC19.jpg?v=1788515274"},{"product_id":"みずきはら","title":"Mizukihara Awasedo — Kyoto Natural Finishing Stone","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMizukihara Awasedo — Kyoto Natural Finishing Stone\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from the historic Mizukihara quarry in Kyoto, Japan, this natural finishing whetstone is treasured by professional craftsmen and knife enthusiasts for its exceptionally fine grit. The Mizukihara Awasedo delivers a smooth, refined edge with a polished finish that only a genuine Kyoto natural stone can achieve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural whetstones from the Mizukihara quarry are renowned for their consistent particle composition, which gently hones the blade to a mirror-like finish. Each stone is one-of-a-kind, with its own natural character, color, and texture shaped over millions of years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural finishing whetstone from Kyoto, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for Japanese knives, chisels, and fine-edged tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduces a refined, mirror-like polished edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach stone is unique in appearance and character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor experienced sharpeners seeking the finest edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 204mm × 78mm × 35mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,450g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"YAMANI SHODOSHIMA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46037235138746,"sku":null,"price":420.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/6750\/4826\/files\/E9B92FE2-0FE6-44F0-8940-E1820F1948B7.jpg?v=1788491259"},{"product_id":"やぎのしま1","title":"Yaginoshima Awasedo — Kyoto Natural Finishing Stone(#1)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eYaginoshima Awasedo — Kyoto Natural Finishing Stone\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from the historic Yaginoshima quarry in Kyoto, Japan, this natural finishing whetstone is treasured by professional craftsmen and knife enthusiasts for its exceptionally fine grit. The Yaginoshima Awasedo delivers a smooth, refined edge with a polished finish that only a genuine Kyoto natural stone can achieve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural whetstones from the Yaginoshima quarry are renowned for their consistent particle composition, which gently hones the blade to a mirror-like finish. 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The Yaginoshima Awasedo delivers a smooth, refined edge with a polished finish that only a genuine Kyoto natural stone can achieve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural whetstones from the Yaginoshima quarry are renowned for their consistent particle composition, which gently hones the blade to a mirror-like finish. 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The history of whetstone quarrying in this area is traditionally traced back to the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKamakura period (1185–1333)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, when fine finishing stones were closely associated with Japan’s imperial court, warrior class, and the craftsmen responsible for producing and maintaining important blades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn later generations, Nakayama became particularly associated with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKato Mine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, whose Awasedo earned an exceptional reputation among professional sharpeners and craftsmen for their fine abrasive quality, distinctive feedback, and ability to produce highly refined edges and finishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter a long interruption, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enew extraction has recently resumed at Nakayama\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This stone is from that newly quarried material, which has been highly regarded for exhibiting \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ematerial and sharpening characteristics remarkably consistent with Nakayama stones from the mine’s earlier period of operation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA continuation of Kyoto’s centuries-old whetstone tradition — \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enewly quarried from Nakayama, yet carrying the character that made the name renowned for generations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach stone is naturally formed and unique. The hardness, texture, color, and sharpening characteristics may vary from stone to stone, making every piece an individual whetstone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarefully selected in Japan and suitable for sharpening and finishing high-quality Japanese knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003ecompact\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e-\u003c\/strong\u003esized Nakayama Awasedo from the Kato Mine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e offers an accessible way to experience the character of this renowned Kyoto natural stone. Its compact size makes it more affordable than a full-sized whetstone while remaining highly practical for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esmall blades, fine edge work, and final-stage sharpening\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It is also an attractive size for collectors of Japanese natural whetstones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne particularly recommended use is for applying a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emicro-bevel (Ito-ba)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e at the final stage of sharpening. A full-sized stone is not really necessary for this delicate edge work; this compact surface provides ample working area and allows precise control, producing a clean, refined micro-bevel with the distinctive finishing character of a Japanese natural whetstone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact in size, yet fully capable of expressing the character of Nakayama Awasedo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Origin: Nakayama, Kato Mine, Kyoto, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Type: Natural Japanese finishing stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Weight: 334g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Size: (approx)83×56×33mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Stone No.: [N-008]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This is a natural stone. Variations in color, texture, layers, and surface are natural characteristics and are not considered defects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe dimensions are approximate and may vary slightly across the stone. The shape is not perfectly uniform, with some areas being longer or shorter than others.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Stone Base \u0026amp; Preparation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs this is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enatural whetstone, the original dark outer skin on the underside has intentionally been left intact\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf the stone does not sit securely or rocks during use, lightly flatten only the necessary high points on the underside with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewhetstone flattener or diamond plate\u003c\/span\u003e until the stone sits stable. \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAlternatively, the stone may be mounted to a wooden base with a suitable adhesive for greater stability during sharpening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe do not recommend completely removing the natural skin unless necessary. The remaining skin, geological features, and appearance of the stone can provide valuable clues when assessing its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eorigin, geological layer, and individual character\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. They are also part of the identity of each natural stone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor this reason, we recommend preserving as much of the original underside as possible and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eflattening only what is necessary for the stone to sit securely and safely during use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"YAMANI SHODOSHIMA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46433005273274,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/6750\/4826\/files\/FFA8D00D-F46E-4297-804E-6CEEA9CC5CB6.jpg?v=1786891986"},{"product_id":"nak","title":"Nakayama Awasedo (Finishing Whetstone), ※Compact Nagura Size 142g from Kato Mine, Kyoto","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNakayama Awasedo, ※Compact Nagura Size 142g, Kato Mine, Kyoto\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNakayama, located in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUmegahata, Kyoto\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, is one of the most prestigious names in Japanese natural finishing whetstones. The history of whetstone quarrying in this area is traditionally traced back to the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKamakura period (1185–1333)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, when fine finishing stones were closely associated with Japan’s imperial court, warrior class, and the craftsmen responsible for producing and maintaining important blades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn later generations, Nakayama became particularly associated with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKato Mine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, whose Awasedo earned an exceptional reputation among professional sharpeners and craftsmen for their fine abrasive quality, distinctive feedback, and ability to produce highly refined edges and finishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter a long interruption, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enew extraction has recently resumed at Nakayama\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This stone is from that newly quarried material, which has been highly regarded for exhibiting \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ematerial and sharpening characteristics remarkably consistent with Nakayama stones from the mine’s earlier period of operation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA continuation of Kyoto’s centuries-old whetstone tradition — \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enewly quarried from Nakayama, yet carrying the character that made the name renowned for generations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach stone is naturally formed and unique. The hardness, texture, color, and sharpening characteristics may vary from stone to stone, making every piece an individual whetstone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarefully selected in Japan and suitable for sharpening and finishing high-quality Japanese knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNagura-sized Nakayama Awasedo from the Kato Mine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e offers an accessible way to experience the character of this renowned Kyoto natural stone. Its compact size makes it more affordable than a full-sized whetstone while remaining highly practical for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esmall blades, fine edge work, and final-stage sharpening\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It is also an attractive size for collectors of Japanese natural whetstones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe stone can also be used as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNagura on other natural whetstones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ehelping to raise and refresh slurry during sharpening and polishing.