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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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Musashi katana shown with metal tsuba, black scabbard, and ray skin handle wrapped in black cord. The black hardwood scabbard has an high quality piano paint finish and the 1060 carbon steel blade point is razor sharp. The glossy black scabbard has a black hanging cord just beneath the metal tsuba.
Musashi Carbon Steel Katana
$163.99
30322 Musashi Carbon Steel Katana USD 49 Musashi Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 163.99
United Cutlery universal faux leather shoulder harness shown with two straps on the front and a back strap. The fully adjustable, black faux leather shoulder harness is shown with a sword strapped in across a man’s back. A zoomed view of one of the front straps of the shoulder harness holding the sword in place.
Universal Shoulder Harness Sheath
$29.99
14044 Universal Shoulder Harness Sheath USD 50 United Cutlery CL2 Category L2 29.99
Musha Black Shirasaya has a glossy black hardwood handle with matching scabbard and a full-tang carbon steel blade. The glossy black hardwood handle of the shirasaya matches perfectly with the glossy black hardwood scabbard.
Musha Black Shirasaya Bushido Sword
$70.99
30293 Black Shirasaya Musha Bushido Sword USD 51 TrueSwords Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 70.99
The friend you need when the Zombie Apocalypse happens because everyone knows that a katana is the best weapon again the Undead The 40 1/2” overall katana slides smoothly into a wooden scabbard with a black, textured finish and a green biohazard logo The wooden handle is traditionally wrapped in neon cord and the square tsuba is black with a green biohazard logo The wooden handle is traditionally wrapped in neon cord and the square tsuba is black with a green biohazard logo The sword has a sharp, 27” carbon steel blade with a black finish with green silk painting and “Zombie Hunter” in white
Zombie Hunter Green Katana
$52.99
49496 Zombie Hunter Green Katana And Scabbard - Carbon Steel Blade, Wooden Handle, Metal Tsuba - Length 40 1/2” USD 52 BUDK Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 52.99
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The mark of a Samurai was the set of weapons which he carried and went into war with - katana, wakizashi and tanto The decorative, antique white lacquered wooden scabbards feature one-of-a-kind artwork portraying a Chinese dragon Each sword has a black 1045 carbon steel blade with display edges and a faux ray skin and black cord-wrapped handle Each sword has a metal alloy tsuba with a dragon design Each sword has a black 1045 carbon steel blade with display edges and a faux ray skin and black cord-wrapped handle
Kojiro Black Dragon Sword Set
Price reduced from $96.99 to $54.97 Save 43%
49451 Kojiro Black Dragon Three-Piece Sword Set USD 42.02 53 TrueSwords Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 54.97
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The Kojiro Brownwood Shirasaya Sword and scabbard The blade and the handle of the sword The blade of the shirasaya shown The shirasaya in its sheath
Kojiro Brownwood Shirasaya Sword
Price reduced from $105.99 to $65.70 Save 38%
50887 Kojiro Brownwood Shirasaya Sword & Scabbard USD 40.29 54 TrueSwords Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 65.70
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 $139.98 Save 13%
50454 Shinwa Blood Moon Tachi Sword | 1045 high carbon steel | 28 1/2” blade | 38” overall USD 20.01 55 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 139.98
Highlander Dragon Katana
$79.99
38391 Highlander Open Mouth Dragon Katana with Black Lacquered Saya - 1045 High Carbon Steel Blade - Battle Ready USD 56 BUDK Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 79.99
Red Dragon Imperial Samurai Sword Set with three swords all have red coordinating scabbards and fit on a wooden display. Each samurai sword has its own red wooden scabbard with dragon design down the side and red hanging cord. Detailed view of the cast tsuba with dragon design just beneath the red cord wrapped handle.
Red Dragon Samurai Sword Set with Stand
$85.99
30115 Red Dragon Three Piece Imperial Samurai Sword Collection With Stand USD 57 BUDK Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Sword Sets CL2 Category L2 85.99
showing sword on display stand Close up of guard and sword Dimenson shot of sword and scabbard Sword and scabbard held in hand Close up of pommel and handle
Kojiro Amberwood Chokuto Shirasaya
$104.99
52696 Kojiro Amberwood Chokuto Shirasaya USD 58 TrueSwords New CL2 Category L2 104.99
This Navy Officer Sword makes a distinguished presentation award for distinguished service or an excellent display piece for an office The 39 3/10” overall sword slides smoothly into a black wooden scabbard with polished brass accents It has a clay-tempered 27 9/10”, razor-sharp T10 steel blade, which extends from a decorative, polished brass habaki and tsuba
Japanese Type 98 Gunto Officer's Katana Sword 39"
$371.99
48809 WWII Japanese Type 98 Gunto Officer's Katana Sword And Scabbard - T10 Carbon Steel Blade, Clay-Tempered Genuine Rayskin, Brass Pommel And Guard - Length 39 3/10” USD 59 BUDK Swords Japanese Swords T10 Steel Swords CL2 Category L2 371.99
Musha Samurai sword shown with burgundy scabbard, brass habaki, cast guard, and 1045 carbon steel blade.
Musha Hand Forged Samurai Sword with Burgundy Scabbard
$86.99
30816 Musha Hand Forged Samurai Sword with Burgundy Scabbard USD 60 TrueSwords Swords Japanese Swords Handmade Swords CL2 Category L2 86.99
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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.