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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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Full image of the Shinwa Hand Forged Dragon's Embrace Katana with its included scabbard on a sword stand. Full image of the Hand Forged Dragon's Embrace Katana and scabbard with part of the sword out of the scabbard. Details and features of the Hand Forged Dragon's Embrace Katana. Close up image of the Dragon's Embrace Katana's pommel and handle. Close up image of the tsuba on the Katana.
Shinwa Hand Forged Dragon's Embrace Katana
$117.99
51340 Shinwa Hand Forged Dragon's Embrace Katana USD 73 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 117.99
Various views of the Musashi katana with black glossy scabbard, cast dragon tsuba, and ray skin handle. The hardwood scabbard is shown with a glossy black finish between detailed shots of the katana pommel and blade point. The white ray skin handle is wrapped in black cord and has a brass menuki.
Musashi Carbon Steel Clay Tempered Katana Sword
$178.99
30335 Musashi 1060 Carbon Steel Clay Tempered Katana Sword USD 74 Musashi Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 178.99
Ghost Katana 3-Piece Carbon Steel Sword Set with Display Stand Ghost Katana 3-Piece Carbon Steel Sword Set with Display Stand Ghost Katana 3-Piece Carbon Steel Sword Set with Display Stand Ghost Katana 3-Piece Carbon Steel Sword Set with Display Stand Ghost Katana 3-Piece Carbon Steel Sword Set with Display Stand
Ghost Katana Carbon Steel Sword Set & Display Stand
$96.99
37239 Ghost Katana 3-Piece Carbon Steel Sword Set with Display Stand USD 75 BUDK Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 96.99
Inspired by a historical movie franchise weapon, Sokojikara’s The Bride’s Sword has all the details that you’re looking for The 28 1/2” 1095 carbon steel blade has the requisite Japanese lion etched on it just below the brass habaki The hardwood handle is wrapped in white rayskin and intricately braided black cord over a leaf-shaped silver metal menuki
Sokojikara The Bride’s Sword and Scabbard
$272.99
50587 Sokojikara The Bride’s Sword and Scabbard USD 76 Sokojikara Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 272.99
40" Musashi Natural Wood Shirasaya Japanese Samurai Katana Sword Ninja Bushido 40" Musashi Natural Wood Shirasaya Japanese Samurai Katana Sword Ninja Bushido 40" Musashi Natural Wood Shirasaya Japanese Samurai Katana Sword Ninja Bushido 40" Musashi Natural Wood Shirasaya Japanese Samurai Katana Sword Ninja Bushido 40" Musashi Natural Wood Shirasaya Japanese Samurai Katana Sword Ninja Bushido
Musashi Natural Wood Shirasaya
$39.99
45608 Musashi Natural Wood Shirasaya USD 77 BUDK Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 39.99
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 $324.98 Save 27%
51219 Sokojikara Hammered-Work Katana and Scabbard USD 119.01 78 Sokojikara Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 324.98
Sokojikara Scorn Handmade Katana shown from different angles The sword secured in its wooden scabbard The decorative tsuba The handle is cord-wrapped A close-up view of the decorative menuki The pommel and handle
Sokojikara Scorn Handmade Katana
Price reduced from $460.99 to $280.98 Save 39%
36510 Sokojikara Scorn Handmade Katana / Samurai Sword USD 180.01 79 Sokojikara Swords Japanese Swords T10 Steel Swords CL2 Category L2 280.98
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Shikoto Eternal Edge Wakizashi with Scabbard Close up of hamon line on wakizashi. Closeup of wrapped handle.
Shikoto Eternal Edge Wakizashi
Price reduced from $339.99 to $288.60 Save 15%
52504 Shikoto Eternal Edge Wakizashi USD 51.39 80 Shikoto Brands Shikoto Swords - Damascus Blades & Sword Canes CL2 Category L2 288.60
Highlander Dragon Katana
$79.99
38391 Highlander Open Mouth Dragon Katana with Black Lacquered Saya - 1045 High Carbon Steel Blade - Battle Ready USD 81 BUDK Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 79.99
Shinwa Unbroken Night katana shown with black lacquered scabbard and detailed view of the cast tsuba. The black lacquered scabbard is shown with black nylon hanging cord and zoomed view of the point of the Damascus steel blade. Detailed view of the cast tsuba with ornate swirl design. The black faux ray skin handle is wrapped in black cord. Zoomed view of the brass dragon menuki under the black cord wrapping of the handle. The black hanging cord of the scabbard matches the black cord of the katana’s handle. The black faux ray skin handle is wrapped in a black nylon cord with brass menuki peaking out.
Shinwa Unbroken Night Handmade Samurai Sword
Price reduced from $298.99 to $93.98 Save 69%
29828 Shinwa Unbroken Night Handmade Samurai Sword | 28 3/4” black Damascus steel blade | 40 1/4” overall USD 205.01 82 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Handmade Swords CL2 Category L2 93.98
Zoomed view of Shinwa makaku katana with handle wrapped in tan sageo and Damascus steel blade. The black hardwood scabbard has a tan cord that matches the tan wrapping of the katana handle. Different views of the katana including a detailed view of the cast monkey tsuba, black hardwood scabbard, and tan cord wrapped handle. Closeup of cast tsuba with monkey detail. Detailed view of the tan hanging cord wrapped around the black scabbard. Zoomed view of the Damascus steel blade, showing the intricate patterning. The tan cord of the handle wraps through the pommel of the katana. Zoomed view of the tan cord wrapping the genuine ray skin handle with menuki.
Shinwa Makaku Katana
$201.99
17676 Shinwa Makaku Katana | 28 1/2” Damascus steel blade | 39 1/2” overall USD 83 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Other Japanese Swords CL2 Category L2 201.99
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
Price reduced from $102.99 to $68.98 Save 33%
32200 Shinwa Sleek Black Shirasaya Sword | carbon steel | 28” blade | 40 1/2" overall USD 34.01 84 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 68.98
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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.