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne particularly recommended use is for applying a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emicro-bevel (Ito-ba)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e at the final stage of sharpening. A full-sized stone is not really necessary for this delicate edge work; this compact surface provides ample working area and allows precise control, producing a clean, refined micro-bevel with the distinctive finishing character of a Japanese natural whetstone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall in size, yet fully capable of expressing the character of Nakayama Awasedo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Origin: Nakayama, Kato Mine, Kyoto, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Type: Natural Japanese finishing stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Weight: 142g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Size: (approx) 10.5×41×12mm (Nagura Size)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Stone No.: [N-011]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This is a natural stone. Variations in color, texture, layers, and surface are natural characteristics and are not considered defects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe dimensions are approximate and may vary slightly across the stone. The shape is not perfectly uniform, with some areas being longer or shorter than others.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Stone Base \u0026amp; Preparation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs this is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enatural whetstone, the original dark outer skin on the underside has intentionally been left intact\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf the stone does not sit securely or rocks during use, lightly flatten only the necessary high points on the underside with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewhetstone flattener or diamond plate\u003c\/span\u003e until the stone sits stable. \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAlternatively, the stone may be mounted to a wooden base with a suitable adhesive for greater stability during sharpening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe do not recommend completely removing the natural skin unless necessary. The remaining skin, geological features, and appearance of the stone can provide valuable clues when assessing its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eorigin, geological layer, and individual character\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. They are also part of the identity of each natural stone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor this reason, we recommend preserving as much of the original underside as possible and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eflattening only what is necessary for the stone to sit securely and safely during use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"YAMANI SHODOSHIMA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46433036435642,"sku":null,"price":17.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/6750\/4826\/files\/FFDAD8F0-B25E-4464-9261-2AB2A576F2E4.jpg?v=1787492597"},{"product_id":"nakayama-natural-wheatstone-from-kyoto-kato-mine-168g","title":"Nakayama Awasedo (Finishing Whetstone), ※ Compact Nagura Size 168g from Kato Mine, Kyoto","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNakayama Awasedo, ※ Compact Nagura Size 168g, Kato Mine, Kyoto\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNakayama, located in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUmegahata, Kyoto\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, is one of the most prestigious names in Japanese natural finishing whetstones. The history of whetstone quarrying in this area is traditionally traced back to the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKamakura period (1185–1333)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, when fine finishing stones were closely associated with Japan’s imperial court, warrior class, and the craftsmen responsible for producing and maintaining important blades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn later generations, Nakayama became particularly associated with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKato Mine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, whose Awasedo earned an exceptional reputation among professional sharpeners and craftsmen for their fine abrasive quality, distinctive feedback, and ability to produce highly refined edges and finishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter a long interruption, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enew extraction has recently resumed at Nakayama\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This stone is from that newly quarried material, which has been highly regarded for exhibiting \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ematerial and sharpening characteristics remarkably consistent with Nakayama stones from the mine’s earlier period of operation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA continuation of Kyoto’s centuries-old whetstone tradition — \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enewly quarried from Nakayama, yet carrying the character that made the name renowned for generations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach stone is naturally formed and unique. The hardness, texture, color, and sharpening characteristics may vary from stone to stone, making every piece an individual whetstone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarefully selected in Japan and suitable for sharpening and finishing high-quality Japanese knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNagura-sized Nakayama Awasedo from the Kato Mine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e offers an accessible way to experience the character of this renowned Kyoto natural stone. Its compact size makes it more affordable than a full-sized whetstone while remaining highly practical for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esmall blades, fine edge work, and final-stage sharpening\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It is also an attractive size for collectors of Japanese natural whetstones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe stone can also be used as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNagura on other natural whetston\u003c\/span\u003ees, helping to raise and refresh slurry during sharpening and polishing.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne particularly recommended use is for applying a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emicro-bevel (Ito-ba)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e at the final stage of sharpening. A full-sized stone is not really necessary for this delicate edge work; this compact surface provides ample working area and allows precise control, producing a clean, refined micro-bevel with the distinctive finishing character of a Japanese natural whetstone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall in size, yet fully capable of expressing the character of Nakayama Awasedo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Origin: Nakayama, Kato Mine, Kyoto, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Type: Natural Japanese finishing stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Weight: 168g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Size: (approx) \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e100×40×15mm\u003c\/span\u003e (Nagura Size)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Stone No.: [N-014]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This is a natural stone. Variations in color, texture, layers, and surface are natural characteristics and are not considered defects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe dimensions are approximate and may vary slightly across the stone. The shape is not perfectly uniform, with some areas being longer or shorter than others.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Stone Base \u0026amp; Preparation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs this is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enatural whetstone, the original dark outer skin on the underside has intentionally been left intact\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf the stone does not sit securely or rocks during use, lightly flatten only the necessary high points on the underside with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewhetstone flattener or diamond plate\u003c\/span\u003e until the stone sits stable. \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAlternatively, the stone may be mounted to a wooden base with a suitable adhesive for greater stability during sharpening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe do not recommend completely removing the natural skin unless necessary. 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They are also part of the identity of each natural stone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor this reason, we recommend preserving as much of the original underside as possible and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eflattening only what is necessary for the stone to sit securely and safely during use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"YAMANI SHODOSHIMA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46433045512378,"sku":null,"price":17.