Naniwa Chosera Professional 2,000 Grit

Naniwa is one of the two most trusted sharpening stone brands in Japan - and the Chosera Professional is their flagship line. A hard ceramic bond that builds a rich slurry, stays moist during use, and gives more tactile feedback than the harder Shapton Pro stones. No soaking required - splash with water and begin. At 210mm x 70mm x 20mm the Chosera is a full-size stone with real mass that stays stable on the holder during use. One of the most consistently recommended sharpening stones for kitchen knives at any price point.

At 2000 grit the Chosera crosses into fine territory - refining the scratch pattern from the 1000 and producing a polished edge capable of clean push cuts through most kitchen tasks without further finishing. Ward describes it as effective at removing scratches from the 800 or 1000, building a shiny polish as the scratches disappear. The brownish-gold slurry stays slippery as long as pressure is controlled. He admits sometimes going to this stone just to experience the color and feel of the muddy slurry - a hallmark of the Chosera bond character that makes sharpening genuinely enjoyable rather than a chore. A natural second stone after the 1000 for home cooks who want a polished working edge without a multi-stone finishing progression.

What Customers Are Saying: Eight five-star reviews. Ward gives the most detailed description - loves the feel, the way it removes scratches from lower grits, and the brownish-gold slurry that stays slippery and builds a shiny polish. He admits sometimes sharpening just to experience the stone itself. John calls it a fine stone and enjoys using it. Multiple reviewers describe the 2000 as a natural pairing with the 1000 for a two-stone home setup. The Chosera bond at 2000 grit gives more feedback than comparable Shapton stones - a preference choice that experienced sharpeners consistently cite.

Care Instructions: No soaking required - splash with water and use immediately. The Chosera is a harder stone than most synthetic alternatives but benefits from keeping the surface wet during use. Rinse after each session to remove metal swarf and stone slurry. Allow to dry completely before storing. Flatten periodically with a diamond plate or lapping plate to maintain a true surface. The stone will dish more slowly than softer synthetics but flattening is still essential for consistent results.

• Brand: Naniwa
• Line: Chosera Professional
• Grit: 2000
• Type: Ceramic Whetstone
• Soak Required: No - Splash and Go
• Dimensions: 210mm x 70mm x 20mm (8.25 x 2.75 x 0.8 inches)
• Item Code: NA-0320