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Explore the artistry and tradition of Japanese swords at TrueSwords.com! Wield the powerful Japanese Odachi Samurai Sword or experience the craftsmanship of the Sokojikara Soul Crane Handmade Katana. Elevate your collection with the sleek Shinwa Black Komodo Handmade Tanto.


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Sokojikara Falcon Katana shown with ornate tsuba, white scabbard, white cotton wrapped handle, and cleaning kit. The white glossy scabbard is shown between the carbon steel blade point and ray skin handle with menuki. The ray skin handle is wrapped in white cotton with a menuki and circular tsuba with wave and bird designs.
Sokojikara Falcon Katana
Price reduced from $394.99 to NOW $335.98 You Save 15% -15%
30286 Sokojikara Falcon Katana Clay Tempered Folded Carbon Steel USD 59.01 13 Sokojikara Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL1 Category 335.98
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A silky and graceful display sword and scabbard that just begs to be added to and displayed in your collection The 39” overall sword slides into a glossy black wooden scabbard with a shiny gold accent featuring a faux red jewel Both the pommel and mouth of the scabbard are crafted of metal alloy with a genuine gold look to complement the circular tsuba
Black Lotus Katana
Price reduced from $63.99 to NOW $50.97 You Save 20% -20%
49922 Black Lotus Katana With Scabbard USD 13.02 14 BUDK Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL1 Category 50.97
Sword you’re looking for whether you’re an avid collector or a first-time owner, giving you quality and value far beyond the price The hardwood handle is wrapped in faux rayskin and black cord and has an intricately detailed metal alloy tsuba The full-tang, razor-sharp, sword has a 28”, 1045 carbon steel blade, which extends from a polished brass habaki The 41” katana slides into a black lacquered wooden scabbard, accented with a hand-painted dragon and black cord-wrap Sword you’re looking for whether you’re an avid collector or a first-time owner, giving you quality and value far beyond the price The hardwood handle is wrapped in faux rayskin and black cord and has an intricately detailed metal alloy tsuba The hardwood handle is wrapped in faux rayskin and black cord and has an intricately detailed metal alloy tsuba
Kojiro Golden Dragon Katana
$105.99
49074 Kojiro Golden Dragon Katana & Scabbard USD 15 TrueSwords Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL1 Category 105.99
Shinwa Colossus odachi laid next to lacquered black scabbard with detailed views of the dragon tsuba and ornate pommel. The black lacquered wooden scabbard had a black hanging cord that matches the black cord of the handle. The handle is made of genuine ray skin with braided black cord and brass menuki. Zoomed shot of the brass menuki beneath the braided black cord wrapping the handle. Detailed shot of the antique finished habaki with ornate bird. The black cord of the handle wraps through the antique finished pommel. The dragon tsuba sits just above “Shinwa” on the black Damascus blade.
Shinwa Colossus Yoru Handmade Odachi
Price reduced from $359.99 to NOW $282.98 You Save 21% -21%
17678 Shinwa Colossus Yoru Handmade Odachi USD 77.01 16 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Handmade Swords CL1 Category 282.98
The Sokojikara Hammered-Work Katana in different positions The katana in its scabbard The blade and the tsuba of the katana
Sokojikara Hammered-Work Katana and Scabbard
Price reduced from $443.99 to NOW $324.98 You Save 27% -27%
51219 Sokojikara Hammered-Work Katana and Scabbard USD 119.01 17 Sokojikara Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL1 Category 324.98
A three piece katana sword set displayed on wooden stand and shows a zoomed view of black dragon handguard with brass habaki Shinwa 3 japanese swords encased in separate scabbards with handles wrapped in faux ray skin and black nylon cord Shinwa black 3 piece japanese sword set displayed on a black lacquered wooden stand Close view of faux rayskin handle wrapped with a black ito extracted from scabbard showing damascus steel and dragon tsuba Zoomed view of faux rayskin handle wrapped with a black nylon cord extended from dragon handguard Zoomed view of black nylon wrapped hilt and etched pommel with accents of gold Close view of hand forged black damascus steel with a razor sharp blade and tip
Shinwa Black Knight 3-Piece Sword and Stand Set
Price reduced from $429.99 to NOW $265.98 You Save 38% -38%
40689 Shinwa Black Knight 3 Piece Sword and Stand Set USD 164.01 18 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL1 Category 265.98
Musha Samurai sword shown with burgundy scabbard, brass habaki, cast guard, and 1045 carbon steel blade.