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/6750\/4826\/files\/F6A77D0B-AD56-4587-8F2E-2AF4E9FF2753.jpg?v=1787493129"},{"product_id":"nakayama-natural-wheatstone-from-kyoto-kato-mine-125g","title":"Nakayama Awasedo (Finishing Whetstone), ※Compact Nagura Size 125g from Kato Mine, Kyoto","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNakayama Awasedo, ※ Compact Nagura Size 125g, Kato Mine, Kyoto\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNakayama, located in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUmegahata, Kyoto\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, is one of the most prestigious names in Japanese natural finishing whetstones. The history of whetstone quarrying in this area is traditionally traced back to the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKamakura period (1185–1333)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, when fine finishing stones were closely associated with Japan’s imperial court, warrior class, and the craftsmen responsible for producing and maintaining important blades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn later generations, Nakayama became particularly associated with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKato Mine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, whose Awasedo earned an exceptional reputation among professional sharpeners and craftsmen for their fine abrasive quality, distinctive feedback, and ability to produce highly refined edges and finishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter a long interruption, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enew extraction has recently resumed at Nakayama\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This stone is from that newly quarried material, which has been highly regarded for exhibiting \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ematerial and sharpening characteristics remarkably consistent with Nakayama stones from the mine’s earlier period of operation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA continuation of Kyoto’s centuries-old whetstone tradition — \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enewly quarried from Nakayama, yet carrying the character that made the name renowned for generations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach stone is naturally formed and unique. The hardness, texture, color, and sharpening characteristics may vary from stone to stone, making every piece an individual whetstone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarefully selected in Japan and suitable for sharpening and finishing high-quality Japanese knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNagura-sized Nakayama Awasedo from the Kato Mine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e offers an accessible way to experience the character of this renowned Kyoto natural stone. Its compact size makes it more affordable than a full-sized whetstone while remaining highly practical for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esmall blades, fine edge work, and final-stage sharpening\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It is also an attractive size for collectors of Japanese natural whetstones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe stone can also be used as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNagura on other natural whetstones\u003c\/span\u003e, helping to raise and refresh slurry during sharpening and polishing.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne particularly recommended use is for applying a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emicro-bevel (Ito-ba)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e at the final stage of sharpening. A full-sized stone is not really necessary for this delicate edge work; this compact surface provides ample working area and allows precise control, producing a clean, refined micro-bevel with the distinctive finishing character of a Japanese natural whetstone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall in size, yet fully capable of expressing the character of Nakayama Awasedo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Origin: Nakayama, Kato Mine, Kyoto, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Type: Natural Japanese finishing stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Weight: 125g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Size: (approx) 9\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e0×51×12mm\u003c\/span\u003e (Nagura Size)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Stone No.: [N-010]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This is a natural stone. Variations in color, texture, layers, and surface are natural characteristics and are not considered defects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe dimensions are approximate and may vary slightly across the stone. The shape is not perfectly uniform, with some areas being longer or shorter than others.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Stone Base \u0026amp; Preparation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs this is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enatural whetstone, the original dark outer skin on the underside has intentionally been left intact\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf the stone does not sit securely or rocks during use, lightly flatten only the necessary high points on the underside with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewhetstone flattener or diamond plate\u003c\/span\u003e until the stone sits stable. \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAlternatively, the stone may be mounted to a wooden base with a suitable adhesive for greater stability during sharpening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe do not recommend completely removing the natural skin unless necessary. The remaining skin, geological features, and appearance of the stone can provide valuable clues when assessing its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eorigin, geological layer, and individual character\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. They are also part of the identity of each natural stone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor this reason, we recommend preserving as much of the original underside as possible and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eflattening only what is necessary for the stone to sit securely and safely during use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"YAMANI SHODOSHIMA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46433058029754,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/6750\/4826\/files\/41A331A1-AA99-4732-ACFD-A03900E3E299.jpg?v=1787494311"},{"product_id":"nakayama-natural-wheatstone-from-kyoto-kato-mine-261g","title":"Nakayama Awasedo (Finishing Whetstone), ※ Koppa (Compact) Size 261g from Kato Mine, Kyoto","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNakayama Awasedo, ※ Koppa (Compact) Size 261g, Kato Mine, Kyoto\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNakayama, located in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUmegahata, Kyoto\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, is one of the most prestigious names in Japanese natural finishing whetstones. The history of whetstone quarrying in this area is traditionally traced back to the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKamakura period (1185–1333)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, when fine finishing stones were closely associated with Japan’s imperial court, warrior class, and the craftsmen responsible for producing and maintaining important blades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn later generations, Nakayama became particularly associated with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKato Mine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, whose Awasedo earned an exceptional reputation among professional sharpeners and craftsmen for their fine abrasive quality, distinctive feedback, and ability to produce highly refined edges and finishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter a long interruption, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enew extraction has recently resumed at Nakayama\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This stone is from that newly quarried material, which has been highly regarded for exhibiting \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ematerial and sharpening characteristics remarkably consistent with Nakayama stones from the mine’s earlier period of operation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA continuation of Kyoto’s centuries-old whetstone tradition — \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enewly quarried from Nakayama, yet carrying the character that made the name renowned for generations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach stone is naturally formed and unique. The hardness, texture, color, and sharpening characteristics may vary from stone to stone, making every piece an individual whetstone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarefully selected in Japan and suitable for sharpening and finishing high-quality Japanese knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003ecompact\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-sized Nakayama Awasedo from the Kato Mine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e offers an accessible way to experience the character of this renowned Kyoto natural stone. Its compact size makes it more affordable than a full-sized whetstone while remaining highly practical for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esmall blades, fine edge work, and final-stage sharpening\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It is also an attractive size for collectors of Japanese natural whetstones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne particularly recommended use is for applying a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emicro-bevel (Ito-ba)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e at the final stage of sharpening. A full-sized stone is not really necessary for this delicate edge work; this compact surface provides ample working area and allows precise control, producing a clean, refined micro-bevel with the distinctive finishing character of a Japanese natural whetstone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact in size, yet fully capable of expressing the character of Nakayama Awasedo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Origin: Nakayama, Kato Mine, Kyoto, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Type: Natural Japanese finishing stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Weight: 261g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Size: (approx) 90×70×15mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Stone No.: [N-012]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This is a natural stone. Variations in color, texture, layers, and surface are natural characteristics and are not considered defects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe dimensions are approximate and may vary slightly across the stone. The shape is not perfectly uniform, with some areas being longer or shorter than others.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Stone Base \u0026amp; Preparation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs this is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enatural whetstone, the original dark outer skin on the underside has intentionally been left intact\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf the stone does not sit securely or rocks during use, lightly flatten only the necessary high points on the underside with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewhetstone flattener or diamond plate\u003c\/span\u003e until the stone sits stable. \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAlternatively, the stone may be mounted to a wooden base with a suitable adhesive for greater stability during sharpening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe do not recommend completely removing the natural skin unless necessary. The remaining skin, geological features, and appearance of the stone can provide valuable clues when assessing its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eorigin, geological layer, and individual character\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. They are also part of the identity of each natural stone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor this reason, we recommend preserving as much of the original underside as possible and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eflattening only what is necessary for the stone to sit securely and safely during use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"YAMANI SHODOSHIMA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46433067237562,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/6750\/4826\/files\/43FB655D-FEB3-4CC9-AC69-C916264202BB.jpg?v=1787495612"},{"product_id":"nakayama-natural-wheatstone-from-kyoto-kato-mine-236g","title":"Nakayama