Nakayama Aisa Karasu Vintage Japanese Natural Finishing Whetstone

This exceptional Japanese whetstone was selected by us and imported directly from Japan, thoroughly tested and sealed on sides and back to protect the stone for long term use.

Hardness: 5
Unique and beautiful Nakayama Aisa Karasu with pink hue. Nakayama is one of the original Honyama Mines. Nakayama is known as the pinnacle of natural Whetstones. This stone was mined from the Aisa layer which sits between Namito and Suita. Aisa layer is known for producing many Karasu stones and this one is unique with its pink tinted base color. This is a vintage Karasu with thin height as it was used by a Japanese barber. Nakayama Aisa can be a beautiful pinkish yellow hue like this one which is more unique with the amazing Karasu patterns. A perfect stone for razor final finishing and can be used effectively with Nagura progressions and standalone finishing.