Product Summary:
Japanese natural finishing whetstone described by the supplier as Kyoto Shohonyama Iromono with a ring-like pattern. The supplier recommends it for finishing kitchen knives and woodworking blades, including planes and chisels.

Condition:
The supplier lists the stone as near unused. Photos show surface scuffs and scratches, yellow-tan coloring with orange-brown markings, chipped or uneven edges, and visible crack-like lines on the surface, sides and underside. The depth and stability of these lines have not been verified. Please examine all eight photos carefully.

Specs:
Material: Natural stone.
Maximum dimensions: 220 x 80 x 26 mm, as stated by the supplier.
Weight: 1148 g, as stated by the supplier.
Origin: Kyoto, Japan, according to the supplier.
Grit: Approximately 8000 equivalent, according to the supplier; this is an approximate comparison for a natural stone.
Hardness: Slightly harder than medium, according to the supplier.

Important Notes:
Natural stones vary in appearance and sharpening characteristics. The grit comparison and hardness description are supplier statements rather than standardized ratings. Structural stability and sharpening performance are unverified. Only the stone is shown in the source photos; no accessories are specified in the source description.