Nakayama Maruka Asagi Lv 5 - Prestigious Natural Sharpening Whetstone

History and prestige

Nakayama (中山) is one of Japan's most famous and prized natural sharpening stone quarries, located in the Kyoto region near Mount Atago. These stones have been used in Japan for more than 800 years, from polishing samurai swords to sharpening modern razors and tools.

Maruka (丸鹿 or Maruichi / ㋕) mark is the most prestigious mark for Nakayama stones. It means that the stone has been selected and approved as ideal by the famous Kato family (later Hatanaka) from the old Shouhonyama (Shohonyama) quarry. Traditionally, Maruka stones have been reserved for professionals, such as master cutters (kamisori) and high-end tools. Due to limited resources and the closure of the quarry in the mid-20th century, Maruka stones have become a real rarity and a collector's trophy. Good specimens are highly valued on the market.

Specifications

• NameNakayama Maruka Asagi Lv 5
• Dimensions: 211 × 75 × 18 mm
• Weight: 790 g
• Colour: Beautiful light Asagi (bluish grey / greyish green)
• Hardness: Lv 5 (very cool - Katakuchi)
• Grain fineness: Very small

Advantages

The perfect finish for razors and tools This stone is a real super-finisher. It gives a mirror-like polish and an extremely smooth, sharp edge that stays sharp for a long time without causing irritation. Especially appreciated in the sharpening of straight razors / kamisori.

Main advantages:

• Very solid and stable - minimal wear and tear, long lasting flatness.
• Pure and clean - free from harmful inclusions or lines which could cause scratching, except for small and shallow lines on the edge.
• Fast and efficient - Although very fine, it gives off abrasive mass well.
• Universality - Ideal not only for razors, but also for high-end knives, woodworking tools, clippers, etc.
• Aesthetics - The beautiful light Asagi colour and the classic Maruka mark give it a great collector's value.

This stone is the premium choice for those who want maximum results and want to use a legendary Japanese natural stone with a true story. Maruka Nakayama Asagi Lv 5 is not just a sharpening tool, but also an investment in quality and tradition.

Perfect for both professionals and enthusiasts looking for the best possible sharpness.