Thick Ridge Walnuts, known as “Cujin,” are named for their exceptionally thick, high, and prominent main ridges. Unlike officially classified varieties, this informal name refers to any Lion Head or Tiger Head walnut with extremely bold texture. This is a variety that players either love for its raw power or avoid for its aggressive handfeel.
Key Features
• Extreme, Dominant Texture (The Only Core Feature)
The longitudinal ridges are unusually wide, tall, and protruding—like a dragon’s spine or a mountain ridge.
Deep valleys between the ridges enhance the visual drama, making it the ultimate choice for collectors who appreciate wild, muscular aesthetics.
• Intense, “Hand-Torturing” Feel
Corresponding to the bold ridges, the handfeel is sharp and intense. The high ridges strongly stimulate acupressure points, which can be painful with long sessions.
For this reason, it is often humorously called the “heavy-duty hand therapy weapon.”
Not suitable for players seeking smooth, gentle touch.
• Shell & Profile
The shell is generally thick, hard, and weighty.
Profiles vary—some are tall like towers (closer to Tiger Head), others medium-low—but all emphasize the thick ridge structure.
• Rarity in Matching
Because the texture is naturally wild and uneven, finding a perfectly matched pair is extremely difficult.
High-quality, visually balanced Cujin pairs command premium prices.
• Complex Identity
Unlike Apple Garden or Four Towers, Cujin has no specific tree origin or official classification.
Any walnut with bold, aggressive ridges may be labeled “Cujin,” so careful evaluation is required.
Summary
Cujin walnuts are extreme, texture-driven masterpieces.
They sacrifice comfort for visual impact and intense play sensation, symbolizing the taste of hardcore, niche collectors.
This is not a beginner’s pair—it is a statement walnut for those who pursue wild beauty and intense tactile experience.
