{"title":"Tanaka Toishi","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"tanaka-toishi-new-kent-1000","title":"Tanaka Toishi New Kent #1000","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew Kent #1000\u003c\/strong\u003e from Tanaka Toishi is a synthetic Japanese whetstone with a medium grit. It's a fantastic mid-range stone that can handle even the hardest steels. This is a high-quality sharpening stone with an extremely good reputation in Japan. It holds its shape very well, and you can truly feel the sharpening quality with every stroke. We recommend it!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrit: #1000 grit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize: approximately 200 × 74 × 34 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 1040 g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: synthetic stone (with patterns mimicking natural stones)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoaking: approximately 10 minutes recommended before use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHighly effective material removal even on hard steels. Leaves a sharp edge with a lot of bite.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNew Kent #1000 efficiently removes material and quickly forms a good edge,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStable size and lifespan – The dimensions are generously proportioned compared to many synthetic stones, meaning it will last a long time with regular use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Tanaka Toishi - New Kent","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57775383216476,"sku":"NK1000","price":556.0,"currency_code":"SEK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/5556\/6940\/files\/NK1000-1.jpg?v=1780314557"},{"product_id":"tanaka-toishi-anzu-1000","title":"Tanaka Toishi Anzu #1000","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnzu #1000\u003c\/strong\u003e from Tanaka Toishi is a synthetic Japanese whetstone with a medium grit. The stone is slightly softer than New Kent and also produces more slurry. It holds its shape well and is very pleasant to sharpen with. A very good buy!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrit: #1000 grit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize: 207 × 76 × 27 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 954 g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: synthetic stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoaking: approximately 10 minutes recommended before use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHighly effective stock removal. Leaves a sharp edge with good bite.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStable size and lifespan – The dimensions are generously proportioned compared to many synthetic stones, meaning it will last a long time with regular use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Tanaka Toishi - Anzu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57775383249244,"sku":"ANZU1000","price":396.0,"currency_code":"SEK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/5556\/6940\/files\/anzu-1000-3.jpg?v=1780314558"},{"product_id":"tanaka-toishi-michibiki-3000-white-aluminum-oxide","title":"Tanaka Toishi #3000","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003ch1 style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMichibiki – uncompromising synthetic stone from Kyoto\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTanaka Toishi (Kyoto, Japan)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrit: 3000 grit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContent: White aluminum oxide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 862 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 215 x 83 x 25 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType: Soaking stone. Soak for 10–15 minutes before use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMichibiki is a new, premium Japanese series developed by Tanaka Toishi, the same house that manages the mineral rights to the legendary Nakayama mine for natural stones. The series is made for knife enthusiasts who seek uncompromising performance; highest cutting properties, precise feel and finish approaching natural stone. Michibiki provides an unusually even, covering and hazy kasumi on laminated steel, which is rare among synthetic stones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“These stones consists of the highest performing materials, and nothing is added to the stone that doesnt need to be there.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuote: Tanaka san, during our visit to Kyoto (September 2025)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy this, Tanaka means that the recipe is optimized for performance, not price. A high proportion of expensive abrasive grains and a carefully selected binder provide fast material removal, clear feedback, and minimal tendency to \"glaze\" over. The stone is expensive. The performance is total.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhite or Green stone, which should you choose?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhite (WA \/ White Alumina): All-round, controlled material removal, fantastic on stainless steel as the stone provides a clean, even surface and holds its shape well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreen (GC \/ Green Silicon Carbide): More aggressive, bites hard even on tough steels and is known for fast material removal and a fine, covering kasumi during polishing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWA (white aluminum oxide) is often used in medium and finer grits because it cuts quickly but controlled and wears slowly – especially good on stainless steels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGC (green silicon carbide, often called \"Green Carbon\/GC\") is harder and sharper grain that removes material quickly, perfect when you want to remove material or enhance contrast in kasumi.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow they feel to use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoft but firm feel: Michibiki has a relatively high amount of abrasive grains and less binder, which provides fast material removal with a stable feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven scratch pattern: Scratches are quickly smoothed out between steps and softer steels are left with an even, hazy kasumi (especially Green\/GC).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoaking: 10–15 minutes before sharpening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong-lasting \u0026amp; often larger format than many standard stones, providing a comfortable \"platform\" and stable angle control.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended choices by need\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cspan\u003e320 grit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFast thinning and repair of chips. Choose Green GC 320 for maximum material removal or the white WA 320 if you seek a slightly \"gentler\" cutting that is still very fast and holds its shape better.