This is a natural awashiro finishing whetstone from Shomotozan, Kyoto. It has a soft color and natural texture, and is characterized by a smooth and refined sharpening feel. It can delicately finish the blade edge, resulting in a blade with a moist luster. Shomotozan awashiro has moderate hardness and abrasive power, making it ideal for the final finishing of a wide range of edged tools such as kitchen knives, Japanese razors, planes, and chisels. Product Details ✔ Origin: Shomotozan, Kyoto ✔ Type: Natural whetstone (for finishing) ✔ Color: Awashiro (pale yellow) ✔ Application: Final finishing sharpening for kitchen knives, razors, planes, chisels, etc. ✔ Hardness: Hard ✔ Condition: Unused (Please note that natural streaks, cracks, and minor scratches may be present) ✔ Size: See photos Features ✅ Smooth and comfortable sharpening feel ✅ Beautiful finish with a lustrous shine ✅ Achieves both sharpness and luster ✅ Elegant polishing feel unique to natural awashiro ✅ Ideal for the final finishing of various edged tools ※ Due to the nature of natural whetstones, there are individual differences in patterns and colors. ✅ Free shipping (anonymous delivery) ✅ Immediate purchase welcome