What display stand size is needed for an o-katana?
Updated Feb 2026
An o-katana in its saya has an overall length of approximately 105 to 130 centimeters, depending on the specific blade length and handle dimensions. Standard katana display stands are typically sized for overall lengths up to 115 to 120 centimeters, which accommodates the shorter end of the o-katana range. For o-katana on the longer end - 125 to 130 centimeters overall - you may need either a wider stand with a longer peg span or a wall-mount system with adjustable bracket positions that can be set for the sword's specific length and balance point. Before purchasing a display stand for an o-katana, measure the specific sword's overall length in its saya and verify that the stand's peg span and tier dimensions can accommodate it. A stand that is slightly undersized for the sword will display it with the tip unsupported past the outer peg, which is not ideal for long-term display of a heavy sword. A wall mount with two adjustable bracket positions is the most adaptable solution for o-katana at any length.