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cspan\u003e1000 grit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBasic sharpness in the kitchen, daily service:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- White WA 1000 for a clean, biting basic edge on stainless steel; Green GC 1000 when you want more \"bite\" and faster work on tougher steels. Green 1000 grit provides incredibly covering kasumi, we at cleancut are completely amazed by the cutting power and the even kasumi this stone creates.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cspan\u003e2000–3000 grit \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePolishing of edge and kasumi:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- White WA 3000 for a clean, dense finish on the edge; Green GC 2000\/3000 when you want to combine speed with hazy kasumi on laminated steel.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Tanaka Toishi - Michibiki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57775384822108,"sku":"Michibiki-WA3000","price":1036.0,"currency_code":"SEK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/5556\/6940\/files\/Michibiki-WA3000.jpg?v=1780314577"},{"product_id":"tanaka-toishi-michibiki-1000-white-aluminum-oxide","title":"Tanaka Toishi #1000","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003ch1 style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMichibiki – uncompromising synthetic stone from Kyoto\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTanaka Toishi (Kyoto, Japan)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrit: 1000 grit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContent: White aluminum oxide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 1127 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 215 x 83 x 33 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType: Soaking stone. Soak for 10–15 min before use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMichibiki is a new, premium Japanese series developed by Tanaka Toishi, the same company that manages the mineral rights to the legendary Nakayama mine for natural stones. The series is made for knife enthusiasts seeking uncompromising performance; supreme cutting properties, precise feel, and a finish that approaches natural stone. Michibiki provides an unusually smooth, comprehensive, and hazy kasumi on laminated steel, which is rare among synthetic stones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“These stones consists of the highest performing materials, and nothing is added to the stone that doesnt need to be there.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuote: Tanaka san, during our visit in Kyoto (September 2025)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy this, Tanaka means that the recipe is optimized for performance, not price. A high proportion of expensive abrasive grains and a carefully selected binder provide fast cutting, clear feedback, and minimal tendency to \"glaze\" over. The stone is expensive. The performance is absolute.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhite or Green stone, which one should you choose?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhite (WA \/ White Alumina): All-round, controlled cutting, fantastic on stainless steel as the stone provides a clean, even surface and maintains its shape well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreen (GC \/ Green Silicon Carbide): More aggressive, bites hard even on tough steels and is known for fast cutting and a nice comprehensive kasumi during polishing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWA (white aluminum oxide) is often used in medium and finer grits because it cuts quickly but controllably and wears slowly – especially good on stainless steels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGC (green silicon carbide, often called \"Green Carbon\/GC\") are harder and sharper grains that cut quickly, perfect when you want to remove material or enhance contrast in kasumi.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow they feel to use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoft but firm feel: Michibiki has a relatively high amount of abrasive grains and less binder, which provides fast cutting with a stable feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven scratch pattern: Scratches are quickly smoothed out between steps, and softer steels are left with a smooth, hazy kasumi (especially Green\/GC).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoaking: 10–15 min before sharpening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong-lasting \u0026amp; often larger format than many standard stones, providing a comfortable \"platform\" and stable angle control.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended choices by need\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e320 grit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFast thinning and repair of chips. Choose Green GC 320 for maximum material removal or the white WA 320 if you are looking for a slightly \"gentler\" cutting action that is still very fast and holds its shape better.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1000 grit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBasic sharpness in the kitchen, daily maintenance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- White WA 1000 for a clean, sharp base edge on stainless steel; Green GC 1000 when you want more \"bite\" and faster work on tougher steels. Green 1000 grit provides incredibly comprehensive kasumi, we at cleancut are completely amazed by the cutting power and the even kasumi this stone creates.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2000–3000\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003egrit \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePolishing of edge and kasumi:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- White WA 3000 for a clean, dense finish on the edge; Green GC 2000\/3000 when you want to combine speed with hazy kasumi on laminated steel.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Tanaka Toishi - Michibiki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57775384854876,"sku":"Michibiki-WA1000","price":796.0,"currency_code":"SEK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/5556\/6940\/files\/Michibiki-WA1000.jpg?v=1780314579"},{"product_id":"tanaka-toishi-michibiki-320-white-aluminum-oxide","title":"Tanaka Toishi #320","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003ch1 style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMichibiki – uncompromising synthetic stone from Kyoto\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTanaka Toishi (Kyoto, Japan)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrit: 320 grit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComposition: White Aluminum Oxide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 1220 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 220 x 84 x 31 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType: Soaking stone. Soak for 10-15 minutes before use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMichibiki is a new, premium Japanese series developed by Tanaka Toishi, the same company that manages the mineral rights for the legendary Nakayama mine for natural stones. The series is made for knife enthusiasts seeking uncompromising performance; superior cutting properties, precise feel, and a finish approaching natural stone. Michibiki provides an unusually even, comprehensive, and hazy kasumi on laminated steel, which is rare among synthetic stones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“These stones consists of the highest performing materials, and nothing is added to the stone that doesnt need to be there.