Product Summary:
Japanese natural finishing whetstone (Shohonyama Awasedo / 正本山合砥) weighing 1190 g. The stone and its paper wrapper carry the stamp of the Kyoto Natural Whetstone Association (京都天然砥石組合). A natural finishing stone of this type is used for the final polishing stage on plane blades (kanna), chisels (nomi), kitchen knives and other edged tools.

Condition:
The supplier describes this stone as unused. As a natural stone it shows its own veining, color variation, staining on the wrapper and small chips along the edges. No grinding, flattening or sharpening performance test has been carried out by us. Please check every photo, as they show the exact item you will receive.

Specs:

• Item: Japanese natural whetstone, finishing stone (Awasedo)
• Type: Shohonyama (正本山合砥)
• Weight: 1190 g (as stated by the supplier)
• Material: Natural stone
• Marking: Kyoto Natural Whetstone Association stamp
• Country of Origin: Japan

Important Notes:
Natural whetstones are not uniform products. Hardness, grit feel and the pattern of the surface differ from stone to stone, and the appearance in the photos is part of the stone's natural character, not damage unless noted. Exact dimensions and grit rating are not provided by the supplier. The stone is sold as shown; no wooden base or accessories are included beyond what appears in the photos.