Japanese Katanas

Japanese Katanas

At TrueSwords.com, we proudly offer a stunning collection of Japanese Katanas, each meticulously crafted to embody the spirit and tradition of the samurai. Explore our selection, including masterfully crafted blades like the Shinwa Black Knight Katana, the Sokojikara Shuilong Katana, the Kojiro Kraken Katana and more! Experience the power, elegance, and precision of our Japanese Katanas at TrueSwords.com, and find the perfect blade to suit your style and passion.


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140 Results
Honshu Boshin Katana With Scabbard - Steel, TPR Handle, Steel Guard And Pommel - Length 40 3/4” Honshu Boshin Damascus Katana With Scabbard - Damascus Steel, TPR Handle, Steel Guard And Pommel - Length 40 3/4” Honshu Boshin Damascus Katana With Scabbard - Damascus Steel, TPR Handle, Steel Guard And Pommel - Length 40 3/4” Honshu Boshin Damascus Katana With Scabbard - Damascus Steel, TPR Handle, Steel Guard And Pommel - Length 40 3/4” Honshu Boshin Damascus Katana With Scabbard - Damascus Steel, TPR Handle, Steel Guard And Pommel - Length 40 3/4” Honshu Boshin Damascus Katana With Scabbard - Damascus Steel, TPR Handle, Steel Guard And Pommel - Length 40 3/4” Honshu Boshin Damascus Katana With Scabbard - Damascus Steel, TPR Handle, Steel Guard And Pommel - Length 40 3/4”
Honshu Boshin Katana
$169.99 - $259.99
KATA Honshu Boshin Damascus Katana USD 13 Honshu Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL1 Category
Three Shinwa samurai swords with black cord wrapped handles laid atop an open red display box. The katana, wakizashi, and tanto of the set laid side-by-side with detailed view of the black tsuba and showing swords on wooden display. The three sword scabbards are maroon with natural pearl dragon design on the side. All three swords have a white ray skin handle with black cord wrapped around it and brass menuki and have a wooden display. Shinwa Pearl Maroon Samurai Sword Set
Shinwa Pearl Maroon Samurai Sword Set
Price reduced from $679.99 to NOW $479.98 You Save 29%
17683 Shinwa Pearl Maroon Samurai Sword Set | 1060 carbon steel USD 200.01 14 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Other Japanese Swords CL2 Category L2 479.98
This Navy Officer Sword makes a distinguished presentation award for distinguished service or an excellent display piece for an office The 39 3/10” overall sword slides smoothly into a black wooden scabbard with polished brass accents It has a clay-tempered 27 9/10”, razor-sharp T10 steel blade, which extends from a decorative, polished brass habaki and tsuba
Japanese Type 98 Gunto Officer's Katana Sword 39"
$371.99
48809 WWII Japanese Type 98 Gunto Officer's Katana Sword And Scabbard - T10 Carbon Steel Blade, Clay-Tempered Genuine Rayskin, Brass Pommel And Guard - Length 39 3/10” USD 15 BUDK Swords Japanese Swords T10 Steel Swords CL2 Category L2 371.99
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
$377.99
30287 Musashi Midnight Warrior Katana Clay Tempered Folded Carbon Steel USD 16 Musashi Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 377.99
It has proven itself time and again, and it holds its own against any of today’s most expensive katana, outperforming many The 40” overall katana slides smoothly into a black lacquered, wooden scabbard with black cord-wrap accents The hardwood handle is traditionally wrapped in cord-wrap over faux rayskin and the biohazard-style, cast tsuba is black
Shinwa Black Knight Katana
Price reduced from $254.99 to NOW $176.98 You Save 31%
49754 Shinwa Black Knight Katana | 27 1/2” full-tang black Damascus steel blade | 40" overall USD 78.01 17 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 176.98
Shinwa SilkSting shirasaya sword shown with unique black Damascus steel blade and black scabbard. The sword fits seamlessly into the scabbard, with black handle that matches the scabbard exterior. “Shinwa” is engraved onto the black Damascus steel of the blade. The black Damascus blade slides seamlessly into the black scabbard. The hardwood handle has a black hand-lacquered finish.
Shinwa Handmade Shirasaya Sword
$154.98 - $157.98
SSBD Shinwa Handmade Shirasaya | Sword USD 18 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Handmade Swords CL2 Category L2
Painstakingly handcrafted sword, using only the finest materials for spectacular visual allure and tremendous potency The 40” overall katana slides smoothly into a black, lacquered scabbard, accented with black cord-wrap to match the handle It has an antiqued brass, square tsuba with an intricately detailed Samurai and Chinese dragon design The 40” overall katana slides smoothly into a black, lacquered scabbard, accented with black cord-wrap to match the handle The sword has a hand-forged, 29” clay-tempered 1095 carbon steel blade that’s razor-sharp and perfectly balanced It has an antiqued brass, square tsuba with an intricately detailed Samurai and Chinese dragon design and a pommel to match
Sokojikara Mystic Battle Katana and Scabbard
Price reduced from $417.99 to NOW $314.98 You Save 25%
50224 Sokojikara Mystic Battle Katana and Scabbard USD 103.01 19 Sokojikara Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 314.98
Honshu wakizashi sword with black and brass handle shown in front of other weapons on tatami mats. Zoomed view of the 1060 high-carbon steel blade point and brass guard and blade collar above the “Honshu” logo on the blade. Textured black handle of the wakizashi shown outside leaned up against black wood. Wakizashi shown with steel blade, black textured handle, and brass accents. The black scabbard features paracord wrapping, matching the paracord lanyard on the sword handle.
Honshu Wakizashi Sword
$229.99
25346 Honshu Wakizashi Sword USD 20 Honshu Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 229.99
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
Price reduced from $359.99 to NOW $282.98 You Save 21%
17678 Shinwa Colossus Yoru Handmade Odachi | 36” blade | 60” overall USD 77.01 21 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Handmade Swords CL2 Category L2 282.98
Shikoto Rurousha handmade katana shown with cast tsuba, wooden scabbard wrapped in leather to match the leather wrapped handle. The lacquered wooden scabbard is shown with mottled color scheme and leather wrapping. Zoomed view of the cast tsuba just beneath the leather wrapping of the handle. The handle is wrapped with genuine leather for grip. The scabbard has a black hanging cord wrapped around an ornamental piece that matches the brown leather wrapping of the handle. Kanji is engraved into the Damascus steel blade, just below the brass habaki. The handle is wrapped in genuine brown leather.
Shikoto Rurousha Handmade Katana / Samurai Sword
Price reduced from $458.99 to NOW $259.98 You Save 43%
14244 Shikoto Rurousha Handmade Katana / Samurai Sword USD 199.01 22 Shikoto Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 259.98
A three piece katana sword set displayed on wooden stand and shows a zoomed view of black dragon handguard with brass habaki Shinwa 3 japanese swords encased in separate scabbards with handles wrapped in faux ray skin and black nylon cord Shinwa black 3 piece japanese sword set displayed on a black lacquered wooden stand Close view of faux rayskin handle wrapped with a black ito extracted from scabbard showing damascus steel and dragon tsuba Zoomed view of faux rayskin handle wrapped with a black nylon cord extended from dragon handguard Zoomed view of black nylon wrapped hilt and etched pommel with accents of gold Close view of hand forged black damascus steel with a razor sharp blade and tip
Shinwa Black Knight 3-Piece Sword and Stand Set
Price reduced from $429.99 to NOW $265.98 You Save 38%
40689 Shinwa Black Knight 3-Piece Sword and Stand Set | 40” katana | 31” wakizashi | 22” tanto USD 164.01 23 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 265.98
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 NOW $65.70 You Save 38%
50887 Kojiro Brownwood Shirasaya Sword & Scabbard USD 40.29 24 TrueSwords Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL1 Category 65.70
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JAPANESE KATANA FAQS  

