Product Details

The blade of this katana is forged from T10 carbon steel and ground to a chrome-polished finish that highlights the hand-finished hamon running along the edge. The temper line is real - produced during the heat-treatment process - and gives the blade a layered visual depth that sets it apart from entry-level replicas. Dragon engravings are carved into the blade surface above the habaki, adding a second layer of detail that catches light from multiple angles. As part of our Replica Katana lineup, this piece is built to the same material standards as the full koshirae series.

The tsuka is wrapped in black ito cord over a white PU ray-skin base, creating the sharp diamond-pattern contrast visible in the handle section. The black-and-white color block runs the full length of the grip and is secured with traditional wrap technique that keeps the ito tight without bulk. Two menuki accents are seated beneath the ito at standard positions along the handle.

The gold-tone chrysanthemum tsuba is cast alloy with a rounded petal silhouette and an open lattice panel on the center rectangle. The chrysanthemum form - historically associated with imperial Japanese iconography - reads clearly in the gold finish and holds its detail at close inspection. The seppa and habaki are finished in matching gold tone, keeping the fittings visually unified from handle to blade.

The saya is constructed from hardwood with a black lacquer finish and a full-length raised dragon relief molded into the surface. The three-dimensional dragon carving wraps around the scabbard body and is the most immediately striking visual element of the piece. A black-and-white sageo cord is attached at the kurigata in a knotted display tie that echoes the tsuka ito coloring.

Overall length is 40.5 inches with a blade width of 1.26 inches and a total weight of 2.88 lb. The sword is mounted in koshirae style with all fittings assembled. Shipping weight is 4 lb in a 42 x 4 x 4 inch package. For more pieces built on this steel, see our Handcrafted Samurai Sword collection. Sword stand is not included.

  • Forged from T10 carbon steel with a hand-finished hamon line visible along the blade - a distinct temper line that reflects traditional Japanese sword-making technique in every replica.
  • The blade features dragon engravings along the fuller, paired with a polished chrome finish and a well-defined tip geometry that makes the sword a striking centerpiece for any collection.
  • Gold-tone chrysanthemum tsuba with an open-work lattice center panel adds a refined imperial accent, contrasting cleanly against the black-and-white ito wrap and white ray-skin under-wrap.
  • The black hardwood lacquer saya carries a raised dragon relief across its entire length - a bold sculptural detail that transforms the scabbard into a display piece on its own.
  • Black-and-white sageo cord is tied in a traditional knot at the saya mouth, complementing the tsuka ito pattern and completing the high-contrast monochrome-and-gold color scheme.
  • Full specifications: overall length 40.5 in, blade width 1.26 in, total weight 2.88 lb - sized and balanced for shelf or wall display in koshirae full-mount style.

Specification

Product Specifications
Item NumberTK-JP-G10570
Primary ColorMarble
Primary MaterialT10 Carbon Steel
Saya ColorBlack
Saya MaterialHardwood Lacquer
Saya ThemeDragon
Tsuka ColorBlack-white
Nagasa ColorChrome
Sageo ColorBlack-white
Tsuba ColorGold
Tsuba ThemeChrysanthemum
Nagasa HamonYes
Blade EngravingDragon
StyleKoshirae
Dimensions40.5 x 1.3 Inches
Weight2.9 Pounds
Packing Size42 x 4 x 4 Inches
Shipping Weight4.0 Pounds

Frequently Asked Questions

What steel is this katana made from and does it have a real hamon?
This katana is forged from T10 carbon steel and features a real hamon - a genuine temper line produced during heat treatment, not an etched or painted imitation.
What does the dragon saya look like up close?
The black hardwood lacquer saya has a full-length raised dragon relief molded into its surface - a three-dimensional carving, not a flat print - with a black-and-white sageo cord knotted at the kurigata.
What is the tsuba design and how does it match the handle?
The tsuba is a gold-tone cast alloy chrysanthemum with an open lattice center panel. It pairs with gold seppa and habaki, contrasting the black-and-white ito wrap on the tsuka for a sharp monochrome-and-gold look.