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Bushido Tanto

Discover our Bushido Tanto collection, featuring compact blades that embody the warrior code of bushido — the way of the warrior. These tanto reference the philosophical and ethical framework that guided the samurai class, with design elements and construction quality reflecting the bushido principles of honor, discipline, loyalty, and martial excellence. Free U.S. shipping and 30-day return guarantee.

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Handmade Japanese Tanto Sword With Black Blade And Scabbard
Handmade Japanese Tanto Sword With Black Blade And Scabbard
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169.00 USD
Handmade Japanese Tanto Sword Real Hamon
Handmade Japanese Tanto Sword Real Hamon
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Handmade Japanese Shirasaya Tanto Sword Pattern Steel With Black Scabbard
Handmade Japanese Shirasaya Tanto Sword Pattern Steel With Black Scabbard
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Handmade Tanto Sword High Manganese Steel With Black Blade
Handmade Tanto Sword High Manganese Steel With Black Blade
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Handmade Japanese Hamidashi Tanto Sword With Red Blade
Handmade Japanese Hamidashi Tanto Sword With Red Blade
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Handmade Japanese Pocket Tanto Knife Full Tang With Copper Scabbard
Handmade Japanese Pocket Tanto Knife Full Tang With Copper Scabbard
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Handmade Japanese Pocket Tanto Knife Full Tang
Handmade Japanese Pocket Tanto Knife Full Tang
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Handmade Pattern Steel Plum Blossom Theme Short Japanese Aikuchi Pocket Tanto Knife
Handmade Pattern Steel Plum Blossom Theme Short Japanese Aikuchi Pocket Tanto Knife
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Handmade Straight Japanese Tanto Sword High Manganese Steel
Handmade Straight Japanese Tanto Sword High Manganese Steel
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Handmade Japanese Tanto Sword With Blue Blade And Black Scabbard
Handmade Japanese Tanto Sword With Blue Blade And Black Scabbard
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Handmade Japanese Hamidashi Tanto Sword With Blue Blade And Brown Scabbard
Handmade Japanese Hamidashi Tanto Sword With Blue Blade And Brown Scabbard
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Handmade High Manganese Steel Red Blade Japanese Hamidashi Tanto Sword With Black Leather Scabbard
Handmade High Manganese Steel Red Blade Japanese Hamidashi Tanto Sword With Black Leather Scabbard
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Handmade High Manganese Steel Real Japanese Hamidashi Tanto Sword With Red Scabbard
Handmade High Manganese Steel Real Japanese Hamidashi Tanto Sword With Red Scabbard
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Handmade Japanese Tanto Sword With White Leather Scabbard
Handmade Japanese Tanto Sword With White Leather Scabbard
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Handmade Japanese Tanto Sword Damascus Steel
Handmade Japanese Tanto Sword Damascus Steel
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219.00 USD
Handmade Japanese Tanto Sword Full Tang
Handmade Japanese Tanto Sword Full Tang
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Short Straight Sword, Handmade Hamidashi Tanto Sword High Manganese Steel With Blue Blade
Short Straight Sword, Handmade Hamidashi Tanto Sword High Manganese Steel With Blue Blade
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Handmade Japanese Tanto Sword Full Tang With Black Blade
Handmade Japanese Tanto Sword Full Tang With Black Blade
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Handmade Pattern Steel Full Tang Real Japanese Tanto Sword With Black Scabbard
Handmade Pattern Steel Full Tang Real Japanese Tanto Sword With Black Scabbard
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259.00 USD
Handmade Japanese Tanto Sword Damascus Steel Real Hamon
Handmade Japanese Tanto Sword Damascus Steel Real Hamon
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329.00 USD
Handmade Double Edge Tanto Sword Pattern Steel
Handmade Double Edge Tanto Sword Pattern Steel
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339.00 USD
Handmade Japanese Pocket Tanto Knife With Black Rayskin Scabbard
Handmade Japanese Pocket Tanto Knife With Black Rayskin Scabbard
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559.00 USD
Handmade Japanese Tanto Sword Damascus Steel With Red Scabbard
Handmade Japanese Tanto Sword Damascus Steel With Red Scabbard
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459.00 USD
Double Edged Tanto, Handmade Japanese Short Tanto Sword Damascus Steel Fully Copper
Double Edged Tanto, Handmade Japanese Short Tanto Sword Damascus Steel Fully Copper
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Warrior Code Compact — Bushido Philosophy at Tanto Scale

