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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 Senzo Handmade Tachi / Samurai Sword - 1060 Carbon Steel, Clay Tempered, Hand Forged, Genuine Rayskin - Red Tachi-Style Saya - Fully Functional, Battle Ready - Full Tang - 41" Sokojikara Senzo Handmade Tachi / Samurai Sword - 1060 Carbon Steel, Clay Tempered, Hand Forged, Genuine Rayskin - Red Tachi-Style Saya - Fully Functional, Battle Ready - Full Tang - 41" Sokojikara Senzo Handmade Tachi / Samurai Sword - 1060 Carbon Steel, Clay Tempered, Hand Forged, Genuine Rayskin - Red Tachi-Style Saya - Fully Functional, Battle Ready - Full Tang - 41" Sokojikara Senzo Handmade Tachi / Samurai Sword - 1060 Carbon Steel, Clay Tempered, Hand Forged, Genuine Rayskin - Red Tachi-Style Saya - Fully Functional, Battle Ready - Full Tang - 41" Sokojikara Senzo Handmade Tachi / Samurai Sword - 1060 Carbon Steel, Clay Tempered, Hand Forged, Genuine Rayskin - Red Tachi-Style Saya - Fully Functional, Battle Ready - Full Tang - 41" Sokojikara Senzo Handmade Tachi / Samurai Sword - 1060 Carbon Steel, Clay Tempered, Hand Forged, Genuine Rayskin - Red Tachi-Style Saya - Fully Functional, Battle Ready - Full Tang - 41" Sokojikara Senzo Handmade Tachi / Samurai Sword - 1060 Carbon Steel, Clay Tempered, Hand Forged, Genuine Rayskin - Red Tachi-Style Saya - Fully Functional, Battle Ready - Full Tang - 41" Sokojikara Senzo Handmade Tachi / Samurai Sword - 1060 Carbon Steel, Clay Tempered, Hand Forged, Genuine Rayskin - Red Tachi-Style Saya - Fully Functional, Battle Ready - Full Tang - 41"
Sokojikara Senzo Handmade Tachi
$275.99
40911 Sokojikara Senzo Handmade Tachi / Samurai Sword USD 121 Sokojikara Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 275.99
The Kojiro Daisho Sword Set is an eye-catching triple sword collection just begging to be displayed in your home or office The red wooden scabbards have gold-painted artwork, and each has a white cord and faux leather sword hanger The set also comes with a high-quality, black wooden display stand The decorative tsubas, pommels and the habakis are all gold-colored metal alloy, along with the accents on the scabbards The red wooden scabbards have gold-painted artwork, and each has a white cord and faux leather sword hanger Each sword in the set has a razor-sharp, carbon steel blade and a faux rayskin and cord-wrapped wooden handle
Kojiro Imperial Red Daisho Sword Set
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49764 Kojiro Imperial Red Daisho Sword Set & Stand USD 43.01 122 TrueSwords Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Sword Sets CL2 Category L2 90.98
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The Kojiro Black Tanto Sword, crafted with supreme Samurai style, is ready to be the ultimate back-up weapon to the legendary katana The 17” overall tanto sword fits like a glove in a black, lacquered wooden scabbard with black cord accents This Kojiro has a hair-splitting sharp, 11” 1045 carbon steel blade, which extends from a polished brass habaki and a black metal alloy guard
Kojiro Tanto Sword & Scabbard
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47472 Kojiro Black Tanto Sword & Scabbard USD 21.02 123 TrueSwords Swords Japanese Swords Other Japanese Swords CL2 Category L2 82.97
The Musha Hand-Forged Twin Musashi Katana is 38 3/4” overall The sword comes with a black wooden scabbard The Musha Hand-Forged Twin Musashi Katana has a traditional double-ring tsuba The hardwood handle is wrapped in black, cotton cord with rayskin The sword's blade is sharp, 1045 carbon steel The traditionally wrapped handle has a metal-alloy pommel The Musha Hand-Forged Twin Musashi Katana fits like a glove in its scabbard
Musashi Twin Katana
$109.99
50845 Musha Hand Forged Twin Musashi Katana And Scabbard USD 124 Musashi Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 109.99
The sword with its scabbard The Shinwa Crimson Defender Katana's handle, blade and scabbard The red cord-wrapped handle shown in different positions
Shinwa Crimson Defender Katana
$90.99
50431 Shinwa Crimson Defender Katana USD 125 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 90.99
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Shinwa’s Midnight Bamboo Katana is a masterpiece of design, meticulously hand-forged using ancient, time-honored techniques The 41 1/2” overall katana slides smoothly into a black lacquered scabbard, which has decorative, black cord-wrap The high-quality katana has a 27 3/8”, keenly sharp Damascus steel blade, which extends from a brass habaki It has an expertly cord-wrapped hardwood handle and an intricately crafted bamboo-themed, cast metal alloy tsuba The high-quality katana has a 27 3/8”, keenly sharp Damascus steel blade, which extends from a brass habaki It has an expertly cord-wrapped hardwood handle and an intricately crafted bamboo-themed, cast metal alloy tsuba It has an expertly cord-wrapped hardwood handle and an intricately crafted bamboo-themed, cast metal alloy tsuba
Shinwa Midnight Bamboo Katana And Scabbard
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49971 Shinwa Midnight Bamboo Katana And Scabbard USD 40.02 126 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 160.97
Kojiro White Zombie Slayer Katana Sword and Leather Wrapped Scabbard
$115.99
40907 White Zombie Slayer Katana Sword And Leather Wrapped Scabbard USD 127 TrueSwords Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 115.99
The Musha Hand-Forged Cakraratna Katana has a 1045 high carbon steel blade The katana can be stored in a black lacquered wooden scabbard The black metal alloy tsuba is in the shape of a wheel The Musha Hand-Forged Cakraratna Katana has a traditionally wrapped handle The katana slides smoothly into its black, lacquered scabbard The black cord-wrapped handle has a flat, metal alloy pommel The katana's blade is 1045 high carbon steel
Musha Cakraratna Katana
$109.99
50847 Musha Hand Forged Cakraratna Katana And Scabbard USD 128 TrueSwords Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 109.99
Shinwa shirasaya shown beside scabbard with bright green dragon design on the side and detailed view of the black Damascus steel blade. The shirasaya seamlessly slides into the black lacquered scabbard with ornate green dragon design. Detailed view of the bright green and white dragon design along the side of the black scabbard.
Shinwa Green Dragon Black Damascus Shirasaya Sword
$216.99
29833 Shinwa Green Dragon Black Damascus Shirasaya Sword USD 129 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Other Japanese Swords CL1 Category 216.99
A striking, display-worthy yet functional sword, the Red Dragon Katana makes a great piece to start your own sword collection
Red Dragon Katana
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49902 Red Dragon Katana And Scabbard - Carbon Steel Blade, Cord-Wrapped Handle, Faux Rayskin, Metal Tsuba - Length 37 1/4” USD 26.01 130 BUDK Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL1 Category 30.98

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.