What is a Wakizashi Sword?

A Wakizashi is a traditional Japanese sword, shorter than a katana, typically used by samurai. It was often paired with a katana to form the daisho, a dual-sword set symbolizing the samurai’s status. The Wakizashi was used for close-quarters combat and as a backup sword.

What materials are used to make Wakizashi Swords?

Wakizashi swords are often made from high-quality steel, such as high-carbon or Damascus steel, ensuring sharpness and durability. Handles are typically wrapped in traditional materials like ray skin and cord, with a scabbard (saya) made from wood or lacquered materials.

Is the Wakizashi functional or decorative?

TrueSwords.com offers both functional and decorative Wakizashi swords. Functional swords are made for martial arts practice and cutting exercises, while decorative ones are perfect for display. Be sure to check the product description for specific details.

What maintenance is required for a Wakizashi Sword?

Proper maintenance involves cleaning the blade after use, applying a light coat of oil to prevent rust, and storing the sword in a dry place. Regular sharpening may also be needed if the sword is used for cutting practice.

Wakizashi Swords

Step into the world of traditional Japanese craftsmanship with our Wakizashi Swords collection at TrueSwords.com. Known for their shorter length and versatility, Wakizashi swords were historically paired with katanas to create the iconic daisho, the dual-sword set carried by samurai. Each Wakizashi in our collection is crafted from high-quality materials, such as high-carbon steel and Damascus steel, ensuring durability and sharpness. The shorter blade allows for quicker movements and makes these swords ideal for close-quarter use. Intricately designed handles, often wrapped in ray skin and cord, provide a comfortable grip, while the detailed fittings and scabbards add authenticity to each piece. Explore our collection today and bring home a piece of Japan's legendary sword-making tradition.

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Honshu Boshin Wakizashi shown leaning against various pieces of tactical gear and weapons.

The black wooden scabbard has a black hanging cord.

Detailed view of the black TPR handle and steel guard and pommel with lanyard hole.

Zoomed view of the braided cord and leather wrapping of the black scabbard.

Closeup view of the metal guard and top of the high carbon steel blade.

The black TPD handle is textured for better grip.

The wakizashi measures 34” and has a 1060 high carbon steel blade.

Honshu Boshin Wakizashi

$114.99

Shikoto Tigerwood Wakizashi shown on a stand with brown tigerwood handle, matching scabbard, and T10 carbon steel blade.

Detailed view of the matching tigerwood on both the scabbard and handle of the Shikoto Tigerwood Wakizashi.

Shikoto Tigerwood Wakizashi

$429.99

Shikoto Touchstone Handmade Wakizashi / Samurai Sword - Hand Forged Clay Tempered T10 High Carbon Steel - Ray Skin; Iron Tsuba; Certificate of Authenticity - Functional, Full Tang, Battle Ready

Shikoto Touchstone Wakizashi

$289.99

The Honshu Damascus Sub-hilt Wakizashi comes with a black wooden scabbard

The wakizashi has a 20 3/8” Damascus steel blade

The handle is TPR and the pommel is high carbon steel

Honshu Damascus Sub-hilt Wakizashi

$179.99

Honshu high carbon steel sword with a black tpr textured no slip grip handle

Black and Silver Katana Sword in Black Faux Leather Sheath

Black textured nonslip grip with a silver carbon steel pommel knob that features a lanyard hole

Sword in black braided sheath with an inch of carbon steel blade showing

A high carbon steel blade with a sharp edge

Japanese sword with high carbon steel blade extended from a carbon steel handguard engraved with Honshu

Honshu Sub-Hilt Wakizashi

$103.99

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Whether you’re battling adversaries on land or on sea, the Kraken Wakizashi puts the biting power of the mythic sea monster in your grip

The scabbard also has an adjustable leather shoulder strap so that you can just sling the sword over your shoulder and go

The black metal alloy, tsuba is embossed with a scene featuring the Kraken, the legendary monster of the deep

Kojiro® Kraken Wakizashi With Scabbard - Carbon Steel Blade, Metal Alloy Tsuba, Leather Wrapped Handle - Length 30 1/2”

$79.98 ~~Price reduced from $99.99 to~~

Honshu Boshin HellFyre Damascus Handmade Wakizashi Sword - Hand Forged HellFyre Damascus Steel, Exclusive Metallurgical Process - Full Tang, Modern Tactical - TPR Grip, Wooden Saya - 34"

Honshu Boshin HellFyre Damascus Wakizashi

$179.99

Timber Wolf Full Tang Ninja Sword

$32.99

Shinwa Regal Wakizashi shown with black scabbard, brown cord wrapped handle, and intricate cast tsuba.

The black hand-lacquered hardwood scabbard as a glossy sheen, offset with tan cord.

Zoomed view of the monkey design on the cast tsuba.

The black scabbard has a tan hanging cord.

The black genuine ray skin handle is wrapped in tan braided cord.

A dragon menuki peaks out from behind the tan cord wrapped handle.

Closeup view of the monkey design of the tsuba.

Shinwa Regal Makaku Wakizashi

$113.99

This sleek, tactical looking wakizashi sword was inspired by the rogue, masterless Samurai warriors, who were called Ronin

The wakizashi sword comes housed in a black injection molded sheath and the sword is 27” in overall length

It has a keenly sharp, 17” stainless steel blade with a black finish and a faux rayskin, black nylon cord-wrapped handle

Black Ronin Black Combat Wakizashi Sword And Sheath - Stainless Steel Blade, Cord-Wrapped Handle - Length 27”

$39.99

Honshu wakizashi sword with black and brass handle shown in front of other weapons on tatami mats.

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

$187.99

WAKIZASHI SWORD FAQS

What is a Wakizashi Sword?
A Wakizashi sword, also sometimes spelled wakisashi, is a traditional Japanese sword, shorter than a katana, typically used by samurai. It was often paired with a katana to form the daisho, a dual-sword set symbolizing the samurai’s status in feudal Japan. The Wakizashi was used for close-quarters combat and as a backup sword.
Why would one carry a short samurai sword?
Because the wakizashi sword is shorter and lighter than a katana, and much more nimble than a sword like a no-dachi, it is much more maneuverable and easier to handle, especially in cramped quarters. This short sword might be carried on its own, but it would more likely serve as a sidearm, or a backup weapon to a samurai’s larger katana sword. A short samurai sword like this might also be preferred as a main arm in close-quarters combat. (A wakizashi sword is also longer than a tanto, another short blade sometimes also carried by samurai in feudal Japan.
What materials are used to make Wakizashi Swords?
Wakizashi swords are often made from high-quality steel, such as high-carbon or Damascus steel, ensuring sharpness and durability. Handles are typically wrapped in traditional materials like ray skin and cord, with a scabbard (saya) made from wood or lacquered materials.
Is the Wakizashi functional or decorative?
TrueSwords.com offers both functional and decorative Wakizashi swords. Functional swords are made for martial arts practice and cutting exercises, while decorative ones are perfect for display. Be sure to check the product description for specific details.
What maintenance is required for a Wakizashi Sword?
Proper maintenance involves cleaning the blade after use, applying a light coat of oil to prevent rust, and storing the sword in a dry place. Regular sharpening may also be needed if the sword is used for cutting practice.