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Traditional Japanese Tanto

Explore our Traditional Japanese Tanto collection, the comprehensive selection of short blades honoring established Japanese design principles. Every tanto here follows the time-honored construction and aesthetic conventions of authentic Japanese sword making — no modern themes, no fantasy elements, just classical Japanese blade craft. Free U.S. shipping and 30-day return guarantee.

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Shirasaya Tanto T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel with Real Hamon in Natural Rosewood Saya
Shirasaya Tanto T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel With Real Hamon In Natural Rosewood Saya
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149.00 USD
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Was: 179.00 USD
T10 Carbon Steel Shirasaya Tanto with Real Rayskin Saya - Full Tang Hamon Blade
T10 Carbon Steel Shirasaya Tanto With Real Rayskin Saya - Full Tang Hamon Blade
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689.00 USD
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Was: 859.00 USD
Clay Tempered T10 Steel Tanto with Real Hamon in Dark Blue Dragon Saya - Gold Alloy Wave Tsuba
Clay Tempered T10 Steel Tanto With Real Hamon In Dark Blue Dragon Saya - Gold Alloy Wave Tsuba
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319.00 USD
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Was: 399.00 USD
Handmade Full Tang Japanese Tanto Sword With Blue Manganese Steel Blade
Handmade Full Tang Japanese Tanto Sword With Blue Manganese Steel Blade
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129.00 USD
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Was: 189.00 USD
Handmade Full Tang Japanese Tanto Sword T10 Carbon Steel With Black Scabbard
Handmade Full Tang Japanese Tanto Sword T10 Carbon Steel With Black Scabbard
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159.00 USD
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Was: 229.00 USD
Handmade Full Tang Tanto Sword 1095 Carbon Steel With Blue Blade
Handmade Full Tang Tanto Sword 1095 Carbon Steel With Blue Blade
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169.00 USD
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Was: 239.00 USD
Manganese Steel Tanto Sword with Dark Blue Ito Wrap in Black Piano Lacquer Saya - Full Tang Collectible
1090 Carbon Steel Tanto with Red Piano-Lacquer Saya - White Ito Gold Alloy Fittings
1090 Carbon Steel Tanto With Red Piano-lacquer Saya - White Ito Gold Alloy Fittings
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109.00 USD
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Was: 139.00 USD
T10 Folded Clay Tempered Tanto Sword with Real Hamon in Brown Ito and Kanji-Carved Leather Saya
T10 Folded Clay Tempered Tanto Sword With Real Hamon In Brown Ito And Kanji-carved Leather Saya
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179.00 USD
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Was: 209.00 USD
Double Edge Tanto in Folded Red Pattern Steel with Bronze Beast Guard and Ebony Saya
Double Edge Tanto In Folded Red Pattern Steel With Bronze Beast Guard And Ebony Saya
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159.00 USD
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Was: 189.00 USD
Hamidashi Tanto T10 Clay Tempered Steel with Engraved Geometric Hamon in Rosewood Saya
Hamidashi Tanto T10 Clay Tempered Steel With Engraved Geometric Hamon In Rosewood Saya
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149.00 USD
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Was: 179.00 USD
T10 Clay Tempered Shirasaya Tanto with Real Hamon in Natural Rosewood Saya - Aikuchi Collectible
T10 Clay Tempered Shirasaya Tanto With Real Hamon In Natural Rosewood Saya - Aikuchi Collectible
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149.00 USD
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Was: 179.00 USD
Handmade Full-tang T10 Carbon Steel Tanto Sword
Handmade Full-tang T10 Carbon Steel Tanto Sword
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459.00 USD
Handcrafted Tanto With Folded Melaleuca Steel Blade
Handcrafted Tanto With Folded Melaleuca Steel Blade
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309.00 USD
Handmade Japanese Tanto Sword With Black Saya
Handmade Japanese Tanto Sword With Black Saya
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629.00 USD
Handmade Japanese Tanto Sword Pattern Steel
Handmade Japanese Tanto Sword Pattern Steel
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389.00 USD
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Frequently Asked Questions

