Product Details

The blade on this nodachi is forged from T10 carbon steel and hand-finished to reveal a natural hamon line along the edge - the wave-like temper boundary visible in the close-up shots reflects the steel's actual heat treatment rather than an etched imitation. The chrome-toned surface carries a subtle texture across the flat, typical of hand-worked high-carbon steel at this construction tier.

The handle is wrapped in a black-and-white braided ito over a black tsuka core, with two mekugi pins locking the full tang firmly in place. The wrap pattern follows a traditional diamond spacing, and the overall grip length suits the extended reach expected of a Nodachi Samurai Sword of this scale.

The tsuba is one of the most visually detailed components on this piece - cast in a gold-and-black finish with a dense floral and scroll relief pattern. Chrysanthemum-style blooms and curling tendrils fill the plate from edge to center, framed by a ridged border. The black fill between the raised gold elements gives it depth that reads clearly even at a distance.

The saya is finished in black lacquered hardwood, smooth and consistent along its full length. Gold-toned fittings at the koiguchi, kurikata, and kojiri match the tsuba's warm metal tone, while the black-and-white braided sageo ties off at the kurikata with hanging tassels - a detail consistent with traditional koshirae presentation. For more long-blade options in this style, see the Odachi Sword collection.

Overall length is 41 inches with a shipping weight of 6 pounds. The sword ships in a 43 x 4 x 4 inch package. No sword stand is included.

  • Blade forged from T10 carbon steel with a visible hamon line - the distinct temper pattern along the edge reflects the hand-finishing process applied to each sword.
  • Full tang construction runs the entire length of the black handle, secured with mekugi pins for structural integrity throughout the assembly.
  • Gold-and-black flower-themed tsuba features deeply carved floral and scroll relief - a standout accent against the black lacquered hardwood saya.
  • Black-and-white braided sageo wraps the saya in a traditional koshirae style, adding visual contrast to the all-black handle and scabbard ensemble.
  • Gold-toned fittings - including habaki, seppa, and kojiri - run consistently across the mountings, tying the warm metal accents into a cohesive presentation.

Specification

Product Specifications
Item NumberTK-JP-G10155
Primary ColorBlack
Primary MaterialT10 Carbon Steel
Saya ColorBlack
Saya MaterialHardwood Lacquer
Tsuka ColorBlack
Nagasa ColorChrome
Sageo ColorBlack-white
Tsuba ColorGold-black
Tsuba ThemeFlower
Nagasa HamonYes
StyleKoshirae
Dimensions41 Inches
Weight5.0 Pounds
Packing Size43 x 4 x 4 Inches
Shipping Weight6.0 Pounds

Frequently Asked Questions

What steel is this nodachi blade made from?
The blade is forged from T10 carbon steel and hand-finished to produce a real hamon line along the edge - an actual temper boundary, not an etched pattern.
How long is this nodachi sword overall?
Overall length is 41 inches with a full tang handle secured by two mekugi pins. It ships in a 43 x 4 x 4 inch package at a shipping weight of 6 pounds.
What does the tsuba look like on this sword?
The tsuba is finished in gold and black with dense carved floral and scroll relief - chrysanthemum-style blooms and curling tendrils across the plate, matching the gold fittings on the black lacquered hardwood saya.