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuote: Tanaka san, during our visit to Kyoto (September 2025)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy this, Tanaka means that the recipe is optimized for performance, not price. A high proportion of expensive abrasive grains and a carefully selected binder provide fast stock removal, clear feedback, and minimal tendency to \"glaze over\". The stone is expensive. The performance is total.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhite or Green stone, which should you choose?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhite (WA \/ White Alumina): All-round, controlled stock removal, excellent on stainless steel as the stone provides a clean, even surface and holds its shape well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreen (GC \/ Green Silicon Carbide): More aggressive, bites hard even on tough steels and is known for fast stock removal and a nice, even kasumi during polishing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWA (white aluminum oxide) is often used in medium and finer grits because it cuts quickly but controllably and wears slowly – especially good on stainless steels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGC (green silicon carbide, often called \"Green Carbon\/GC\") has harder and sharper grains that remove material quickly, perfect when you want to remove material or enhance contrast in kasumi.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow they feel to use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoft but firm feel: Michibiki has a relatively high proportion of abrasive grains and less binder, which provides fast stock removal with a stable feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven scratch pattern: Scratches are quickly smoothed out between steps and softer steels are left with an even, hazy kasumi (especially Green\/GC).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoaking: 10–15 min before sharpening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong-lasting \u0026amp; usually larger format than many standard stones, providing a comfortable \"platform\" and stable angle control.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended choices by need\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e320 grit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFast thinning and repair of chips. Choose Green GC 320 for maximum stock removal or the white WA 320 if you are looking for a slightly \"gentler\" cut that is still very fast and holds its shape better.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1000 grit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBasic sharpness in the kitchen, daily service:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- White WA 1000 for a clean, sharp basic edge on stainless; Green GC 1000 when you want more \"bite\" and faster work on tougher steels. 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Soak for 10–15 minutes before use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMichibiki is a new, premium Japanese series developed by Tanaka Toishi, the same company that manages the mineral rights to the legendary Nakayama mine for natural stones. The series is made for knife enthusiasts who seek uncompromising performance: superior cutting properties, precise feel, and a finish that approaches natural stone. Michibiki produces an unusually smooth, uniform, and hazy kasumi on laminated steel, something rare among synthetic stones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“These stones consists of the highest performing materials, and nothing is added to the stone that doesnt need to be there.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuote: Tanaka san, during our visit to Kyoto (September 2025)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy this, Tanaka means that the formula is optimized for performance, not price. A high proportion of expensive abrasive grains and a carefully selected binder provide fast material removal, clear feedback, and minimal tendency to “glaze” over. The stone is expensive. The performance is absolute.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhite or Green stone, which should you choose?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhite (WA \/ White Alumina): All-round, controlled material removal, fantastic on stainless steel as the stone provides a clean, even surface and holds its shape well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreen (GC \/ Green Silicon Carbide): More aggressive, bites hard even on tough steels and is known for fast material removal and a fine, uniform kasumi during polishing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWA (white aluminum oxide) is often used in medium and finer grits because it cuts quickly but controllably and wears slowly – especially good on stainless steels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGC (green silicon carbide, often called “Green Carbon\/GC”) has harder and sharper grains that remove material quickly, perfect when you want to remove material or enhance contrast in kasumi.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow they feel to use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoft but firm feel: Michibiki has a relatively high amount of abrasive grains and less binder, which provides fast material removal with a stable feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven scratch pattern: Scratches are quickly blurred between stages, and softer steels are left with a smooth, hazy kasumi (especially Green\/GC).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoaking: 10–15 minutes before sharpening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong-lasting \u0026amp; usually larger format than many standard stones, providing a comfortable “platform” and stable angle control.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended choices by need\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cspan\u003e320 grit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFast thinning and repair of chips. Choose Green GC 320 for maximum material removal or the white WA 320 if you are looking for a slightly “kinder” cut that is still very fast and holds its shape better.