  • What is a katana?
    The katana is a Japanese sword used by Samurai, an aristocratic warrior class in feudal Japan. It has a curved, single-edged blade that is slender and a square or circular guard. The handle is long and traditionally wrapped in rayskin and then a "braid" of silk or cotton. The blade is sheathed in a scabbard, which is traditionally made of lacquered wood. This weapon was used for slashing and stabbing motions in combat, not necessarily for blocking or clashing.
  • What should I look for when buying a katana?
    The first thing that needs to be considered is whether the sword is for display or functional use. Are you looking for a sword to use or just as a decorative item to wear or display? Once you decide on the purpose, you can explore various designs and ornamentation to find one that fits your personality, style, and budget.
  • What is that wavy line running down my blade?
    Also known as the hamon, it’s the visual divide between the harder and softer metal of the blade. A katana’s blade needs to have a harder edge for retention and a softer spine for flexibility. This is achieved by having the two parts of the blade cool at different speeds during the forging process.
  • How do I take care of my katana?
    Having a regular cleaning routine is key to maintaining your katana. You can purchase a traditional sword cleaning kit that contains everything you need. There are three steps: removing oil, polishing the blade, and oiling the blade. Using a sheet of rice paper from the kit or a soft cotton cloth, remove any oil from the previous maintenance. Tap the powder ball lightly against the blade about every two inches along its length. Use a fresh piece of rice paper to rub the powder over the blade, polishing it until both sides are polished and the powder is removed. Apply a few drops of oil along the blade on each side and spread it evenly with a fresh piece of rice paper.
  • What’s the difference between a katana and a wakizashi?
    Samurai warriors typically carried two swords as part of their dress. The katana was their primary weapon for battle, while the wakizashi was used for close-quarters combat. The wakizashi is built like the katana but is shorter in length, serving as a companion sword.