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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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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 85 Musashi Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 144.99
Full image of the Honshu Leather Frog by itself and clipped on a backpack with a Honshu sword. Angled image of the Honshu Leather Frog attached to a Honshu sword. Angled image of the Honshu Leather Frog.
Honshu Leather Frog
$16.99
52257 Honshu Leather Frog USD 86 Honshu Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 16.99
Shinwa Unbroken Night katana shown with black lacquered scabbard and detailed view of the cast tsuba. The black lacquered scabbard is shown with black nylon hanging cord and zoomed view of the point of the Damascus steel blade. Detailed view of the cast tsuba with ornate swirl design. The black faux ray skin handle is wrapped in black cord. Zoomed view of the brass dragon menuki under the black cord wrapping of the handle. The black hanging cord of the scabbard matches the black cord of the katana’s handle. The black faux ray skin handle is wrapped in a black nylon cord with brass menuki peaking out.
Shinwa Unbroken Night Handmade Samurai Sword
$66.98 Price reduced from $205.99 to
29828 Shinwa Unbroken Night Handmade Samurai Sword | 28 3/4” black Damascus steel blade | 40 1/4” overall USD 139.01 87 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Handmade Swords CL2 Category L2 66.98
Honshu tactical katana has a carbon steel blade, black handle with brass accents, and cord wrapped black sheath. “Honshu” is printed on the blade beneath the brass tsuba. The black scabbard is wrapped in paracord, matching the lanyard of the katana’s hilt. Honshu Full Tang Tactical Katana Honshu Full Tang Tactical Katana
Honshu Full Tang Tactical Katana
$196.99
27526 Honshu Full Tang Tactical Katana - 1060 high carbon steel, 41" overall USD 88 Honshu Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 196.99
Sokojikara Bambusa Katana shown from various views, with detailed look at the pommel with lattice design and wood scabbard. The natural wooden scabbard has a brown hanging cord, matching the brown cord wrapping the handle. The white ray skin handle is wrapped in brown cord with brass menuki. The brown cord wrapping of the handle is pulled through the pommel. Detailed view of the brass menuki peaking out from the brown cord wrapping of the handle.
Sokojikara Bambusa Handmade Katana
$225.98 Price reduced from $302.99 to
32333 Sokojikara Bambusa Handmade Katana / Samurai Sword USD 77.01 89 Sokojikara Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 225.98
Shinwa Scarlet Komodo Handmade Tanto / Samurai Short Sword - Hand Forged 1045 Carbon Steel - Mother of Pearl Dragon Inlay; Red Hand Lacquered Hardwood; Shirasaya Mounting - Ninja Stealth - Full Tang Shinwa Scarlet Komodo Handmade Tanto / Samurai Short Sword - Hand Forged 1045 Carbon Steel - Mother of Pearl Dragon Inlay; Red Hand Lacquered Hardwood; Shirasaya Mounting - Ninja Stealth - Full Tang Shinwa Scarlet Komodo Handmade Tanto / Samurai Short Sword - Hand Forged 1045 Carbon Steel - Mother of Pearl Dragon Inlay; Red Hand Lacquered Hardwood; Shirasaya Mounting - Ninja Stealth - Full Tang Shinwa Scarlet Komodo Handmade Tanto / Samurai Short Sword - Hand Forged 1045 Carbon Steel - Mother of Pearl Dragon Inlay; Red Hand Lacquered Hardwood; Shirasaya Mounting - Ninja Stealth - Full Tang Shinwa Scarlet Komodo Handmade Tanto / Samurai Short Sword - Hand Forged 1045 Carbon Steel - Mother of Pearl Dragon Inlay; Red Hand Lacquered Hardwood; Shirasaya Mounting - Ninja Stealth - Full Tang Shinwa Scarlet Komodo Handmade Tanto / Samurai Short Sword - Hand Forged 1045 Carbon Steel - Mother of Pearl Dragon Inlay; Red Hand Lacquered Hardwood; Shirasaya Mounting - Ninja Stealth - Full Tang
Shinwa Scarlet Komodo Handmade Tanto
$126.98 Price reduced from $171.99 to
40966 Shinwa Scarlet Komodo Handmade Tanto / Samurai Short Sword USD 45.01 90 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 126.98
Shinwa Purple Majesty Samurai Sword Shinwa Purple Majesty Samurai Sword Shinwa Purple Majesty Samurai Sword Shinwa Purple Majesty Samurai Sword Shinwa Purple Majesty Samurai Sword
Shinwa Purple Majesty Samurai Sword
$151.98 Price reduced from $182.99 to
40936 Shinwa Purple Majesty Samurai Sword | 1060 high carbon steel | 27 1/2” blade | 39” overall USD 31.01 91 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 151.98
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
$56.98 Price reduced from $99.99 to
51036 Kojiro Ruby Red Katana And Scabbard - S45C Steel Blade, Cord-Wrapped Handle, Faux Rayskin, Iron Tsuba - Length 40 1/2" USD 43.01 92 TrueSwords Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 56.98
K Exclusive Generation Dragon katana shown next to scabbard and detailed view of faux ivory handle with dragon pommel. View from the top of the faux ivory handle with intricate designs and dragon head.
Dragon Legacy Katana Sword
$39.99
19436 Generation Dragon Katana Sword USD 93 BUDK Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 39.99
The Shinwa Mystery Box offers a good value
Shinwa Mystery Box
$99.99
51535 Shinwa Mystery Box USD 94 Shinwa Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 99.99
Royal Blue Dragon Imperial Samurai Sword is a three piece set, shown on black display, with blue scabbard and handle. Each of the three samurai swords has a blue coordinating wooden scabbard with dragon design on the side. The cast tsuba of each of the three samurai swords features a dragon design beneath the blue cord wrapped handle.
Royal Blue Dragon Samurai Sword Set with Stand
$59.99
30114 Royal Blue Dragon Three Piece Imperial Samurai Sword Collection With Stand USD 95 BUDK Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Sword Sets CL2 Category L2 59.99
Musha Black Shirasaya has a glossy black hardwood handle with matching scabbard and a full-tang carbon steel blade. The glossy black hardwood handle of the shirasaya matches perfectly with the glossy black hardwood scabbard.
Musha Black Shirasaya Bushido Sword
$65.99
30293 Black Shirasaya Musha Bushido Sword USD 96 TrueSwords Swords Japanese Swords Japanese Katanas CL2 Category L2 65.99
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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.