Tanaka Toishi Aoto Maruhatsu Natural Stone (#A006) Kiridashi Date of manufacture: 1990 -

Date of manufacture: 1990 - 2000

Handle: Plastic Western

Weight: 2197g

Smith: Tanaka Blacksmith

Kambei is probably one of the only sharpeners in the world able to consistently sharpen forged knives to this standard in

Tanaka Toishi Aoto Maruhatsu Natural Stone (#A006) Kiridashi Date of manufacture: 1990 -We are no longer producing this item or with the same number. Please understand that showing price, description and specs might be old information. Highest grade (Maruhatsu). Mined around 1930 40's by Michiaki Tanaka. Detailed Spec Brand: Tanaka Toishi Product Type: Natural Stone Producing Area: Kyoto Japan Soaking Requirement: Not required Size: 230 x 75 x 70mm Weight: 3100g Update: 5 30, 2026