Awasedo (Finishing Whetstone), ※Koppa (Compact) Size 236g from Kato Mine, Kyoto","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNakayama Awasedo, ※ Koppa (Compact) Size 236g, Kato Mine, Kyoto\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNakayama, located in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUmegahata, Kyoto\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, is one of the most prestigious names in Japanese natural finishing whetstones. The history of whetstone quarrying in this area is traditionally traced back to the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKamakura period (1185–1333)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, when fine finishing stones were closely associated with Japan’s imperial court, warrior class, and the craftsmen responsible for producing and maintaining important blades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn later generations, Nakayama became particularly associated with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKato Mine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, whose Awasedo earned an exceptional reputation among professional sharpeners and craftsmen for their fine abrasive quality, distinctive feedback, and ability to produce highly refined edges and finishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter a long interruption, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enew extraction has recently resumed at Nakayama\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This stone is from that newly quarried material, which has been highly regarded for exhibiting \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ematerial and sharpening characteristics remarkably consistent with Nakayama stones from the mine’s earlier period of operation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA continuation of Kyoto’s centuries-old whetstone tradition — \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enewly quarried from Nakayama, yet carrying the character that made the name renowned for generations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach stone is naturally formed and unique. The hardness, texture, color, and sharpening characteristics may vary from stone to stone, making every piece an individual whetstone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarefully selected in Japan and suitable for sharpening and finishing high-quality Japanese knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003ecompact\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-sized Nakayama Awasedo from the Kato Mine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e offers an accessible way to experience the character of this renowned Kyoto natural stone. Its compact size makes it more affordable than a full-sized whetstone while remaining highly practical for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esmall blades, fine edge work, and final-stage sharpening\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It is also an attractive size for collectors of Japanese natural whetstones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne particularly recommended use is for applying a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emicro-bevel (Ito-ba)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e at the final stage of sharpening. A full-sized stone is not really necessary for this delicate edge work; this compact surface provides ample working area and allows precise control, producing a clean, refined micro-bevel with the distinctive finishing character of a Japanese natural whetstone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact in size, yet fully capable of expressing the character of Nakayama Awasedo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Origin: Nakayama, Kato Mine, Kyoto, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Type: Natural Japanese finishing stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Weight: 236g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Size: (approx) 110×51×15mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Stone No.: [N-013]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This is a natural stone. Variations in color, texture, layers, and surface are natural characteristics and are not considered defects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe dimensions are approximate and may vary slightly across the stone. The shape is not perfectly uniform, with some areas being longer or shorter than others.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Stone Base \u0026amp; Preparation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs this is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enatural whetstone, the original dark outer skin on the underside has intentionally been left intact\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf the stone does not sit securely or rocks during use, lightly flatten only the necessary high points on the underside with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewhetstone flattener or diamond plate\u003c\/span\u003e until the stone sits stable. \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAlternatively, the stone may be mounted to a wooden base with a suitable adhesive for greater stability during sharpening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe do not recommend completely removing the natural skin unless necessary. The remaining skin, geological features, and appearance of the stone can provide valuable clues when assessing its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eorigin, geological layer, and individual character\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. They are also part of the identity of each natural stone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor this reason, we recommend preserving as much of the original underside as possible and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eflattening only what is necessary for the stone to sit securely and safely during use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"YAMANI SHODOSHIMA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46433077985466,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/6750\/4826\/files\/A149DB4E-95B4-4A46-B155-B870E577E15D.jpg?v=1787495955"},{"product_id":"nakayama-natural-wheatstone-from-kyoto-kato-mine-342g","title":"Nakayama Awasedo (Finishing Whetstone), ※Koppa (Compact) Size 342g from Kato Mine, Kyoto","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNakayama Awasedo, ※ Koppa (Compact) Size 342g, Kato Mine, Kyoto\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNakayama, located in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUmegahata, Kyoto\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, is one of the most prestigious names in Japanese natural finishing whetstones. The history of whetstone quarrying in this area is traditionally traced back to the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKamakura period (1185–1333)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, when fine finishing stones were closely associated with Japan’s imperial court, warrior class, and the craftsmen responsible for producing and maintaining important blades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn later generations, Nakayama became particularly associated with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKato Mine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, whose Awasedo earned an exceptional reputation among professional sharpeners and craftsmen for their fine abrasive quality, distinctive feedback, and ability to produce highly refined edges and finishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter a long interruption, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enew extraction has recently resumed at Nakayama\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This stone is from that newly quarried material, which has been highly regarded for exhibiting \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ematerial and sharpening characteristics remarkably consistent with Nakayama stones from the mine’s earlier period of operation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA continuation of Kyoto’s centuries-old whetstone tradition — \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enewly quarried from Nakayama, yet carrying the character that made the name renowned for generations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach stone is naturally formed and unique. The hardness, texture, color, and sharpening characteristics may vary from stone to stone, making every piece an individual whetstone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarefully selected in Japan and suitable for sharpening and finishing high-quality Japanese knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003ecompact\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-sized Nakayama Awasedo from the Kato Mine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e offers an accessible way to experience the character of this renowned Kyoto natural stone. Its compact size makes it more affordable than a full-sized whetstone while remaining highly practical for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esmall blades, fine edge work, and final-stage sharpening\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It is also an attractive size for collectors of Japanese natural whetstones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne particularly recommended use is for applying a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emicro-bevel (Ito-ba)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e at the final stage of sharpening. A full-sized stone is not really necessary for this delicate edge work; this compact surface provides ample working area and allows precise control, producing a clean, refined micro-bevel with the distinctive finishing character of a Japanese natural whetstone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact in size, yet fully capable of expressing the character of Nakayama Awasedo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Origin: Nakayama, Kato Mine, Kyoto, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Type: Natural Japanese finishing stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Weight: 342g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Size: (approx) 85×55×27mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Stone No.: [N-016]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This is a natural stone. Variations in color, texture, layers, and surface are natural characteristics and are not considered defects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe dimensions are approximate and may vary slightly across the stone. The shape is not perfectly uniform, with some areas being longer or shorter than others.