Iyo Sakura Old Japanese Natural Whetstone 伊豫銘砥桜
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The stone is formed from crushed Iyoto whetstone that has been mixed with a ceramic binder and then baked. Sakura - 桜 - means Cherry Blossoms. You will like its pale cherry pink stone color.
The cross-sectional shape of the sharpening striation has a round bottom similar to that of a natural grindstone, so it is difficult to chip the blade and the finishing process can be done quickly.
It is a rare product that has been discontinued despite being regretted.