
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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Customer Reviews
Order was great. One of the sheaths did have a crack in it but thats ok.
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1045 Carbon Steel Tanto Sword with Black Matte Hardwood Saya and Gold Alloy Tsuba - Full Tang Japanese Short Sword |
I thought my product was made in Japan… Looks like made in China… good thing blade sharp display doesn’t look bad except handle has wood piece that’s light brown that doesn’t match black they could’ve dyed it. Def worth more around $50-$90 not $150. The little wood part on sword handle bothers me they should’ve dyed it black to blend it in. Other than that honestly it’s just okay and don’t think it was worth the $150
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T10 Clay Tempered Tanto Sword with Real Hamon in Red Saya - Gold Floral Tsuba Collectible |
Exceeded expectations, quality materials and workmanship
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Shirasaya Tanto T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel with Real Hamon in Natural Rosewood Saya |
My second blade bought from True Katana and I am very happy with both. Sharp and beautiful to look at.r
Highly recommend
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Shirasaya Tanto T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel with Real Hamon in Natural Rosewood Saya |
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.
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Damascus Steel Tanto with Blue Saya - Gold Alloy Tsuba, Black Cord Handle, Purple Gem Accent |
its my first one, not the only one. i love good for decoration
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Shirasaya Tanto T10 Folded Clay Tempered Steel with Real Hamon in Natural Rosewood Saya |
Fantastic design and blade! Beautiful color as well! Love the feel of it! Definitely will be getting more!
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Ghost of Tsushima Tanto - Jin Sakai Short Sword Replica, 1065 Carbon Steel, Blue Blade |
I love it, the knot on the handle came off but is was no big deal easy fix, haven't used it a lot but is still sharp!!
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1045 Carbon Steel Tanto Sword with Black Matte Hardwood Saya and Gold Alloy Tsuba - Full Tang Japanese Short Sword |




