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Stone Base \u0026amp; Preparation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs this is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enatural whetstone, the original dark outer skin on the underside has intentionally been left intact\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf the stone does not sit securely or rocks during use, lightly flatten only the necessary high points on the underside with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewhetstone flattener or diamond plate\u003c\/span\u003e until the stone sits stable. \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAlternatively, the stone may be mounted to a wooden base with a suitable adhesive for greater stability during sharpening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe do not recommend completely removing the natural skin unless necessary. The remaining skin, geological features, and appearance of the stone can provide valuable clues when assessing its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eorigin, geological layer, and individual character\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. They are also part of the identity of each natural stone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor this reason, we recommend preserving as much of the original underside as possible and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eflattening only what is necessary for the stone to sit securely and safely during use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"YAMANI SHODOSHIMA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46433086996666,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/6750\/4826\/files\/8F6FA0FE-FE28-4D7E-BF95-F7A590500A40.jpg?v=1787496358"},{"product_id":"nakayama-natural-wheatstone-from-kyoto-kato-mine","title":"Nakayama Awasedo (Finishing Whetstone), ※Koppa (Compact) Size 228g from Kato Mine, Kyoto","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eNakayama Awasedo, ※ Koppa (Compact) Size 228g, Kato Mine, Kyoto\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNakayama, located in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUmegahata, Kyoto\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, is one of the most prestigious names in Japanese natural finishing whetstones. The history of whetstone quarrying in this area is traditionally traced back to the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKamakura period (1185–1333)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, when fine finishing stones were closely associated with Japan’s imperial court, warrior class, and the craftsmen responsible for producing and maintaining important blades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn later generations, Nakayama became particularly associated with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKato Mine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, whose Awasedo earned an exceptional reputation among professional sharpeners and craftsmen for their fine abrasive quality, distinctive feedback, and ability to produce highly refined edges and finishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter a long interruption, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enew extraction has recently resumed at Nakayama\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This stone is from that newly quarried material, which has been highly regarded for exhibiting \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ematerial and sharpening characteristics remarkably consistent with Nakayama stones from the mine’s earlier period of operation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA continuation of Kyoto’s centuries-old whetstone tradition — \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enewly quarried from Nakayama, yet carrying the character that made the name renowned for generations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach stone is naturally formed and unique. The hardness, texture, color, and sharpening characteristics may vary from stone to stone, making every piece an individual whetstone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarefully selected in Japan and suitable for sharpening and finishing high-quality Japanese knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003ecompact\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-sized Nakayama Awasedo from the Kato Mine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e offers an accessible way to experience the character of this renowned Kyoto natural stone. Its compact size makes it more affordable than a full-sized whetstone while remaining highly practical for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esmall blades, fine edge work, and final-stage sharpening\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It is also an attractive size for collectors of Japanese natural whetstones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne particularly recommended use is for applying a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emicro-bevel (Ito-ba)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e at the final stage of sharpening. A full-sized stone is not really necessary for this delicate edge work; this compact surface provides ample working area and allows precise control, producing a clean, refined micro-bevel with the distinctive finishing character of a Japanese natural whetstone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact in size, yet fully capable of expressing the character of Nakayama Awasedo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Origin: Nakayama, Kato Mine, Kyoto, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Type: Natural Japanese finishing stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Weight: 228g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Size: (approx) 102×65×15mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Stone No.: [N-017]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This is a natural stone. Variations in color, texture, layers, and surface are natural characteristics and are not considered defects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe dimensions are approximate and may vary slightly across the stone. 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They are also part of the identity of each natural stone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor this reason, we recommend preserving as much of the original underside as possible and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eflattening only what is necessary for the stone to sit securely and safely during use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"YAMANI SHODOSHIMA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46433091256506,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/6750\/4826\/files\/97754703-D7B7-4D9A-BEBC-0A34C8647246.jpg?v=1787496648"},{"product_id":"nakayama-natural-wheatstone-from-kyoto-kato-mine-1","title":"Nakayama Awasedo (Finishing Whetstone), ※Koppa (Compact) Size 460g from Kato Mine, Kyoto","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eNakayama Awasedo, ※ Koppa (Compact) Size 460g, Kato Mine, Kyoto\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNakayama, located in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUmegahata, Kyoto\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, is one of the most prestigious names in Japanese natural finishing whetstones. The history of whetstone quarrying in this area is traditionally traced back to the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKamakura period (1185–1333)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, when fine finishing stones were closely associated with Japan’s imperial court, warrior class, and the craftsmen responsible for producing and maintaining important blades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn later generations, Nakayama became particularly associated with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKato Mine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, whose Awasedo earned an exceptional reputation among professional sharpeners and craftsmen for their fine abrasive quality, distinctive feedback, and ability to produce highly refined edges and finishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter a long interruption, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enew extraction has recently resumed at Nakayama\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This stone is from that newly quarried material, which has been highly regarded for exhibiting \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ematerial and sharpening characteristics remarkably consistent with Nakayama stones from the mine’s earlier period of operation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA continuation of Kyoto’s centuries-old whetstone tradition — \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enewly quarried from Nakayama, yet carrying the character that made the name renowned for generations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach stone is naturally formed and unique. The hardness, texture, color, and sharpening characteristics may vary from stone to stone, making every piece an individual whetstone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarefully selected in Japan and suitable for sharpening and finishing high-quality Japanese knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003ecompact\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-sized Nakayama Awasedo from the Kato Mine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e offers an accessible way to experience the character of this renowned Kyoto natural stone. Its compact size makes it more affordable than a full-sized whetstone while remaining highly practical for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esmall blades, fine edge work, and final-stage sharpening\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It is also an attractive size for collectors of Japanese natural whetstones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne particularly recommended use is for applying a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emicro-bevel (Ito-ba)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e at the final stage of sharpening. A full-sized stone is not really necessary for this delicate edge work; this compact surface provides ample working area and allows precise control, producing a clean, refined micro-bevel with the distinctive finishing character of a Japanese natural whetstone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact in size, yet fully capable of expressing the character of Nakayama Awasedo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Origin: Nakayama, Kato Mine, Kyoto, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Type: Natural Japanese finishing stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Weight: 460g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Size: (approx) 134×45×30mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Stone No.: [N-019]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This is a natural stone. Variations in color, texture, layers, and surface are natural characteristics and are not considered defects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe dimensions are approximate and may vary slightly across the stone. The shape is not perfectly uniform, with some areas being longer or shorter than others.