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Traditional Japanese Katana

Explore our traditional Japanese katana collection - hand-forged Japanese katana built to classical construction standards across T10, Damascus, Manganese Steel, 1045, and 1060 carbon steel with full-tang assembly, featuring the historical blade configurations, handle materials, and aesthetic proportions of the traditional samurai sword. Traditional Japanese katana prioritize authenticity of form and construction over contemporary color treatments. Free US shipping and hassle-free returns included.

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T10 Clay Tempered Katana with Red Hardwood Saya - Real Hamon, Tiger Alloy Tsuba
T10 Clay Tempered Katana With Red Hardwood Saya - Real Hamon, Tiger Alloy Tsuba
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679.00 USD
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Handmade Japanese Katana Sword With Purple Blade And Red Scabbard
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword With Purple Blade And Red Scabbard
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129.00 USD
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Handmade Shirasaya Katana Damascus Steel With Red Blade Without Tsuba
Handmade Shirasaya Katana Damascus Steel With Red Blade Without Tsuba
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209.00 USD
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Handmade Japanese Sword 1060 Carbon Steel With Laser Engraving Blade
Handmade Japanese Sword 1060 Carbon Steel With Laser Engraving Blade
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159.00 USD
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Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword Damascus Steel Full Tang
Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword Damascus Steel Full Tang
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169.00 USD
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Handmade Japanese Katana Sword 1045 Carbon Steel Full Tang
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword 1045 Carbon Steel Full Tang
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139.00 USD
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Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword High Manganese Steel With Black Scabbard
Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword High Manganese Steel With Black Scabbard
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159.00 USD
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Handmade Japanese Katana Sword 1065 Carbon Steel With Black Blade
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword 1065 Carbon Steel With Black Blade
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169.00 USD
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Premium Damascus Steel Japanese Katana - Black Piano Lacquer Saya, Gold Alloy Tsuba, Full Tang
Premium Damascus Steel Japanese Katana - Black Piano Lacquer Saya, Gold Alloy Tsuba, Full Tang
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819.00 USD
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High-performance Japanese Samurai Sword Real Hamon
High-performance Japanese Samurai Sword Real Hamon
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349.00 USD
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Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword With Silver Saya
Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword With Silver Saya
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229.00 USD
Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword With Black And Purple Scabbard
Handmade Japanese Samurai Sword With Black And Purple Scabbard
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129.00 USD
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Handmade Japanese Katana Sword With Purple Scabbard
Handmade Japanese Katana Sword With Purple Scabbard
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289.00 USD
T10 Clay Tempered Japanese Katana with Real Hamon - Red Lacquer Saya, Copper Tsuba, Full Tang
T10 Clay Tempered Japanese Katana With Real Hamon - Red Lacquer Saya, Copper Tsuba, Full Tang
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989.00 USD
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Frequently Asked Questions

