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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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Shinwa Shirasaya shown with sword laid next to the black lacquered scabbard and with detailed view of the blade. The black lacquered hardwood handle seamlessly fits with the coordinating scabbard. Zoomed view of the glossy black hardwood handle, brass habaki, and hand-forged carbon steel tempered blade. Shinwa Sleek Black Shirasaya Sword
Shinwa Sleek Black Shirasaya Sword
$68.98 Price reduced from $102.99 to
32200 Shinwa Sleek Black Shirasaya Sword | carbon steel | 28” blade | 40 1/2" overall USD 34.01 61 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 68.98
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
$186.99
11329 Japanese Odachi Sword USD 62 TrueSwords Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 186.99
Musashi katana shown from various views with red glossy scabbard and dragon tsuba. The katana measures 39 3/4" and is housed inside a glossy hand-painted red scabbard. The white genuine ray skin handle is wrapped with black cord and has a menuki.
Musashi 1060 Carbon Steel Hand Forged Katana Sword
$147.99 Price reduced from $162.99 to
30334 1060 Carbon Steel Hand Forged Musashi Katana Sword USD 15.00 63 Musashi Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 147.99
Shikoto Tigerwood Wakizashi shown on a stand with brown tigerwood handle, matching scabbard, and T10 carbon steel blade. Detailed view of the matching tigerwood on both the scabbard and handle of the Shikoto Tigerwood Wakizashi. Full view of the Shikoto Tigerwood Wakizashi with T10 carbon steel blade and brown tigerwood handle.
Shikoto Tigerwood Wakizashi
$469.99
51692 Shikoto Tigerwood Wakizashi USD 64 Shikoto Swords Japanese Swords Wakizashi Swords CL2 Category L2 469.99
Musashi Midnight Warrior Katana shown with detailed view of brass tsuba, blue scabbard, blue handle, and display box. The glossy blue katana has a black and blue hanging cord and is shown alongside a detailed view of the blade point. The genuine ray skin handle is wrapped in blue cotton cord with a menuki.
Musashi Midnight Warrior Katana Clay Tempered Carbon Steel
$279.99
30287 Musashi Midnight Warrior Katana Clay Tempered Folded Carbon Steel USD 65 Musashi Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 279.99
Kojiro Splintered Sky Katana Splintered Sky Katana close up Kojiro Sky Katana Specifications Splintered Sky Katana in scabbard
Kojiro Splintered Sky Katana
$194.99
51517 Kojiro Splintered Sky Katana | Black Splatter Scabbard USD 66 TrueSwords Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 194.99
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
$282.98 Price reduced from $359.99 to
17678 Shinwa Colossus Yoru Handmade Odachi | 36” blade | 60” overall USD 77.01 67 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Handmade Swords CL2 Category L2 282.98
Full image of the Honshu Leather Frog by itself and clipped on a backpack with a Honshu sword. Angled image of the Honshu Leather Frog attached to a Honshu sword. Angled image of the Honshu Leather Frog.
Honshu Leather Frog
$19.99
52257 Honshu Leather Frog USD 68 Honshu Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 19.99
The Shinwa Mystery Box offers a good value
Shinwa Mystery Box
$362.99 Price reduced from $402.96 to
51535 Shinwa Mystery Box USD 39.97 69 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 362.99
Three Tomahawk Brand Japanese swords shown side-by-side with detailed view of dragon pommel and guard. The wooden sheaths of the katana, wakizashi, and tanto have ornate designs and cord wrappings, matching the swords’ hilts The detailing of the sheath is shown next to an ornate knife and letter opener with gold and blue accenting with another view of the dragon tsuba.
3 Pc. Red Oda Nabunga Samurai Ninja Sword Set
$108.98 Price reduced from $186.99 to
15098 3 Pc. Red Oda Nabunga Samurai Ninja Sword Set USD 78.01 70 Tomahawk Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Sword Sets CL2 Category L2 108.98
Different views of the Sokojikara Blü-Fyre Katana The katana in its scabbard A close-up of the tsuba
Sokojikara Blü-Fyre Katana and Scabbard
$169.99
51218 Sokojikara Blü-Fyre Katana and Scabbard USD 71 Sokojikara Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 169.99
The Shinwa Samurai Tachi Sword in and out of its scabbard The katana in its scabbard A view of the handle, blade and scabbard
Shinwa Tachi 1045 Carbon Sword
$93.98 Price reduced from $208.99 to
50702 Shinwa Samurai Tachi Sword | 1045 high carbon steel | 28 1/2” blade | 38” overall USD 115.01 72 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 93.98
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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.