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Stone Base \u0026amp; Preparation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs this is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enatural whetstone, the original dark outer skin on the underside has intentionally been left intact\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf the stone does not sit securely or rocks during use, lightly flatten only the necessary high points on the underside with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewhetstone flattener or diamond plate\u003c\/span\u003e until the stone sits stable. \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAlternatively, the stone may be mounted to a wooden base with a suitable adhesive for greater stability during sharpening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe do not recommend completely removing the natural skin unless necessary. The remaining skin, geological features, and appearance of the stone can provide valuable clues when assessing its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eorigin, geological layer, and individual character\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. They are also part of the identity of each natural stone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor this reason, we recommend preserving as much of the original underside as possible and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eflattening only what is necessary for the stone to sit securely and safely during use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"YAMANI SHODOSHIMA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46433103446202,"sku":null,"price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/6750\/4826\/files\/82F8DF33-A672-4626-8011-36D808F6278D.jpg?v=1787496987"},{"product_id":"nakayama-natural-wheatstone-from-kyoto-kato-mine-2","title":"Nakayama Awasedo (Finishing Whetstone), Karasu (Crow Pattern), ※Koppa (Compact) Size 287g from Kato Mine, Kyoto","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eNakayama Awasedo, Karasu (Crow Pattern), ※ Koppa (Compact) Size 287g, Kato Mine, Kyoto\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNakayama, located in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUmegahata, Kyoto\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, is one of the most prestigious names in Japanese natural finishing whetstones. The history of whetstone quarrying in this area is traditionally traced back to the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKamakura period (1185–1333)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, when fine finishing stones were closely associated with Japan’s imperial court, warrior class, and the craftsmen responsible for producing and maintaining important blades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn later generations, Nakayama became particularly associated with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKato Mine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, whose Awasedo earned an exceptional reputation among professional sharpeners and craftsmen for their fine abrasive quality, distinctive feedback, and ability to produce highly refined edges and finishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter a long interruption, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enew extraction has recently resumed at Nakayama\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This stone is from that newly quarried material, which has been highly regarded for exhibiting \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ematerial and sharpening characteristics remarkably consistent with Nakayama stones from the mine’s earlier period of operation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA continuation of Kyoto’s centuries-old whetstone tradition — \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enewly quarried from Nakayama, yet carrying the character that made the name renowned for generations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach stone is naturally formed and unique. The hardness, texture, color, and sharpening characteristics may vary from stone to stone, making every piece an individual whetstone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarefully selected in Japan and suitable for sharpening and finishing high-quality Japanese knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKarasu (Crow Pattern) — A Unique Expression of Nature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNamed after the Japanese word for “crow,” \u003cem\u003eKarasu\u003c\/em\u003e refers to the distinctive dark pattern occasionally seen in Japanese natural whetstones. Each pattern is naturally formed and entirely unique, giving every stone its own character and presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeautiful Karasu stones are especially admired among natural whetstone enthusiasts — not simply as sharpening stones, but as individual pieces shaped by nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003ecompact\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-sized Nakayama Awasedo from the Kato Mine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e offers an accessible way to experience the character of this renowned Kyoto natural stone. Its compact size makes it more affordable than a full-sized whetstone while remaining highly practical for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esmall blades, fine edge work, and final-stage sharpening\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It is also an attractive size for collectors of Japanese natural whetstones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne particularly recommended use is for applying a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emicro-bevel (Ito-ba)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e at the final stage of sharpening. A full-sized stone is not really necessary for this delicate edge work; this compact surface provides ample working area and allows precise control, producing a clean, refined micro-bevel with the distinctive finishing character of a Japanese natural whetstone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact in size, yet fully capable of expressing the character of Nakayama Awasedo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Origin: Nakayama, Kato Mine, Kyoto, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Type: Natural Japanese finishing stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Weight: 287g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Size: (approx) 124×31×26mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Stone No.: [N-021]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This is a natural stone. Variations in color, texture, layers, and surface are natural characteristics and are not considered defects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe dimensions are approximate and may vary slightly across the stone. The shape is not perfectly uniform, with some areas being longer or shorter than others.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Stone Base \u0026amp; Preparation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs this is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enatural whetstone, the original dark outer skin on the underside has intentionally been left intact\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf the stone does not sit securely or rocks during use, lightly flatten only the necessary high points on the underside with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewhetstone flattener or diamond plate\u003c\/span\u003e until the stone sits stable. \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAlternatively, the stone may be mounted to a wooden base with a suitable adhesive for greater stability during sharpening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe do not recommend completely removing the natural skin unless necessary. The remaining skin, geological features, and appearance of the stone can provide valuable clues when assessing its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eorigin, geological layer, and individual character\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. They are also part of the identity of each natural stone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor this reason, we recommend preserving as much of the original underside as possible and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eflattening only what is necessary for the stone to sit securely and safely during use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"YAMANI SHODOSHIMA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46433167179962,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/6750\/4826\/files\/45182BB2-36E5-486F-BA6C-A5443726726A.jpg?v=1787497727"},{"product_id":"563g-120mm-80-5mm-20-2mmno20","title":"Nakayama Awasedo (Finishing Whetstone), 563g from Kato Mine, Kyoto","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eNakayama Awasedo, 563g, Kato Mine, Kyoto\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNakayama, located in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUmegahata, Kyoto\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, is one of the most prestigious names in Japanese natural finishing whetstones. The history of whetstone quarrying in this area is traditionally traced back to the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKamakura period (1185–1333)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, when fine finishing stones were closely associated with Japan’s imperial court, warrior class, and the craftsmen responsible for producing and maintaining important blades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn later generations, Nakayama became particularly associated with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKato Mine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, whose Awasedo earned an exceptional reputation among professional sharpeners and craftsmen for their fine abrasive quality, distinctive feedback, and ability to produce highly refined edges and finishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter a long interruption, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enew extraction has recently resumed at Nakayama\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This stone is from that newly quarried material, which has been highly regarded for exhibiting \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ematerial and sharpening characteristics remarkably consistent with Nakayama stones from the mine’s earlier period of operation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA continuation of Kyoto’s centuries-old whetstone tradition — \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enewly quarried from Nakayama, yet carrying the character that made the name renowned for generations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach stone is naturally formed and unique. The hardness, texture, color, and sharpening characteristics may vary from stone to stone, making every piece an individual whetstone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarefully selected in Japan and suitable for sharpening and finishing high-quality Japanese knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Origin: Nakayama, Kato Mine, Kyoto, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Type: Natural Japanese finishing stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Weight: 563g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Size: (approx) 120×85×22mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Stone No.: [N-020]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This is a natural stone. Variations in color, texture, layers, and surface are natural characteristics and are not considered defects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe dimensions are approximate and may vary slightly across the stone. The shape is not perfectly uniform, with some areas being longer or shorter than others.