{"product_id":"japanese-natural-whetstone-aiiwatani-shohonyama-awasedo-namazu-fin-stone-1026g","title":"Japanese Natural Whetstone Aiiwatani Shohonyama Awasedo Namazu Fin Stone 1026g","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU \/ Item reference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 自動出品 有 No.T 86\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eNear-unused natural whetstone, described by the supplier as \"like new\". Natural veins and fissure lines are visible on the surface and sides, as shown in the photos. Please review all photos before purchase.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003c!-- Title Section --\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Item Description Section --\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Summary:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n Authentic Japanese natural whetstone (Shohonyama Awasedo \/ 正本山合砥) mined from Aiiwatani (相岩谷), Kyoto. Characterized by distinctive Namazu (ナマズ) markings and a fine Nashiji (梨地) texture. Rated as medium-hard (中硬), making it an easy-to-use finishing stone for kitchen knives, carpenter tools, planes, and razors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n Near-unused condition. Natural mineral lines and fissure markings are present on the surface and sides, while the underside retains its raw natural rock layer. Photos were taken with the stone wetted to display grain and character. Please inspect all listing images carefully before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n - Item: Japanese Natural Whetstone (Awasedo \/ Finishing Stone)\u003cbr\u003e\n - Mine \/ Stratum: Aiiwatani (相岩谷), Shohonyama (正本山)\u003cbr\u003e\n - Pattern \/ Feature: Namazu (ナマズ), Nashiji (梨地)\u003cbr\u003e\n - Hardness: Medium-hard (中硬)\u003cbr\u003e\n - Dimensions: Approx. 11 cm x 8.5 cm x 5.3 cm (Max dimensions)\u003cbr\u003e\n - Weight: Approx. 1026 g\u003cbr\u003e\n - Material: Natural Stone\u003cbr\u003e\n - Country of Origin: Kyoto, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n - Inherent fissures, chips, color variegation, and inclusions are natural characteristics of mined whetstones and are not defects.\u003cbr\u003e\n - Feel and cutting response may vary based on blade type, sharpening angle, and slurry control.\u003cbr\u003e\n - Flattening (lapping) prior to use is recommended according to individual preference.\u003cbr\u003e\n - Actual colors may vary slightly depending on monitor display settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Shipping Section --\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unbranded\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sharpening Stone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaking Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light Brown\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finishing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1026g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003eShipping \u0026amp; international orders\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips from Japan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnited States:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shipping is charged in order-value bands designed to approximate 15% of the product subtotal. The exact shipping charge is shown at checkout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOther available destinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Free shipping for natural whetstones. Available destinations are shown at checkout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImport duties, taxes and customs fees depend on the destination and delivery arrangement. Please contact us before ordering if you would like to confirm how these charges will be handled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuestions about this stone? \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eContact Shop Tokyo\u003c\/a\u003e. Please include the product title or SKU.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Unbranded","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50655441518767,"sku":"自動出品 有 No.T 86","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7632\/4015\/files\/57_0d59f635-71e7-469f-b6ba-45e4be31f385.png?v=1791887404","url":"https:\/\/shoptokyo.store\/products\/japanese-natural-whetstone-aiiwatani-shohonyama-awasedo-namazu-fin-stone-1026g","provider":"Shop_Tokyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}