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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 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
Price reduced from $178.99 to $157.99 Save 12%
30334 1060 Carbon Steel Hand Forged Musashi Katana Sword USD 21.00 85 Musashi Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 157.99
Shinwa Warrior Katana shown with black scabbard, ornate tsuba, and bright pink cord wrapped handle. Three different views of the cast tsuba and pommel with dragon and scenery artwork. The black scabbard is wrapped with a bright pink hanging cord that matches the pink cord of the handle.
Shinwa Pink Warrior Katana Sword
Price reduced from $236.99 to $169.98 Save 28%
30595 Shinwa Pink Warrior Katana | 28 1/2" Blade | 40 1/4" Overall Length | Ray Skin and Pink Cord Handle | Lacquered Hardwood Sheath USD 67.01 86 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 169.98
The Kojiro Ruby Red Katana with its scabbard and a view of the tsuba The Kojiro katana in its scabbard A view of the handle and pommel A close up view of the scabbard, blade and handle The tsuba of the katana A view of the handle The full-length of the katana shown
Kojiro Ruby Red Katana & Scabbard
Price reduced from $143.99 to $78.98 Save 45%
51036 Kojiro Ruby Red Katana And Scabbard - S45C Steel Blade, Cord-Wrapped Handle, Faux Rayskin, Iron Tsuba - Length 40 1/2" USD 65.01 87 TrueSwords Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 78.98
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.
Shinwa Jade Defender Katana
$86.99
50430 Shinwa Jade Defender Katana | 1045 carbon steel | 28" blade USD 88 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 86.99
40" Musashi Shirasaya Samurai Katana Sword
$39.99
45608 40" Musashi Natural Wood Shirasaya Japanese Samurai Katana Sword Ninja Bushido USD 89 BUDK Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 39.99
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 90 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 117.99
K Exclusive Biohazard Katana shown from various views, with bio hazard symbol guard and black scabbard. The neon green imitation ray skin of the katana handle is wrapped in black cord and has a black chain on the end. The 38” katana has a black scabbard and black cord wrapped handle with neon green imitation ray skin underneath.
Bio Hazard Katana Saber
$45.99
29277 Bio Hazard Katana Sword USD 91 BUDK Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 45.99
Shinwa SilkFang Shirasaya shown with full black Damascus steel blade, black lacquered handle and matching scabbard. The shirasaya handle blends perfectly into the scabbard, both with black hand-lacquered finishes. “Shinwa” logo can be found on the black Damascus steel blade. The black hand-lacquered hardwood handle has a silky smooth look. Zoomed view of the shine of the black hand-lacquered hardwood handle.
Shinwa SilkFang Handmade Shirasaya
Price reduced from $135.99 to $121.98 Save 10%
29823 Shinwa SilkFang Handmade Shirasaya | 27 1/2" Damascus steel blade | 39" overall USD 14.01 92 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Handmade Swords CL2 Category L2 121.98
The Shinwa Mystery Box offers a good value
Shinwa Mystery Box
Price reduced from $402.96 to $362.99 Save 10%
51535 Shinwa Mystery Box USD 39.97 93 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 362.99
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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 94 TrueSwords Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 65.70
Musashi Bamboo Warrior Sword shown with bamboo design steel tsuba, black glossy scabbard and black cord wrapped handle. The hardwood scabbard has a piano paint finish and black hanging cord, complimenting the black cord wrapped handle.
Musashi Bamboo Warrior Carbon Steel Katana Sword
$159.99
30284 Bamboo Warrior Musashi Carbon Steel Katana Sword USD 95 Musashi Swords Japanese Swords Handmade Swords CL2 Category L2 159.99
Sokojikara uses the age-old process of clay tempering, to forge swords that have the perfect balance of strength and flexibility The 40” overall katana slides smoothly into a black, lacquered scabbard, accented with red slashes and black cord-wrap It has an antiqued brass, round tsuba with an intricately detailed demon monk and centipede design
Sokojikara Demon Monk Katana and Scabbard
Price reduced from $409.99 to $246.98 Save 40%
50227 Sokojikara Demon Monk Katana and Scabbard USD 163.01 96 Sokojikara Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 246.98
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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.