How does this differ from Traditional Tanto?
This is the expanded collection covering all traditionally designed tanto. Traditional Tanto is a curated subset. Both follow the same classical Japanese aesthetic standards.
What defines traditional Japanese tanto design?
Period-appropriate fittings, natural material palettes, established tsuba patterns, and construction methods that follow centuries of Japanese sword-making conventions.
Are traditional tanto available in all steels?
Yes. Traditional aesthetic applies to every steel grade. The design convention is independent of material choice.
Can I build a full traditional collection?
Yes. Our traditional and authentic collections span katana, wakizashi, and tanto, allowing a complete classically styled display.

Customer Reviews

Jim Gilbert New York, United States
Feb 24, 2026 13:07

My second blade bought from True Katana and I am very happy with both. Sharp and beautiful to look at.r
Highly recommend

Shirasaya Tanto T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel with Real Hamon in Natural Rosewood Saya Shirasaya Tanto T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel with Real Hamon in Natural Rosewood Saya
Jim Gilbert New York, United States
Feb 24, 2026 13:06

What a beautiful blade.r
I am not an expert sword collector, but the blade is beautiful, sharp and makes me smile every time I handle it.

Damascus Steel Tanto with Blue Saya - Gold Alloy Tsuba, Black Cord Handle, Purple Gem Accent Damascus Steel Tanto with Blue Saya - Gold Alloy Tsuba, Black Cord Handle, Purple Gem Accent
Markeisha Boyd North Carolina, United States
Feb 15, 2026 15:42

My boyfriend loved the short katana the weight was pleasing unexpected and now wants to order a long.

1045 Carbon Steel Tanto Sword with Black Matte Hardwood Saya and Bronze Alloy Oval Tsuba - Full Tang 1045 Carbon Steel Tanto Sword with Black Matte Hardwood Saya and Bronze Alloy Oval Tsuba - Full Tang
Goraan Petrovic Croatiahr, Croatia
Feb 13, 2026 11:30

I am pleasantly surprised by your friendliness and service. I will definitely buy another blade in the future.

Clay Tempered T10 Steel Tanto with Real Hamon in Dark Blue Dragon Saya - Gold Alloy Wave Tsuba Clay Tempered T10 Steel Tanto with Real Hamon in Dark Blue Dragon Saya - Gold Alloy Wave Tsuba
Arvin Rogelio Castillo Gonzalez Utah, United States
Feb 12, 2026 20:56

its my first one, not the only one. i love good for decoration

Shirasaya Tanto T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel with Real Hamon in Natural Rosewood Saya Shirasaya Tanto T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel with Real Hamon in Natural Rosewood Saya
Cody Kochanski Wisconsin, United States
Feb 12, 2026 14:29

True Katana never ceases to amaze me with the quality each blade I purchase, I can’t wait to purchase more!

Double Edge Tanto in Folded Red Pattern Steel with Bronze Beast Guard and Ebony Saya Double Edge Tanto in Folded Red Pattern Steel with Bronze Beast Guard and Ebony Saya
Jack Collins Georgia, United States
Feb 12, 2026 12:03

Very quick delivery. This is the second blade I’ve ordered and both have been fantastic. My one complaint with the recent one is that the sheath doesn’t fit snug and falls off if turned upside down.

1045 Carbon Steel Tanto Sword with Black Matte Hardwood Saya and Bronze Alloy Oval Tsuba - Full Tang 1045 Carbon Steel Tanto Sword with Black Matte Hardwood Saya and Bronze Alloy Oval Tsuba - Full Tang
Jason Mcconnell Queensland, Australia
Jan 16, 2026 17:50

Heavy, balanced and display worthy. An awesome piece.

T10 Clay Tempered Shirasaya Tanto with Real Hamon in Natural Rosewood Saya - Aikuchi Collectible T10 Clay Tempered Shirasaya Tanto with Real Hamon in Natural Rosewood Saya - Aikuchi Collectible