Bushido — the way of the warrior — was the ethical and philosophical code that defined the samurai class of feudal Japan. Its principles included gi (righteousness), yū (courage), jin (benevolence), rei (respect), makoto (honesty), meiryō (honor), and chūgi (loyalty). These values influenced every aspect of samurai life, including the swords they carried. The tanto held special significance within bushido culture as the most personal blade — carried closest to the body, used for the most intimate actions, and reflecting the warrior’s individual character more directly than the katana or wakizashi.

For bushido themes at katana scale, browse Bushido Katana. For samurai-themed blades broadly, visit Samurai Sword. The complete tanto range is at Tanto Sword.

Bushido tanto make meaningful gifts for recipients who value the philosophical dimensions of Japanese warrior culture. The bushido code’s emphasis on personal honor, ethical conduct, and disciplined excellence translates across cultural boundaries as a universal aspiration framework.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is bushido, and how does it relate to the design and significance of Japanese tanto?
Bushido is the ethical code that governed the samurai warrior class of feudal Japan, encompassing principles of honor, courage, loyalty, benevolence, and self-discipline. The tanto held a uniquely personal position within bushido culture. As the smallest blade in the samurai’s collection, the tanto was carried closest to the body and was the last resort in extremity. It was also the blade used for seppuku — the ritual act of self-sacrifice that represented the ultimate expression of bushido’s emphasis on honor above life. This intimate association with the most profound bushido principles — honor maintained through personal sacrifice, courage facing death, loyalty expressed through ultimate commitment — gave the tanto a spiritual and philosophical significance that the larger swords did not carry to the same degree.
What design elements on bushido tanto reflect warrior code values rather than purely decorative choi
Bushido tanto typically feature design elements chosen for their philosophical resonance rather than merely their aesthetic appeal. Fittings may depict symbolic imagery associated with bushido virtues: cherry blossoms for the acceptance of mortality, bamboo for resilient integrity, crane for honorable longevity, and specific clan or family crests (mon) that represent loyalty and lineage. The construction quality itself embodies bushido principles — uncompromising attention to detail reflects the warrior’s disciplined pursuit of excellence. Materials tend toward traditional Japanese conventions rather than modern innovations, reflecting bushido’s respect for established tradition. The overall aesthetic favors refined restraint over ostentatious display, mirroring the bushido value of dignified modesty in personal presentation.
Are bushido tanto appropriate gifts for people outside Japanese culture who admire the warrior code
Bushido tanto translate excellently as gifts across cultural boundaries because the core bushido values — honor, courage, discipline, loyalty, and benevolence — are universally respected virtues that transcend their Japanese cultural origin. Business leaders, military personnel, martial arts practitioners, and anyone who aspires to principled, disciplined living can appreciate a bushido tanto as a symbol of these values. The compact scale makes the gift practical for any recipient, and the philosophical depth adds meaning that purely decorative gifts lack. When presenting a bushido tanto as a gift, briefly sharing the meaning of bushido principles enhances the gift’s significance and creates a lasting association between the physical object and the aspirational values it represents.
How does the philosophical dimension of bushido tanto affect their collector value over time?
Bushido tanto benefit from what might be called philosophical durability — the values they represent never go out of fashion. While design trends and color preferences shift over time, the appeal of honor, courage, and disciplined excellence remains constant across eras and cultures. This gives bushido-themed pieces a collecting stability that purely fashion-driven designs cannot match. Collectors who acquire bushido tanto as reflections of personal values rather than aesthetic preferences tend to maintain strong attachment to these pieces indefinitely. The historical and cultural depth of the bushido theme also provides ongoing intellectual engagement as collectors deepen their understanding of Japanese warrior philosophy through study and conversation.

