Product Details

The blade on this katana is forged from folded damascus steel, producing the layered grain pattern visible along the flat. A visible hamon runs the length of the edge, and a hand-finished dragon engraving is worked into the blade near the base - a detail that rewards close inspection. The polished chrome finish brings out the contrast between the patterned steel and the bright edge. For collectors interested in pattern steel construction, our Damascus Katana Sword collection covers the full range of available options.

The tsuka is wrapped in black cotton ito over red PU samegawa, with the diamond gaps in the wrap revealing the red underlayer in an alternating pattern. The full-tang blade runs the complete length of the handle, secured with traditional mekugi pins through the tsuka-guchi. Total sword length is 41 inches, with a shipping weight of 5 lb.

The gold-tone chrysanthemum tsuba is cast in an openwork oval form, with overlapping petals and floral reliefs across the surface. The aged gold finish gives it a warm, weathered character that pairs naturally with the black-and-red color scheme of the ito and sageo.

One of the more distinctive features is the hand-painted habaki - the blade collar fitted between tsuba and blade. It carries a pink magnolia blossom motif on a white porcelain-style ground, making it a visually unexpected detail on an otherwise darkly toned piece. The black-and-red braided sageo cord is knotted at the saya mouth and drapes alongside the scabbard.

The saya is constructed from hardwood and finished in high-gloss piano lacquer, delivering a deep, uniform black surface with a mirror sheen. Overall length is 41 inches, packaged in a 43 x 4 x 4 inch box. Sword stand not included. Each piece is individually assembled, so minor variations in wrap pattern and finish are expected.

  • Forged from folded damascus steel, the blade displays a flowing hamon line along its length, with a polished chrome finish and hand-engraved dragon motif etched into the flat near the base.
  • Full-tang construction keeps the blade locked through the tsuka, wrapped in black cotton ito over red PU samegawa in a traditional diamond pattern for a secure, firm grip.
  • The gold-tone chrysanthemum tsuba features an openwork floral design - each petal and detail cast in relief, adding a refined historical accent between handle and blade.
  • A hand-painted floral habaki sits at the blade collar, depicting pink magnolia blossoms on a white ground - an uncommon decorative detail that sets this piece apart visually.
  • The saya is formed from hardwood finished in high-gloss piano lacquer, producing a deep, mirror-like black surface, secured with a black-and-red braided sageo cord.

Specification

Product Specifications
Item NumberTK-JP-G10398
Primary ColorMix-color
Primary MaterialDamascus Steel
Saya ColorBlack
Saya MaterialHardwood Piano Lacquer
Tsuka ColorBlack-red
Nagasa ColorChrome
Sageo ColorBlack-red
Tsuba ColorGold
Tsuba ThemeChrysanthemum
Nagasa HamonYes
Blade EngravingDragon
StyleKoshirae
Dimensions41 Inches
Weight4.0 Pounds
Packing Size43 x 4 x 4 Inches
Shipping Weight5.0 Pounds

Frequently Asked Questions

What steel is this katana blade made from?
The blade is forged from folded damascus steel, showing a layered grain pattern across the flat. It has a polished chrome finish and a visible hamon line running along the edge from base to tip.
What is the dragon engraving on the blade?
A dragon motif is hand-engraved into the blade flat near the base. It sits above the hand-painted habaki, which features a pink magnolia design on a white ground - two distinct decorative details on a single piece.
What does the tsuba look like on this katana?
The tsuba is an oval openwork design in aged gold tone, cast with overlapping chrysanthemum petals in relief. It pairs with black-red ito wrap and a black piano lacquer saya for a high-contrast traditional koshirae aesthetic.