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Stone Base \u0026amp; Preparation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs this is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enatural whetstone, the original dark outer skin on the underside has intentionally been left intact\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf the stone does not sit securely or rocks during use, lightly flatten only the necessary high points on the underside with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewhetstone flattener or diamond plate\u003c\/span\u003e until the stone sits stable. \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAlternatively, the stone may be mounted to a wooden base with a suitable adhesive for greater stability during sharpening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe do not recommend completely removing the natural skin unless necessary. The remaining skin, geological features, and appearance of the stone can provide valuable clues when assessing its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eorigin, geological layer, and individual character\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. They are also part of the identity of each natural stone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor this reason, we recommend preserving as much of the original underside as possible and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eflattening only what is necessary for the stone to sit securely and safely during use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"YAMANI SHODOSHIMA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46540972884154,"sku":null,"price":160.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/6750\/4826\/files\/4B7AEB15-4CDA-4E21-928E-E1AC1FD0B5D2.jpg?v=1788419820"},{"product_id":"635g-148mm-60mm-27mm-no22","title":"Nakayama Awasedo (Finishing Whetstone), 635g from Kato Mine, Kyoto","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eNakayama Awasedo, 635g, Kato Mine, Kyoto\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNakayama, located in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUmegahata, Kyoto\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, is one of the most prestigious names in Japanese natural finishing whetstones. The history of whetstone quarrying in this area is traditionally traced back to the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKamakura period (1185–1333)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, when fine finishing stones were closely associated with Japan’s imperial court, warrior class, and the craftsmen responsible for producing and maintaining important blades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn later generations, Nakayama became particularly associated with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKato Mine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, whose Awasedo earned an exceptional reputation among professional sharpeners and craftsmen for their fine abrasive quality, distinctive feedback, and ability to produce highly refined edges and finishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter a long interruption, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enew extraction has recently resumed at Nakayama\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This stone is from that newly quarried material, which has been highly regarded for exhibiting \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ematerial and sharpening characteristics remarkably consistent with Nakayama stones from the mine’s earlier period of operation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA continuation of Kyoto’s centuries-old whetstone tradition — \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enewly quarried from Nakayama, yet carrying the character that made the name renowned for generations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach stone is naturally formed and unique. The hardness, texture, color, and sharpening characteristics may vary from stone to stone, making every piece an individual whetstone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarefully selected in Japan and suitable for sharpening and finishing high-quality Japanese knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Origin: Nakayama, Kato Mine, Kyoto, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Type: Natural Japanese finishing stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Weight: 635g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Size: (approx) 148×60×27mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Stone No.: [N-022]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This is a natural stone. Variations in color, texture, layers, and surface are natural characteristics and are not considered defects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe dimensions are approximate and may vary slightly across the stone. The shape is not perfectly uniform, with some areas being longer or shorter than others.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Stone Base \u0026amp; Preparation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs this is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enatural whetstone, the original dark outer skin on the underside has intentionally been left intact\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf the stone does not sit securely or rocks during use, lightly flatten only the necessary high points on the underside with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewhetstone flattener or diamond plate\u003c\/span\u003e until the stone sits stable. \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAlternatively, the stone may be mounted to a wooden base with a suitable adhesive for greater stability during sharpening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe do not recommend completely removing the natural skin unless necessary. The remaining skin, geological features, and appearance of the stone can provide valuable clues when assessing its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eorigin, geological layer, and individual character\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. They are also part of the identity of each natural stone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor this reason, we recommend preserving as much of the original underside as possible and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eflattening only what is necessary for the stone to sit securely and safely during use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"YAMANI SHODOSHIMA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46540983599290,"sku":null,"price":170.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/6750\/4826\/files\/5F632B87-78B3-42D1-B82D-7CB2A37F3250.jpg?v=1788420127"},{"product_id":"730g-160mm-64mm-25mm-no23","title":"Nakayama Awasedo (Finishing Whetstone), Karasu (Crow Pattern), 730g from Kato Mine, Kyoto","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eNakayama Awasedo, Karasu (Crow Pattern), 730g, Kato Mine, Kyoto\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNakayama, located in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUmegahata, Kyoto\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, is one of the most prestigious names in Japanese natural finishing whetstones. The history of whetstone quarrying in this area is traditionally traced back to the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKamakura period (1185–1333)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, when fine finishing stones were closely associated with Japan’s imperial court, warrior class, and the craftsmen responsible for producing and maintaining important blades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn later generations, Nakayama became particularly associated with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKato Mine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, whose Awasedo earned an exceptional reputation among professional sharpeners and craftsmen for their fine abrasive quality, distinctive feedback, and ability to produce highly refined edges and finishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter a long interruption, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enew extraction has recently resumed at Nakayama\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This stone is from that newly quarried material, which has been highly regarded for exhibiting \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ematerial and sharpening characteristics remarkably consistent with Nakayama stones from the mine’s earlier period of operation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA continuation of Kyoto’s centuries-old whetstone tradition — \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enewly quarried from Nakayama, yet carrying the character that made the name renowned for generations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach stone is naturally formed and unique. The hardness, texture, color, and sharpening characteristics may vary from stone to stone, making every piece an individual whetstone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKarasu (Crow Pattern) — A Unique Expression of Nature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNamed after the Japanese word for “crow,” \u003cem\u003eKarasu\u003c\/em\u003e refers to the distinctive dark pattern occasionally seen in Japanese natural whetstones. Each pattern is naturally formed and entirely unique, giving every stone its own character and presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeautiful Karasu stones are especially admired among natural whetstone enthusiasts — not simply as sharpening stones, but as individual pieces shaped by nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarefully selected in Japan and suitable for sharpening and finishing high-quality Japanese knives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Origin: Nakayama, Kato Mine, Kyoto, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Type: Natural Japanese finishing stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Weight: 730g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Size: (approx) 160×64×25mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Stone No.: [N-023]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This is a natural stone. Variations in color, texture, layers, and surface are natural characteristics and are not considered defects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe dimensions are approximate and may vary slightly across the stone. The shape is not perfectly uniform, with some areas being longer or shorter than others.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Stone Base \u0026amp; Preparation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs this is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enatural whetstone, the original dark outer skin on the underside has intentionally been left intact\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf the stone does not sit securely or rocks during use, lightly flatten only the necessary high points on the underside with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewhetstone flattener or diamond plate\u003c\/span\u003e until the stone sits stable. \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAlternatively, the stone may be mounted to a wooden base with a suitable adhesive for greater stability during sharpening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe do not recommend completely removing the natural skin unless necessary. The remaining skin, geological features, and appearance of the stone can provide valuable clues when assessing its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eorigin, geological layer, and individual character\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. They are also part of the identity of each natural stone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor this reason, we recommend preserving as much of the original underside as possible and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eflattening only what is necessary for the stone to sit securely and safely during use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"YAMANI SHODOSHIMA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46540989071546,"sku":null,"price":190.