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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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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
$110.98 Price reduced from $152.99 to
20688 Shinwa ScarletFang Handmade Shirasaya / Samurai Sword USD 42.01 133 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Handmade Swords CL2 Category L2 110.98
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Shinwa Sunset Samurai Tachi Sword
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40908 Shinwa Sunset Samurai Tachi Sword | 1045 high carbon steel | 28 1/2” blade | 38” overall USD 16.01 134 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 82.98
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
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30334 1060 Carbon Steel Hand Forged Musashi Katana Sword USD 10.00 135 Musashi Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 134.99
The Kojiro Daisho Sword Set is an eye-catching triple sword collection just begging to be displayed in your home or office The red wooden scabbards have gold-painted artwork, and each has a white cord and faux leather sword hanger The set also comes with a high-quality, black wooden display stand The decorative tsubas, pommels and the habakis are all gold-colored metal alloy, along with the accents on the scabbards The red wooden scabbards have gold-painted artwork, and each has a white cord and faux leather sword hanger Each sword in the set has a razor-sharp, carbon steel blade and a faux rayskin and cord-wrapped wooden handle
Kojiro Imperial Red Daisho Sword Set
$64.98 Price reduced from $89.99 to
49764 Kojiro Imperial Red Daisho Sword Set And Stand - Carbon Steel Blades, Wooden Handles, Faux Rayskin, Includes Scabbards USD 25.01 136 TrueSwords Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Sword Sets CL2 Category L2 64.98
Sokojikara Pearl Zen Katana shown with bright red cord wrapping on the handle and scabbard and cast tsuba. The side of the black glossy scabbard has a mother of pearl dragon design inlay, just beneath the bright red hanging cord. The brass tsuba has a dragon design just beneath the bright red cord wrap of the handle. A brass menuki is featured on the black ray skin handle with red cord wrap. The pommel has an ornate dragon design. The brass tsuba has a swirling dragon design. A bright red hanging cord is tied around the glossy black scabbard.
Sokojikara Pearl Zen Handmade Katana / Samurai Sword - Hand Forged, Clay Tempered 1045 Carbon Steel - Mother of Pearl Dragon Inlay - Ray Skin; Brass Tsuba - Functional, Full Tang, Battle Ready
$178.98 Price reduced from $269.99 to
31031 Sokojikara Pearl Zen Handmade Katana / Samurai Sword - Hand Forged, Clay Tempered 1045 Carbon Steel - Mother of Pearl Dragon Inlay - Ray Skin; Brass Tsuba - Functional, Full Tang, Battle Ready USD 91.01 137 Sokojikara Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 178.98
Painstakingly handcrafted sword, using only the finest materials for spectacular visual allure and tremendous potency The 40” overall katana slides smoothly into a blue, lacquered scabbard, accented with black and blue cord-wrap The hardwood handle is wrapped in genuine black rayskin and blue cord and there’s an engraved brass habaki
Sokojikara Elephant God Katana And Scabbard
$296.99
50225 Sokojikara Elephant God Katana And Scabbard - 1095 Carbon Steel Blade, Clay-Tempered, Genuine Rayskin - Length 40” USD 138 Sokojikara Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 296.99
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
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49754 Shinwa Black Knight Katana | 27 1/2” full-tang black Damascus steel blade | 40" overall USD 51.01 139 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 125.98
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
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30286 Sokojikara Falcon Katana Clay Tempered Folded Carbon Steel USD 26.01 140 Sokojikara Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 236.98
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 teal cord-wrap to match the handle It has an antiqued brass, pommel with an intricately detailed standing crane and river design The hardwood handle is wrapped in genuine gold-colored rayskin and teal cord and there’s an engraved brass habaki The 40” overall katana slides smoothly into a black, lacquered scabbard, accented with teal 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 standing crane and river design
Sokojikara Standing Crane Katana and Scabbard
$296.99
50222 Sokojikara Standing Crane Katana and Scabbard USD 141 Sokojikara Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 296.99
Different views of the Kojiro Red Emperor Katana A view of the Kojiro Red Emperor Katana on and off of its display stand Two different views of the handle
Kojiro Red Emperor Katana And Scabbard With Stand
$57.98 Price reduced from $87.99 to
50833 Kojiro Red Emperor Katana And Scabbard With Stand - 1045 Carbon Steel Blade, Faux Rayskin, PU Wrap, Metal Alloy Tsuba USD 30.01 142 TrueSwords Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 57.98
Musha Samurai sword shown with burgundy scabbard, brass habaki, cast guard, and 1045 carbon steel blade.
Musha Hand Forged Samurai Sword with Burgundy Scabbard
$79.99
30816 Musha Hand Forged Samurai Sword with Burgundy Scabbard USD 143 TrueSwords Swords Japanese Swords Handmade Swords CL2 Category L2 79.99
The Shinwa Royal Defender Katana's tsuba, scabbard, blade and full length The sword's handle, upper blade and scabbard Two views of the purple, cord-wrapped handle
Shinwa Royal Defender Katana And Scabbard
$69.99
50432 Shinwa Royal Defender Katana And Scabbard USD 144 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 69.99
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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.