What characteristics define a traditional Japanese katana configuration?
A traditional Japanese katana is defined by adherence to the historical form and materials of the Edo period samurai sword. Key characteristics include: natural-material scabbard construction, typically black or brown lacquered wood rather than synthetic materials; same-gawa ray skin handle wrap under the traditional ito cord wrapping; tsuba guard in period-appropriate designs - circular or squared iron with traditional motifs rather than elaborate colored or novelty designs; blade proportions consistent with historical katana - nagasa blade length of 68-73 cm, appropriate curvature, and kissaki tip geometry in either ko-kissaki or chu-kissaki format. The overall aesthetic impression should reference the historical object rather than introduce contemporary design elements. A T10 clay-tempered piece with natural wood scabbard and a hamon is the most complete expression of the traditional configuration.
What steel grades are most appropriate for a traditional Japanese katana?
T10 carbon steel is the most appropriate grade for a traditional Japanese katana because of its exceptional response to differential clay tempering - the process that produces the hamon temper line that is the primary craft marker of classical Japanese sword construction. T10's fine grain structure produces the clearest and most active hamon patterns, with visible nie crystals in the temper boundary zone that closely approximate the appearance of historical nihonto. 1095 carbon steel is a strong second choice, also producing good hamon quality in clay-tempered configurations. 1045 and 1060 carbon steel in natural-wood scabbard configurations provide the traditional visual aesthetic at accessible tiers. Damascus steel in natural-wood scabbard creates an interesting combination of the fold-forged layered pattern with a traditional exterior presentation.
How does a traditional katana differ from a contemporary styled katana?
A traditional katana and a contemporary styled katana represent two different approaches to what a Japanese sword collectible can be. A traditional katana stays close to historical construction and aesthetic standards: natural wood and lacquer scabbard, conventional metallic blade with hamon if clay-tempered, earth-toned or black ito wrapping, and period-appropriate fittings. The piece reads as a reference to the historical samurai sword in both material and form. A contemporary styled katana may use the same blade format but introduces elements that have no historical precedent: vivid color blade treatments, blue or red lacquer, dramatic tsuba designs, or material combinations that prioritize visual impact over historical authenticity. Both can be excellent collectibles - the distinction is one of collecting direction rather than quality. Traditional pieces are chosen by collectors who want a direct historical reference; contemporary pieces are chosen for visual distinctiveness.
What is the significance of the natural wood scabbard in traditional katana construction?
The natural wood scabbard is one of the most important traditional katana components because it represents the historical material of Japanese scabbard construction across all periods. The honoki - a specific Japanese magnolia wood used historically - provides the ideal balance of light weight, close-grained texture, and consistent density for scabbard construction. The wood is shaped and fitted precisely to the blade and typically finished with lacquer for protection and aesthetic completion. In the traditional configuration, the fit between blade and scabbard is precise enough that the blade is retained by friction rather than any mechanical catch. The lacquered natural wood scabbard also creates a distinctive weight and sound when the sword is resheathed - the soft click of blade meeting lacquered wood is part of the physical experience of handling a traditional katana that distinguishes it from plastic or synthetic scabbard materials.

Customer Reviews

Darlene Heitman Missouri, United States
Feb 12, 2026 16:59

Excellent customer service! Couldn’t be happier with our purchase!

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Christopher Wolanski Idaho, United States
Dec 24, 2025 16:09

Love true katana swords. Very well made. Recommend all day long.

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James Robert Hamilton Texas, United States
Dec 06, 2025 12:05

It is as described accept the tsuba is bright gold and fairly cheap looking. Otherwise it’s a decent sword as looks go.

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Manuel Sequeira Lisboa E Vale Do Tejo, Portugal
Nov 11, 2025 00:42

Top Sword, handle 4/5, had minor proble3m with FedEx, but overall 5/5 because sword is very good.

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Raymond Bower Washington, United States
Mar 13, 2025 06:59

This was a present for my sons 21st birthday! He LOVED it. The prize was amazing, the process fast and easy and was delivered so quick!! Thank you!

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Alexandru Ștefan Ialomita, Romania
Jan 10, 2025 13:19

It’s my first sword and I’m really satisfied with its quality. The materials look premium, the handle feels good and the balance is nice although I haven’t cut anything with it apart from some paper. It’s not as sharp as I would have wished it to be and it has a little chip on the apex, which may have occurred from transportation or from sheathing/unsheathing, but nothing that can’t be fixed with a little patience and sharpening. Regarding transportation and sheath; the package was simple, foam wrapped in tape, the sheath and handle were wrapped in plastic, BUT, the blade was coated probably with an anti corrosion oil and wrapped in a plastic foil; the sheath feels a bit on the big side as the blade kinda wobbles inside from left to right and sheathing/unsheathing leaves chips of wood on the apex.r
I love the pattern on the blade.r
All in all, I’m really satisfied with it as a first purchase, and I’m really curious and excited about buying a tamahagane blade in the future.

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Dana Macdonald Pennsylvania, United States
Dec 25, 2024 12:09

Christmas present for my son that I ordered like 5 days before Christmas. It came Christmas eve and came wrapped in Styrofoam and taped good no damage to sword or anything all in all will order again but this time for me. My son loves it.

Handmade Japanese Katana Sword 1065 Carbon Steel With Black Blade Handmade Japanese Katana Sword 1065 Carbon Steel With Black Blade
Spencer Organ Connecticut, United States
Dec 25, 2024 12:04

Amazing. Came in before xmas and was well received!

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