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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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155 Results
Tomahawk Black Emperor katana shown with black lacquered scabbard, ray skin handle with black cord wrap, and black tsuba. Zoomed view of the black-coated tsuba and black imitation ray skin handle wrapped with black nylon cord. The black scabbard for the katana has a black hanging cord, matching the black nylon cord wrapping the handle.
Emperor Katana Sword With Scabbard
$39.99 - $49.99
XL1544 Emperor Katana Sword With Scabbard USD 97 Tomahawk Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2
Musha Hand-Forged Japanese Military Sword
$99.99
36727 Musha Hand-Forged Japanese Military Sword USD 98 TrueSwords Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 99.99
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 99 Musashi Swords Japanese Swords T10 Steel Swords CL2 Category L2 272.99
The Sokojikara Water Buffalo God Katana was hand-forged and clay-tempered to give it both strength and flexibility The 40” overall katana slides smoothly into a matte black scabbard, accented with brown cord-wrap to match the handle It has an antiqued brass, round tsuba with an intricately detailed water buffalo god design
Sokojikara Water Buffalo God Katana and Scabbard
$179.98 Price reduced from $296.99 to
50226 Sokojikara Water Buffalo God Katana and Scabbard USD 117.01 100 Sokojikara Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 179.98
The Kojiro Night Watch Three-Piece Sword Set gives you the full daisho of a Samurai warrior, which is a katana, wakizashi and tanto Each sword has a black painted, wooden scabbard with a black cord and leather sword hanger and a wooden display stand is included The handles are traditionally wrapped in faux ray skin and black cord and the blades are razor-sharp carbon steel
Kojiro Night Watch Three-Piece Sword Set And Display Stand
$52.98 Price reduced from $99.99 to
49763 Kojiro Night Watch Three-Piece Sword Set And Display Stand - Carbon Steel Blade, Hardwood Handle, Faux Ray Skin, Metal Alloy Fittings USD 47.01 101 TrueSwords Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Sword Sets CL2 Category L2 52.98
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 102 Musashi Swords Japanese Swords Handmade Swords CL2 Category L2 159.99
Purple Samurai Warrior Sword shown with open side scabbard and purple cord wrapped handle on colorful background. Zoomed view of the floral-like tsuba in front of a full view of the Samurai sword in the open side scabbard. The scabbard has an opening on the side to showcase the Japanese inscription and the handle has plum colored cord wrap.
Samurai Open Scabbard Sword
$36.98 Price reduced from $50.99 to
30221 Purple Samurai Warrior Sword With Open Scabbard USD 14.01 103 BUDK Swords Fantasy Swords Anime Swords CL2 Category L2 36.98
Musha Hand-forged Blue Damascus Samurai Sword
$114.99
36728 Musha Hand-forged Blue Damascus Samurai Sword USD 104 TrueSwords Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 114.99
Sokojikara Joker Katana With Scabbard - T10 Clay Tempered Steel Blade, Genuine Black Rayskin, Brass Fittings -Length 39 1/4” Sokojikara Joker Katana With Scabbard - T10 Clay Tempered Steel Blade, Genuine Black Rayskin, Brass Fittings -Length 39 1/4” Sokojikara Joker Katana With Scabbard - T10 Clay Tempered Steel Blade, Genuine Black Rayskin, Brass Fittings -Length 39 1/4” Sokojikara Joker Katana With Scabbard - T10 Clay Tempered Steel Blade, Genuine Black Rayskin, Brass Fittings -Length 39 1/4” Sokojikara Joker Katana With Scabbard - T10 Clay Tempered Steel Blade, Genuine Black Rayskin, Brass Fittings -Length 39 1/4” Sokojikara Joker Katana With Scabbard - T10 Clay Tempered Steel Blade, Genuine Black Rayskin, Brass Fittings -Length 39 1/4” Sokojikara Joker Katana With Scabbard - T10 Clay Tempered Steel Blade, Genuine Black Rayskin, Brass Fittings -Length 39 1/4”
Sokojikara Joker Katana with Scabbard
$169.98 Price reduced from $196.99 to
46976 Sokojikara Joker Katana with Scabbard USD 27.01 105 Sokojikara Swords Japanese Swords T10 Steel Swords CL2 Category L2 169.98
Musashi katana with black glossy scabbard, steel tsuba, and ray skin handle wrapped with cord. The glossy black scabbard is shown next to a zoomed view of the 1060 high carbon steel blade of the katana. The brass colored habaki compliments the steel tsuba.
Musashi Black Polished Ryoushi Katana Sword
$163.99
30327 Black Polished Ryoushi Musashi Katana Sword USD 106 Musashi Swords Japanese Swords Handmade Swords CL2 Category L2 163.99
Shinwa SatinSting shirasaya with white hardwood handle next to matching white scabbard. The shirasaya seamlessly blends into the white scabbard adjacent to zoomed view of the black Damascus steel blade tip. Detailed view of the white hand lacquered hardwood handle. “Shinwa” logo on the black Damascus steel blade of the shirasaya. Ornate red box with leather handle houses the shirasaya. Zoomed view of the tip of the black Damascus steel blade. Zoomed view of the end of the white hand lacquered shirasaya handle.
Shinwa Handmade Shirasaya
$110.98 Price reduced from $152.99 to
26031 Shinwa SatinSting Handmade Shirasaya | 29” Damascus steel blade | 40” overall USD 42.01 107 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 110.98
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
$144.99
30335 Musashi 1060 Carbon Steel Clay Tempered Katana Sword USD 108 Musashi Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 144.99
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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.