Musha Samurai Sword with Burgundy Scabbard
$86.99
30816 Musha Hand Forged Samurai Sword with Burgundy Scabbard USD 19 TrueSwords Swords Japanese Swords Handmade Swords CL1 Category 86.99
The Sokojikara Water Buffalo God Katana was hand-forged and clay-tempered to give it both strength and flexibility The 40” overall katana slides smoothly into a matte black scabbard, accented with brown cord-wrap to match the handle It has an antiqued brass, round tsuba with an intricately detailed water buffalo god design
Sokojikara Water Buffalo God Katana and Scabbard
Price reduced from $409.99 to NOW $251.98 You Save 39% -39%
50226 Sokojikara Water Buffalo God Katana and Scabbard USD 158.01 20 Sokojikara Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL1 Category 251.98
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White Lotus High Carbon Steel Katana
Price reduced from $63.99 to NOW $50.97 You Save 20% -20%
44196 White Lotus Katana With Scabbard USD 13.02 21 BUDK Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL1 Category 50.97
Shinwa White Knight katana closeup with view of ornate tsuba, white cord wrapped handle, and black Damascus steel blade. The white cord wrapped katana handle matches the white hardwood scabbard with white hanging cord. White braided cord wraps the faux rayskin handle of the sword with brass menuki. Zoomed view of brass dragon tsuba and brass blade collar. The white braided cord wrapping the handle runs through the ornate brass pommel. The brass menuki sits atop the black faux ray skin handle, wrapped in white cord. Zoomed view of the ornate brass habaki with depictions of a house and landscape. White scabbard wrapped with white nylon hanging cord.
Shinwa White Knight Black Damascus Sword
Price reduced from $276.99 to NOW $167.98 You Save 39% -39%
17667 Shinwa White Knight Black Damascus Sword USD 109.01 22 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Handmade Swords CL1 Category 167.98
The 69” Kojiro Kensai Japanese Odachi sword features a leather wrapped hardwood handle, coordinating wooden scabbard and unique guard. The handle of the odachi sword is shown next to the scabbard, both wrapped with leather.
Kojiro Japanese Odachi Sword
$179.99
11329 Japanese Odachi Sword USD 23 TrueSwords Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL1 Category 179.99
The master swordsmiths of Lonquan used centuries of tradition and experience to hand-forge the Shinwa Blood Moon Tachi The 38” overall tachi fits securely into a maroon lacquered sheath with metal accents and an intricately wrapped sword hanger It has a forged 28 1/2” 1045 high carbon steel blade, extending from a brass habaki and pewter-colored metal alloy tsuba The sword has a faux rayskin and white cord-wrapped hardwood handle with a pewter-colored metal alloy pommel
Shinwa Blood Moon Tachi Sword
Price reduced from $159.99 to NOW $139.98 You Save 13% -13%
50454 Shinwa Blood Moon Tachi Sword USD 20.01 24 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL1 Category 139.98
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JAPANESE SWORD FAQS  

  • What is the difference between a katana, wakizashi, and tanto?
    The katana is a long sword, the wakizashi is a shorter companion sword, and the tanto is a dagger. Traditionally, samurai would carry both a katana and wakizashi as part of a daisho set, with each sword serving a specific purpose.
  • What is an odachi sword?
    An odachi sword, also known as a nodachi, is basically a large katana, similar in size to a European “two-hander” or “Zweihander” sword. Whereas a katana would typically have a blade between 24 and 30 inches, an odachi sword would exceed 35 inches, with some being 50 or greater.
  • What is a shirasaya?
    A shirasaya, or “white scabbard” is not a sword but a method of housing or storing a sword’s blade. When at home, a sword’s blade stock would be removed from the hilt and guard and placed in the wooden shirasaya, protecting the tang and blade from the elements, but rendering them easily removable and thereby accessible for oiling or routine maintenance. Effectively, the shirasaya is a way to store or transport the blade.
  • What materials are used to make Japanese swords?
    Japanese swords are typically made from high-carbon steel, Damascus steel, or folded steel for the blade. Handles are often wrapped in ray skin or cord, and scabbards are crafted from lacquered wood or leather.
  • Are Japanese swords functional or decorative?
    TrueSwords.com offers both functional and decorative Japanese swords. Functional swords are suitable for martial arts or cutting practice, while others are designed mainly for display and collection.
  • What is the value of a katana with a damascus blade?
    Damascus steel is made by layering several different grades of steel together, conferring the benefits of each alloy to the new damascus matrix. As a result, some damascus steel blades are highly durable, wear-resistant, and corrosion resistant, among other beneficial attributes. Additionally, many find the unique patterns created in the surface of damascus steel to be an aesthetically pleasing selling point.
  • What maintenance is required for a Japanese sword?
    Regular maintenance includes cleaning the blade after use, applying a light coat of oil to prevent rust, and storing it in a dry place. This care ensures the blade's longevity and keeps it sharp.