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cspan\u003e1000 grit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBasic kitchen sharpness, daily service:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- White WA 1000 for a clean, toothy base edge on stainless steel; Green GC 1000 when you want more “bite” and faster work on tougher steels. 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Soak for 10–15 min before use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMichibiki is a new, premium Japanese series developed by Tanaka Toishi, the same company that manages the mineral rights to the legendary Nakayama mine for natural stones. The series is made for knife enthusiasts who seek uncompromising performance; highest sharpening properties, precise feel, and a finish approaching that of natural stones. Michibiki provides an unusually even, opaque, and hazy kasumi on laminated steel, something that is rare among synthetic stones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“These stones consists of the highest performing materials, and nothing is added to the stone that doesnt need to be there.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuote: Tanaka san, during our visit to Kyoto (September 2025)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy this, Tanaka means that the recipe is optimized for performance, not price. A high proportion of expensive abrasive grains and a carefully selected binder provide fast material removal, clear feedback, and minimal tendency to \"glaze\" over. The stone is expensive. The performance is absolute.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhite or Green stone, which should you choose?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhite (WA \/ White Alumina): All-round, controlled material removal, fantastic on stainless steel as the stone provides a clean, even surface and holds its shape well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreen (GC \/ Green Silicon Carbide): More aggressive, bites hard even on tough steels and is known for fast material removal and a fine, opaque kasumi during polishing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWA (white aluminum oxide) is often used in medium and finer grits because it cuts quickly but controllably and wears slowly – especially good on stainless steels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGC (green silicon carbide, often called \"Green Carbon\/GC\") has harder and sharper grains that remove material quickly, perfect when you want to remove material or enhance contrast in kasumi.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow they feel to use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoft but firm feel: Michibiki has relatively many abrasive grains and less binder, which provides fast material removal with a stable feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven scratch pattern: Scratches are quickly blurred between steps, and softer steels are left with an even, hazy kasumi (especially Green\/GC).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoaking: 10–15 min before sharpening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong-lasting \u0026amp; usually larger format than many standard stones, providing a comfortable \"platform\" and stable angle control.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended choices based on need\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cspan\u003e320 grit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFast thinning and repair of chips. 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Soak for 10–15 minutes before use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMichibiki is a new, Japanese premium series developed by Tanaka Toishi, the same house that manages the mineral rights to the legendary Nakayama mine for natural stones. The series is made for knife enthusiasts seeking uncompromising performance; superior cutting properties, precise feel, and a finish approaching natural stone. Michibiki produces an unusually even, opaque, and hazy kasumi on laminated steel, which is rare among synthetic stones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“These stones consists of the highest performing materials, and nothing is added to the stone that doesnt need to be there.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuote: Tanaka san, during our visit to Kyoto (September 2025)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy this, Tanaka means that the recipe is optimized for performance, not price. A high proportion of expensive abrasive grains and a carefully selected binder provide rapid material removal, clear feedback, and minimal tendency to \"glaze\" over. The stone is expensive. The performance is absolute.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhite or Green stone, what should you choose?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhite (WA \/ White Alumina): All-round, controlled material removal, fantastic on stainless steel as the stone provides a clean, even surface and holds its shape well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreen (GC \/ Green Silicon Carbide): More aggressive, cuts hard even on tough steels and is known for fast material removal and fine, opaque kasumi when polishing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWA (white aluminum oxide) is often used in medium and finer grits because it cuts quickly but controllably and wears slowly – especially good on stainless steels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGC (green silicon carbide, often called “Green Carbon\/GC”) consists of harder and sharper grains that remove material quickly, perfect when you want to remove material or enhance contrast in kasumi.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow they feel to use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoft but firm feel: Michibiki has a relatively large amount of abrasive grains and less binder, which provides fast material removal with a stable feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven scratch pattern: Scratches are quickly blurred between steps and softer steels are left with an even, hazy kasumi (especially Green\/GC).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoaking: 10–15 minutes before sharpening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong-lasting \u0026amp; usually larger format than many standard stones, providing a comfortable “platform” and stable angle control.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended choices based on need\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cspan\u003e320 grit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFast thinning and repair of chips. Choose Green GC 320 for maximum material removal or the white WA 320 if you are looking for a slightly \"gentler\" cut that is still very fast and holds its shape better.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cspan\u003e1000 grit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBasic sharpness for the kitchen, daily maintenance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- White WA 1000 for a clean, biting primary edge on stainless steel; Green GC 1000 when you want more \"bite\" and faster work on tougher steels. 