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Go Stone Thickness Sample Set

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This product is Clamshell (White) Go stones and Nachiguro (Black) Go stones, 7 types each, "Go Stone Thickness Sample Set".

We have prepared a "Go Stone Thickness Sample Set" so that you can check the thickness of Go stones with actual stones when you consider purchasing Go stones.
The "Go Stone Thickness Sample Set" provides a total of 14 pieces of "Clamshell Go Stones" and "Nachiguro Go Stones" of 7 different thicknesses, each of which is Size 30 to 42.

We received many comments from our customers, who have told us, "I want to buy Clamshell Go stones, but I don't know what size (thickness) is best for me. " and "I know that Clamshell Go stones are high quality, but I have never seen them in person. "
We also want our customers to "confirm the thickness of the stones" and "feel the quality of the stones by actually touching them".
This time, we have decided to new release "Go Stone Thickness Sample Set".

Please check not only the thickness of the Go stones, but also the smooth texture, cool touch feeling, beauty, and weight to confirm the genuine quality of the Go stones, which are carefully crafted one by one by Go stones craftsmen.

This is a good choice for those who are considering purchasing Go stones as well as for your collections.
It comes in a compact wooden box measuring 177 mm (length) x 80 mm (width) x 37 mm (height).

This product is a "Go Stone Thickness Sample Set" provides a total of 14 pieces of "Clamshell Go Stones Blue label" and "Nachiguro slate Go Stones" of 7 different thicknesses, each of which is Size 30 to 42.
It comes in a compact wooden box measuring 177 mm (length) x 80 mm (width) x 37 mm (height).

  • 7 Clamshell Go stones Blue label *7 different thicknesses
    Size 30 : Thickness 8.0 mm
    Size 32 : Thickness 8.8 mm
    Size 34 : Thickness 9.5 mm
    Size 36 : Thickness 10.1 mm
    Size 38 : Thickness 10.7 mm
    Size 40 : Thickness 11.3 mm
    Size 42 : Thickness 11.9 mm
    each 1
    *These white Go stones is made from Mexican clamshells.

  • 7 Nachiguro slate Go stones *7 different thicknesses
    Size 30 : Thickness 8.3 mm
    Size 32 : Thickness 9.1 mm
    Size 34 : Thickness 9.8 mm
    Size 36 : Thickness 10.4 mm
    Size 38 : Thickness 11.0 mm
    Size 40 : Thickness 11.6 mm
    Size 42 : Thickness 12.0 mm
    each 1
    *These black Go stone is made from Nachiguro slate stones produced in Kumano City, Mie Prefecture.

  • *For the same size, the standard of black Go stones is 0.3 mm thicker than that of white Go stones, because white is an expansion color and white Go stones look slightly larger on the board.
    *cased in a wooden box


  • Please bear the actual cost for shipping charges outside Japan.

  • Only 5 pieces in stock!

    How to choose Go stones

    For all Go stone products, please click here.

    For Premium Go stones products, please click here.

    For Clamshell Go stones BLUE Label products, please click here.

    For Go stones Care Kit products, please click here.





    There are two types of Go stones: white Go stones and black Go stones.
    White Go stones
    The most common white Go stones are Clam Go stones, which are made from clam shells. In addition to Clam Go stones, there are also glass and plastic Go stones.
    Black Go stones
    The most common black Go stones are Nachi-Kuroishi from Kumano City, Mie Prefecture. In addition to Nachiguro stones, there are also stones made overseas, glass, plastic, etc.
    How to choose a Go board

    For all Go board products, please click here.

    For Board craftsman Mr.Torayoshi Yoshida made Go board, please click here.

    For Board craftsman Mr.Keiji Miwa made Go board, please click here.

    For Board craftsman Mr.Miura made Go board, please click here.

    For Go board with legs, please click here.

    For Table Go board, please click here.

    For Other Go boards such as miniature board, 9*9-ro Go board, Off-spec Go board, etc, please click here.



    There are a wide variety of Go boards with a wide range of prices.
    The price ranges from a few thousand JPY (less than US$100) to over 10 million JPY (US$100,000), so we recommend that you choose a board that fits your budget, the situation in which you will be using it, and your personal preferences.
    How to choose Go bowls

    For all Go bowls products, please click here.

    For One-of-a-kind, exquisite Go Bowls, please click here.

    For Wooden Go Bowls products, please click here.

    For Miniature Go Bowls and other Go Bowls products, please click here.

    For Traditional Craftsman: Nishikawa Takashi made Go Bowls products, please click here.

    For Wood craftsman "Kai-shi (懐志)" made Go bowls products, please click here.



    Points to consider when selecting a Go bowls

    The points to consider when choosing a Go bowls are the purpose, the thickness (size) of the stones to be placed, the preference of materials such as grain, wood color, and color, and the compatibility and balance with the board, etc. Ultimately, it is probably best to decide on your preference if the go stones to be placed in the chest fit properly.
    Who will use it? You, your children, your grandchildren, everyone, etc.
    Relatively lightweight go-chests that are easy to use for everyday use? A heavy go-chest? High-end go-chests? For gifts? For beginners? Some experience? How good is your game? Rarity? What are the most popular Go bowls? We recommend that you consider these factors when making your selection.。
    It is difficult to choose one because there are many kinds of woods and there is a big difference in price, but it is easy to ask yourself, "Which go-chest is good? What about this material? We would be happy if you consider it as one of the enjoyments to be confused about which go-chest is good for you. We hope that you will enjoy choosing one while having a hard time deciding.
    For introductory and beginners
    For children
    For everyday use
    Recommendation
    ● Zelkova
    ● Amur cork‐tree
    ● Chinaberry
    ● Japanese ash
    ● Chinquapin tree
    ● Camphor tree.
    ● Japanese oak
    ● Cherry tree
    ● Chestnut tree
    ● Plastic resin
    For introductory, beginner or beginning use, for children, or for daily use, we recommend "zelkova", "bamboos", "sandalwood", "Japanese bead tree", "Japanese ash", "Japanese ash", "shii", "camphor", and "oak", which are widely used and popular if they are made of famous woods.
    There are many choices of wood grain and wood color. There is also "cherry", a relatively inexpensive name-wood Go bowls, "chestnut", which is a little rough but sturdy and very inexpensive, and plastic resin, which can be purchased for several thousand yen.
    Gift, Intermediate and above
    For those who want
    high quality Go bowls
    Recommendation
    ● Yakusugi
    ● Kurogaki
    ● Shimaguwa
    ● Rosewood
    ● Ebony
    ● Rose rosewood
    ● Go bowls Made by Famous Artists
    If you want to buy a better one because you are buying it, or if you want a gift, or if you want a high-value, high-quality go-chest, we still recommend a one-of-a-kind wooden go-chest.
    The most popular types are "Yakusugi," which is very popular for its grain, wood grain, wood color, and unique aroma; "Kurogaki," which has a beautiful contrast of black and white; and "Shimaguwa," which is made from mulberry wood produced in Mikurashima among Honkakuwa, which is representative of high-class Go bowls.
    Other high-end Go bowls include ebony, black ebony, rose ebony, and Go bowls made by famous artists, but since there is a large price difference, please choose according to your budget and preference.

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