Customer Reviews

John Ernest Rau Ii Michigan, United States
Feb 13, 2026 12:24

It is amazing and thats coming from a blacksmith it is a great blade i do plan on buying 2 more in the future i am very pleased

Handmade Japanese Hamidashi Tanto Sword T10 Carbon Steel Real Hamon Handmade Japanese Hamidashi Tanto Sword T10 Carbon Steel Real Hamon
Brian Larsen Colorado, United States
Feb 12, 2026 21:01

The Tanto is BEEFY. Like a Crow Bar with a sharp edge. Nicely made T10, clay tempered, glossy black sheath. VERY nice.r
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The Damascus was BEAUTIFUL with an AMAZING Folded Pattern on the blade. SHARP and ready. I like it so much I bought another as a gift for a friend.r
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VERY happy!!!!!!!

Handmade Japanese Hamidashi Tanto Sword T10 Carbon Steel Real Hamon Handmade Japanese Hamidashi Tanto Sword T10 Carbon Steel Real Hamon
Daniel Luhrsen Florida, United States
Feb 12, 2026 16:14

Fantastic design and blade! Beautiful color as well! Love the feel of it! Definitely will be getting more!

Ghost of Tsushima Tanto - Jin Sakai Short Sword Replica, 1065 Carbon Steel, Blue Blade Ghost of Tsushima Tanto - Jin Sakai Short Sword Replica, 1065 Carbon Steel, Blue Blade
William Diamond Texas, United States
Feb 06, 2026 18:40

Great authentic product! Second time buying from TrueKatana.

Handmade Japanese Hamidashi Tanto Sword T10 Carbon Steel Real Hamon Handmade Japanese Hamidashi Tanto Sword T10 Carbon Steel Real Hamon
Michael Kornberger Missouri, United States
Feb 06, 2026 12:34

Love the sword. Beautiful craftsmanship and very fast shipping. Looking forward to buying additional items from this company

Ghost of Tsushima Tanto - Jin Sakai Short Sword Replica, 1065 Carbon Steel, Blue Blade Ghost of Tsushima Tanto - Jin Sakai Short Sword Replica, 1065 Carbon Steel, Blue Blade
Rachel Palmer California, United States
Feb 05, 2026 21:27

Very good quality replica. The blade and tsuba look pretty, and it had very fast shipping. Would consider buying other replicas.

Ghost of Tsushima Tanto - Jin Sakai Short Sword Replica, 1065 Carbon Steel, Blue Blade Ghost of Tsushima Tanto - Jin Sakai Short Sword Replica, 1065 Carbon Steel, Blue Blade
Jaime Lijeron Texas, United States
Feb 01, 2026 16:09

Great product love the level of detail and solid construction

Ghost of Tsushima Tanto - Jin Sakai Short Sword Replica, 1065 Carbon Steel, Blue Blade Ghost of Tsushima Tanto - Jin Sakai Short Sword Replica, 1065 Carbon Steel, Blue Blade
David Boles Georgia, United States
Jan 28, 2026 14:28

The Sword I ordered was a gift for my son that he picked out. I was skeptical since I was unfamiliar with the company. I even tried to get him to wait and do some research before making a purchase, but he said this sword was the one he wanted. The shipping time was reasonable and the quality of the sword was honestly a lot more than I was expecting The blade is solid and the handle is also well made. It is a beautiful sword, my son loves it, and I would definitely order from this company again in the future.

Ghost of Tsushima Tanto - Jin Sakai Short Sword Replica, 1065 Carbon Steel, Blue Blade Ghost of Tsushima Tanto - Jin Sakai Short Sword Replica, 1065 Carbon Steel, Blue Blade
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