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Soak for 10–15 min before use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMichibiki is a new, Japanese premium series developed by Tanaka Toishi, the same house that manages the mineral rights to the legendary Nakayama mine for natural stones. The series is made for knife enthusiasts who seek uncompromising performance; highest cutting properties, precise feel, and a finish that approaches natural stone. Michibiki produces an unusually even, covering, and hazy kasumi on laminated steel, which is rare among synthetic stones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“These stones consists of the highest performing materials, and nothing is added to the stone that doesnt need to be there.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuote: Tanaka san, during our visit to Kyoto (September 2025)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy this, Tanaka means that the recipe is optimized for performance, not price. A high proportion of expensive abrasive grains and a carefully selected binder provide fast material removal, clear feedback, and minimal tendency to \"glaze\" over. The stone is expensive. The performance is total.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhite or Green stone, which should you choose?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhite (WA \/ White Alumina): All-round, controlled material removal, fantastic on stainless steel as the stone provides a clean, even surface and holds its shape well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreen (GC \/ Green Silicon Carbide): More aggressive, bites hard even on hard steels and is known for fast material removal and a fine, covering kasumi when polishing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWA (white aluminum oxide) is often used in medium and finer grits because it cuts quickly but controllably and wears slowly – especially good on stainless steels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGC (green silicon carbide, often called “Green Carbon\/GC”) has harder and sharper grains that remove material quickly, perfect when you want to remove material or enhance contrast in kasumi.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow they feel to use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoft but firm feel: Michibiki has a relatively high amount of abrasive grains and less binder, which provides fast material removal with a stable feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven scratch pattern: Scratches are quickly blurred between steps, and softer steels are left with an even, hazy kasumi (especially Green\/GC).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoaking: 10–15 min before sharpening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong-lasting \u0026amp; usually larger format than many standard stones, which provides a comfortable \"platform\" and stable angle control.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended choices by need\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cspan\u003e320 grit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFast thinning and repair of chips. Choose Green GC 320 for maximum material removal or the white WA 320 if you are looking for a slightly \"gentler\" cut that is still very fast and holds its shape better.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cspan\u003e1000 grit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBasic sharpness in the kitchen, daily service:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- White WA 1000 for a clean, sharp primary edge on stainless steel; Green GC 1000 when you want more \"bite\" and faster work on tougher steels. 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Soak 10–15 min before use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMichibiki is a new, Japanese premium series developed by Tanaka Toishi, the same house that manages the mineral rights to the legendary Nakayama natural stone mine. The series is made for knife enthusiasts seeking uncompromising performance; highest cutting properties, precise feel, and a finish approaching natural stone. Michibiki provides an unusually even, covering, and hazy kasumi on laminated steel, which is rare among synthetic stones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“These stones consists of the highest performing materials, and nothing is added to the stone that doesnt need to be there.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuote: Tanaka san, during our visit to Kyoto (September 2025)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy this, Tanaka means that the recipe is optimized for performance, not price. A high proportion of expensive abrasive grains and a carefully selected binder provide fast material removal, clear feedback, and minimal tendency to \"glaze\" over. The stone is expensive. The performance is total.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhite or Green stone, what should you choose?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhite (WA \/ White Alumina): All-round, controlled removal, fantastic on stainless steel as the stone provides a clean, even surface and holds its shape well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreen (GC \/ Green Silicon Carbide): More aggressive, bites hard even on hard steels and is known for fast removal and a nice covering kasumi during polishing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWA (white aluminum oxide) is often used in intermediate and finer grits because it cuts quickly but controllably and wears slowly – especially good on stainless steels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGC (green silicon carbide, often called \"Green Carbon\/GC\") has harder and sharper grains that remove material quickly, perfect when you want to remove material or enhance contrast in kasumi.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow they feel to use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoft but firm feel: Michibiki has a relatively high proportion of abrasive grains and less binder, which provides fast material removal with a stable feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven scratch pattern: Scratches are quickly blurred between steps, and softer steels are left with an even, hazy kasumi (especially Green\/GC).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoaking: 10–15 min before sharpening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong-lasting \u0026amp; often larger format than many standard stones, providing a comfortable \"platform\" and stable angle control.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended choices based on needs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cspan\u003e320 grit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuick thinning and repair of chips. 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