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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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Different views of the Shikoto Tiger Wood Katana A close-up of the tsuba and blade A view of the blade, scabbard and handle
Shikoto Tigerwood Katana and Scabbard
$499.99
50666 Shikoto Tigerwood Katana and Scabbard USD 85 Shikoto Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL1 Category 499.99
The Honshu Boshin Midnight Forge is 40 13/16” in overall length The double-edged sword slides smoothly into its black wooden sheath The Honshu Boshin Midnight Forge Double-Edged Katana has a 1060 high carbon steel blade with a black finish
Honshu Boshin Midnight Forge Double-Edged Katana
$166.99
50240 Honshu Boshin Midnight Forge Double-Edged Katana USD 86 Honshu Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL1 Category 166.99
Sokojikara Shadow Grove Katana shown with detailed views of the floral tsuba and bamboo accents on pommel and scabbard. The glossy black scabbard has a bright green bamboo design on the side with brown hanging cord. Detailed view of the white genuine ray skin handle wrapped in brown cord with menuki. The scabbard has a braided brown hanging cord wrapped around it. Cast tsuba shown with brass-like coloring and floral design just above the brass habaki. The pommel has a bamboo leaf design just above the brown cord wrapped handle. Zoomed view of the cast tsuba with floral and bamboo pattern. The handle has bamboo detailing just beneath the brown cord wrapping, above the tsuba.
Sokojikara Shadow Grove Katana
$647.99
31018 Sokojikara Shadow Grove Handmade Katana / Samurai Sword - 1065 High Carbon Steel, Hand Forged, Clay Tempered - Genuine Ray Skin; Brass Tsuba - Functional, Full Tang, Battle Ready USD 87 Sokojikara Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL1 Category 647.99
Sokojikara Kitsune Katana shown next to wine-red wooden scabbard and with iron tsuba. Wine-red wooden scabbard with brown hanging cord shown with sword inside. The white genuine ray skin handle is wrapped brown cord and has a gold colored menuki. Detailed view of the iron tsuba with branch detailing. Zoomed view of the gold colored menuki beneath the brown cord wrapping of the handle. The brown cord wrapping the handle is pulled through the katana’s pommel. Detailed look at the speckled wine-red hardwood scabbard with brown hanging cord. Just beneath the iron tsuba is a gold colored habaki.
Sokojikara Kitsune Handmade Katana
$312.98 Price reduced from $545.99 to
36507 Sokojikara Kitsune Handmade Katana / Samurai Sword USD 233.01 88 Sokojikara Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL1 Category 312.98
Different views of the Shinwa Regal Makaku Sword Set The two swords displayed on the stand The two swords shown in full length The monkey themed tsuba of the katana
Shinwa Regal Makaku Sword Set
$362.67 Price reduced from $402.97 to
51845 Shinwa Regal Makaku Sword Set USD 40.30 89 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL1 Category 362.67
Shinwa Blue Knight katana shown from various views, with detailed look at ornate guard, detailed pommel and black lacquered scabbard. Black lacquered scabbard shown with blue hanging cord that matches the blue cord wrapping the handle adjacent to close up of blade point. The unique cast tsuba has sharp angles. The handle is faux ray skin with blue cord wrapping and traditional menuki and mekugi. A blue hanging cord is wrapped around the black scabbard. The pommel, just above the blue cord wrapped handle, is ornate intricate line designs. “Shinwa” is on the blade, beneath the dark blade collar.
Shinwa Blue Knight Handmade Samurai Sword
$167.98 Price reduced from $275.99 to
17666 Shinwa Blue Knight Handmade Samurai Sword | 27 1/2” Damascus steel blade | 40” overall USD 108.01 90 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Handmade Swords CL1 Category 167.98
Shinwa Regal Wakizashi shown with black scabbard, brown cord wrapped handle, and intricate cast tsuba. The black hand-lacquered hardwood scabbard as a glossy sheen, offset with tan cord. The Damascus steel blade with Shinwa logo is shown on top of a Samurai warrior display. Zoomed view of the monkey design on the cast tsuba. The black scabbard has a tan hanging cord. The black genuine ray skin handle is wrapped in tan braided cord. A dragon menuki peaks out from behind the tan cord wrapped handle. Closeup view of the monkey design of the tsuba.
Shinwa Regal Makaku Wakizashi
$148.99
29829 Shinwa Regal Makaku Wakizashi | 21” Damascus steel blade | 29 1/4" overall USD 91 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Handmade Swords CL1 Category 148.99
Musashi Woven Bamboo Samurai Sword
$272.99
36735 Musashi Woven Bamboo Samurai Sword - Hand-Forged USD 92 Musashi Swords Japanese Swords T10 Steel Swords CL1 Category 272.99
Musashi Clay Tempered Katana shown next to black scabbard with detailed views of the antique finished tsuba and ray skin handle. The black scabbard has a black hanging cord and both the pommel and tsuba has an antique finish. Zoomed view of the hanging cord on the scabbard and brass colored habaki of the katana.
Musashi Clay Tempered Katana Sword
$147.99 Price reduced from $163.99 to
30323 Samurai Musashi Clay Tempered Katana Sword USD 16.00 93 Musashi Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL1 Category 147.99
Shinwa ScarletFang Shirasaya Sword has a red lacquered hardwood handle, shown atop ornate display box. The red lacquered scabbard matches the red hardwood handle and “Shinwa” logo is on the black Damascus steel blade. The shirasaya sword and scabbard seamlessly fit together with both vibrant red lacquered handle and scabbard. A brass habaki can be found just beneath the red hardwood handle of the shirasaya. Detailed look at the silky smooth appearance of the red lacquered hardwood handle. Zoomed view of the brass habaki above the “Shinwa” logo on the black Damascus steel handle. The black Damascus steel blade shown in detail with distinct color pattern. The black Damascus steel blade shown sliding into the red lacquered scabbard atop a bamboo mat.
Shinwa ScarletFang Handmade Shirasaya
$154.98 Price reduced from $228.99 to
20688 Shinwa ScarletFang Handmade Shirasaya / Samurai Sword USD 74.01 94 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Handmade Swords CL1 Category 154.98
Musashi Bushin Sword
$272.99
36736 Musashi Bushin Sword - Hand-Forged, Water-Tempered 1095 Carbon Steel Blade, Genuine Rayskin Wrapped Handle - Length 41 1/2" USD 95 Musashi Swords Japanese Swords T10 Steel Swords CL1 Category 272.99
Sokojikara Falcon Katana shown with ornate tsuba, white scabbard, white cotton wrapped handle, and cleaning kit. The white glossy scabbard is shown between the carbon steel blade point and ray skin handle with menuki. The ray skin handle is wrapped in white cotton with a menuki and circular tsuba with wave and bird designs.
Sokojikara Falcon Katana Clay Tempered Folded Carbon Steel
$335.98 Price reduced from $394.99 to
30286 Sokojikara Falcon Katana Clay Tempered Folded Carbon Steel USD 59.01 96 Sokojikara Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL1 Category 335.98
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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.