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/6750\/4826\/files\/F0690D97-6D08-4DC2-A20B-40EB60456DF6.jpg?v=1788420297"},{"product_id":"nagura","title":"Tsushima Nagura","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003eEach Tsushima Nagura is sold indivisually. 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Because the stone can be susceptible to cracking through repeated wetting and drying, the sides and back of this nagura have been carefully sealed with \u003cstrong\u003eJapanese lacquer\u003c\/strong\u003e, a durable lacquer coating used as a practical alternative to natural urushi. This protective finish helps stabilize the stone while leaving one face exposed as the working surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver the lacquered body, a cord is tightly wrapped to provide a secure, non-slip grip. The cord itself is then coated and set with the same lacquer, creating a durable and practical finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach corner has been carefully chamfered so that the nagura sits naturally and comfortably in the hand. \u003cstrong\u003eOnly one face is intended as the working surface\u003c\/strong\u003e, while the remaining surfaces are protected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Fine Nagura for Natural Finishing Stones\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTsushima Nagura is particularly well suited to working with fine natural finishing stones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can be used to \u003cstrong\u003eraise slurry on stones that do not readily release it, refresh and condition the working surface, and make fine corrections to the stone face\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Japanese sword polishing, Tsushima Nagura is also used for \u003cstrong\u003econditioning and correcting the surface of Uchigumori stones\u003c\/strong\u003e. These same characteristics make it highly useful with other fine natural finishing stones, where it can help prepare the stone surface and generate a controlled, fine slurry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than being simply a slurry stone, Tsushima Nagura can function as a \u003cstrong\u003econditioning nagura\u003c\/strong\u003e—a tool for managing both the slurry and the working condition of the finishing stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImproving the Feel and Performance of the Stone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed appropriately, Tsushima Nagura can noticeably change the way a finishing stone behaves during sharpening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fine slurry created between the nagura and the stone can produce a \u003cstrong\u003esmoother, more controlled gliding sensation and feedback\u003c\/strong\u003e, making hard or less responsive finishing stones easier and more comfortable to work with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegular conditioning can also help \u003cstrong\u003eclear accumulated swarf and surface loading\u003c\/strong\u003e, refreshing the working face and helping prevent the stone from becoming glazed or less responsive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy refreshing the abrasive surface and introducing a controlled fine slurry, the nagura can also help produce \u003cstrong\u003emore consistent and effective cutting action\u003c\/strong\u003e, particularly when working with fine natural finishing stones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA clean and properly conditioned surface can further help \u003cstrong\u003ereduce the chance of stray or unwanted scratches caused by accumulated swarf, loose particles, or irregularities on the stone surface\u003c\/strong\u003e—an important consideration during refined finishing work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn practical terms, Tsushima Nagura can offer several benefits:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmoother, more controlled feedback and glide during sharpening\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHelps clear loading and refresh the stone’s working surface\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImproved and more consistent cutting action\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHelps reduce the risk of unwanted scratches during fine finishing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts particularly fine abrasive character makes it well suited to delicate finishing work, where \u003cstrong\u003econtrol, consistency, and refinement\u003c\/strong\u003e are more important than aggressive cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile this compact piece has been prepared specifically as a nagura, larger pieces of Tsushima stone have also been used as sharpening stones, including for the fine sharpening and finishing of \u003cstrong\u003etraditional Japanese razors\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrepared as a Tool, Not Simply a Piece of Stone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat distinguishes this Tsushima Nagura is not only the natural stone itself, but the care taken in preparing it as a functional tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eJapanese cashew lacquer sealing, hand-wrapped grip, carefully chamfered form, and single exposed working face\u003c\/strong\u003e create a nagura that is comfortable and secure in the hand while helping protect the stone from repeated wetting and drying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor those who work seriously with Japanese natural whetstones, this is more than simply a means of producing slurry. It is a finely prepared tool for \u003cstrong\u003erefreshing, maintaining, and conditioning the working surface of a finishing stone—and bringing out more of its natural sharpening character.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter flattening and preparing the surface of your \u003cstrong\u003efinishing stone\u003c\/strong\u003e, apply water to the stone’s working surface. Gently rub the Tsushima Nagura over the surface with light pressure to \u003cstrong\u003eraise a fine slurry and condition the surface of the finishing stone\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the desired slurry and surface condition are achieved, rinse the nagura after use and allow it to dry naturally. \u003cstrong\u003eAvoid prolonged soaking in water.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40mm × 40mm × 40mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 189g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"YAMANI SHODOSHIMA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46547401015482,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/6750\/4826\/files\/CBABAD59-186F-4CDF-8167-C965AF9AD81F.jpg?v=1788448781"},{"product_id":"oohira","title":"Ohira Uchigumori (Finishing Whetstone), Karasu (Crow Pattern), 871g from Ohira Mine, Kyoto","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOhira Uchigumori-Karasu (Crow Pattern), 871g, Japanese Sword Polishing Stone, Ohira Mine, Kyoto\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"285\" data-end=\"531\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"90\" data-end=\"104\"\u003eUchigumori\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the essential natural stones used in the traditional polishing of Japanese swords. Rather than simply sharpening an edge, it is used during the finishing process to refine the blade surface to gradually reveal the \u003cstrong data-start=\"544\" data-end=\"644\"\u003ejigane — the natural grain and texture of the forged steel — as well as the hamon (temper line). \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"285\" data-end=\"531\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThis piece was freshly cut directly from a larger block of Ohira Uchigumori rough stone. Rather than being an old-stock stone of uncertain origin, its provenance can be traced directly to the original material from which it was cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKarasu (Crow Pattern) — A Unique Expression of Nature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNamed after the Japanese word for “crow,” \u003cem\u003eKarasu\u003c\/em\u003e refers to the distinctive dark pattern occasionally seen in Japanese natural whetstones. Each pattern is naturally formed and entirely unique, giving every stone its own character and presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeautiful Karasu stones are especially admired among natural whetstone enthusiasts — not simply as polishing stones, but as individual pieces shaped by nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis specimen shows a particularly attractive and clearly visible Karasu pattern across its working surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Origin: Ohira, Kyoto, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Type: Uchigumori natural Japanese finishing stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Weight: 871g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Size: (approx) 175×65×30mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This is a natural stone. Variations in color, texture, layers, and surface are natural characteristics and are not considered defects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe dimensions are approximate and may vary slightly across the stone. The shape is not perfectly uniform, with some areas being longer or shorter than others.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Stone Base \u0026amp; Preparation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf the stone does not sit securely or rocks during use, lightly flatten only the necessary high points on the underside with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewhetstone flattener or diamond plate\u003c\/span\u003e until the stone sits stable. \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAlternatively, the stone may be mounted to a wooden base with a suitable adhesive for greater stability during sharpening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe do not recommend completely removing the natural skin unless necessary. The remaining skin, geological features, and appearance of the stone can provide valuable clues when assessing its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eorigin, geological layer, and individual character\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. They are also part of the identity of each natural stone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor this reason, we recommend preserving as much of the original underside as possible and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eflattening only what is necessary for the stone to sit securely and safely during use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"YAMANI SHODOSHIMA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50543120744634,"sku":null,"price":628.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/6750\/4826\/files\/E2760700-06A3-4CCA-ABD7-39D9FBF9FFA4.jpg?v=1790523166"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/6750\/4826\/collections\/FFA8D00D-F46E-4297-804E-6CEEA9CC5CB6.jpg?v=1787490049","url":"https:\/\/yamani-shodoshima.com\/collections\/natural-whetstone.oembed?page=2","provider":"YAMANI SHODOSHIMA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}