The 15 Best Japanese Sharpening Stones 2023

This set of carefully selected high-quality sharpening stones is chosen after comparing various options. Each sharpening stone is labeled with a number and the type of stone, allowing for easy identification at a glance.

・Size
18L x 6W x 3H cm

・Particle Size
#240, #800, #1000, #3000

・Brand
créer

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Two-sided dual-purpose sharpening stone. Suitable for sharpening blades of all-steel and stainless steel products.

・Size
20L x 5W x 2.5H cm

・Particle Size
#220, #120

・Brand
E-Value

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Sharpens quickly with excellent grinding power. Made from over 98% high-purity alumina. Does not degrade. Kiln-fired ceramic sharpening stone. Its composition remains stable like ceramics, making it a long-lasting sharpening stone.

・Size
18L x 6W x 2H cm

・Particle Size
#3000

・Brand
ALTSTONE

A masterpiece loved even by professional craftsmen, an authentic sharpening stone with serious specifications.

・Size
21L x 6.5W x 3H cm

・Particle Size
#1000

・Brand
Naniwa Sharpening Industry

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From Coarse Sharpening to Medium Finishing, This One Does It All.

・Size
13L × 4W ×3H cm

・Particle Size
#180, #320

・Brand
KAKURI

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Revive the Sharpness of Kitchen Tools! Compact Size, Dual-Sided sharpening stone Suitable for Women

・Size
15L x 5W x 2.5H cm

・Particle Size
#240, #120

・Brand
Eko Metal

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Double-sided diamond sharpening stone. Less prone to wear compared to conventional sharpening stones, requiring no stone surface corrections.

・Size
28.5L x 11.5W x 3H cm

・Particle Size
#150, 600

・Brand
Takagi

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A vitrified stone made primarily from A-grade abrasive particles using the vitrified bond method. It possesses high stone strength and is resistant to shape deformation.

・Size
10L × 2.5W × 13H cm

・Particle Size
#400

・Brand
Yamato Seito

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Finely refines the sharpening even further. It achieves a sharpening sensation and finishes close to natural sharpening stones!

・Size
26.7L x 9.5W x 5.3H cm

・Particle Size
#8000

・Brand
Ohtani Sharpening Stone

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This product is developed as a medium sharpening stone for all blade types. Crafted with unique abrasive materials, its quality remains consistent, and it swiftly sharpens edges to a keen and precise edge, enhancing work efficiency.

・Size
23.1L x 7.1W x 23.1H cm

・Particle Size
#1000

・Brand
King Sharpening Stone

This product is developed as a medium sharpening stone for all blade types. Crafted with unique abrasive materials, its quality remains consistent, and it swiftly sharpens edges to a keen and precise edge, enhancing work efficiency.

・Size
23.1L x 7.1W x 23.1H cm

・Particle Size
#1000

・Brand
King Sharpening Stone

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This top-tier sharpening stone is developed for ultra-fine blade finishing, made from the finest micro-abrasives through specialized firing techniques. Consistently maintaining quality, it provides excellent adhesion between blades and the sharpening stone, making it easy to sharpen. Moreover, it offers swift blade adjustment without damaging the edge.

・Size
21L x 7.3W x 2.2H cm

・Particle Size
#6000

・Brand
King Sharpening Stone

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It is ideal for beginners as a household sharpening stone. Comes with a bamboo base for stable sharpening.

・Size
24L x 18W x 7H cm

・Particle Size
#1000, #6000

・Brand
NESHEXST

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They were sharpening stones with excellent grinding power and reduced clogging. The sharpening stone holder prioritizes user-friendliness. Suitable for both stainless steel and carbon steel.

・Size
25.4L x 9.5W x 5.6H cm

・Particle Size
#400, #1000

・Brand
Kai Corporation

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It’s a sharpening stone that pursues grinding power, sharpening sensation, and finishing tailored to each blade. While being a medium sharpening stone, it’s said to be so effective at blade attachment that a coarse stone isn’t needed, making it a versatile coarse and medium dual-use sharpening stone.

・Size
22.8L x 8.8W x 4H cm

・Particle Size
#1000

・Brand
Shapton

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