1. Home
  2. Swords
  3. Japanese Swords

Japanese Swords

Japanese Swords

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.


155 Results
155 Results
Musashi katana shown beside red glossy scabbard with detailed shots of the cord wrapped handle and antique-finished tsuba. The red hand-painted scabbard shown with katana inside between zoomed shots of the pommel and blade point. Just beneath the antique finished tsuba is a brass habaki.
Musashi Clay Tempered 1060 Carbon Steel Katana Sword
$131.99
30330 Musashi Clay Tempered 1060 Carbon Steel Katana Sword USD 145 Musashi Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 131.99
The Shinwa Royal Defender Katana's tsuba, scabbard, blade and full length The sword's handle, upper blade and scabbard Two views of the purple, cord-wrapped handle
Shinwa Royal Defender Katana And Scabbard
$69.99
50432 Shinwa Royal Defender Katana | 28" Blade | 38 1/2" Overall Length | Faux Rayskin & Cord-Wrapped Handle | Lacquered Wooden Scabbard With Cloth Bag USD 146 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 69.99
Shinwa Imperial Dragon katana shown from various views, including detailed shot of metal tsuba, red scabbard, and black cord wrapped handle. Hand-lacquered red scabbard features a mother-of-pearl dragon design on the side. The handle is made from white genuine ray skin with black braided cord around it and brass menuki. Detailed view of the mother-of-pearl dragon on the side of the red scabbard. Close view of the brass menuki on the white ray skin handle with black braided cord. Closeup of the metal tsuba with circular, floral type design.
Shinwa Imperial Dragon Handmade Katana
$189.98 Price reduced from $325.99 to
17682 Shinwa Imperial Dragon Handmade Katana | 28 3/4” Damascus steel blade | 40” overall USD 136.01 147 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 189.98
Sokojikara Pearl Zen Katana shown with bright red cord wrapping on the handle and scabbard and cast tsuba. The side of the black glossy scabbard has a mother of pearl dragon design inlay, just beneath the bright red hanging cord. The brass tsuba has a dragon design just beneath the bright red cord wrap of the handle. A brass menuki is featured on the black ray skin handle with red cord wrap. The pommel has an ornate dragon design. The brass tsuba has a swirling dragon design. A bright red hanging cord is tied around the glossy black scabbard.
Sokojikara Pearl Zen Handmade Katana / Samurai Sword - Hand Forged, Clay Tempered 1045 Carbon Steel - Mother of Pearl Dragon Inlay - Ray Skin; Brass Tsuba - Functional, Full Tang, Battle Ready
$178.98 Price reduced from $269.99 to
31031 Sokojikara Pearl Zen Handmade Katana / Samurai Sword - Hand Forged, Clay Tempered 1045 Carbon Steel - Mother of Pearl Dragon Inlay - Ray Skin; Brass Tsuba - Functional, Full Tang, Battle Ready USD 91.01 148 Sokojikara Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 178.98
Painstakingly handcrafted sword, using only the finest materials for spectacular visual allure and tremendous potency The 40” overall katana slides smoothly into a black, lacquered scabbard, accented with teal cord-wrap to match the handle It has an antiqued brass, pommel with an intricately detailed standing crane and river design The hardwood handle is wrapped in genuine gold-colored rayskin and teal cord and there’s an engraved brass habaki The 40” overall katana slides smoothly into a black, lacquered scabbard, accented with teal cord-wrap to match the handle The sword has a hand-forged, 29” clay-tempered 1095 carbon steel blade that’s razor-sharp and perfectly balanced It has an antiqued brass, square tsuba with an intricately detailed standing crane and river design
Sokojikara Standing Crane Katana and Scabbard
$296.99
50222 Sokojikara Standing Crane Katana and Scabbard USD 149 Sokojikara Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 296.99
Musha katana shown with ornate brass tsuba and pommel and alongside a glossy black scabbard. The hardwood scabbard is shown between the brass pommel and point of the Damascus steel blade. The brass habaki is shown in detail with the Damascus steel blade.
Musha Hand Forged Damascus Steel Katana Sword With Scabbard
$217.99
30312 Hand Forged Musha Damascus Steel Katana Sword With Scabbard USD 150 TrueSwords Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 217.99
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
$137.99
49971 Shinwa Midnight Bamboo Katana And Scabbard USD 151 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 137.99
Musashi Whirlwind Katana from various views with detailed looks at the tsuba, handle and black scabbard. The steel tsuba and pommel has swirling wind designs and the black scabbard has a black hanging cord.
Musashi Whirlwind Carbon Steel Katana Sword
$163.99
30315 Whirlwind Musashi Carbon Steel Katana Sword USD 152 Musashi Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 163.99
Different views of the Shinwa White Emperor Samurai Short Sword A view of the decoration on the blade The handle and the blade shown with the display stand
Shinwa Samurai Short Sword
$114.98 Price reduced from $193.99 to
50910 Shinwa White Emperor Samurai Short Sword | 20 1/2” carbon steel blade | 30” overall USD 79.01 153 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 114.98
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
$155.99
29833 Shinwa Green Dragon Black Damascus Shirasaya Sword USD 154 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Other Japanese Swords CL2 Category L2 155.99
A striking, display-worthy yet functional sword, the Red Dragon Katana makes a great piece to start your own sword collection
Red Dragon Katana
$19.98 Price reduced from $39.99 to
49902 Red Dragon Katana And Scabbard - Carbon Steel Blade, Cord-Wrapped Handle, Faux Rayskin, Metal Tsuba - Length 37 1/4” USD 20.01 155 BUDK Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 19.98

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.