Product Details

The blade is forged from T10 carbon steel and heat-treated to produce a natural hamon - the distinct temper line visible along the edge that indicates differential hardness between the edge and spine. The chrome-finished blade runs 40.5 inches total with a width of 1.26 inches and spine thickness of 0.275 inches, ground to a clean geometry with a pronounced tip curvature. Full-tang construction means the steel extends uninterrupted through the handle, contributing to the sword's solid 3.17 lb. balance.

The beige ito is wrapped in the traditional diamond-overlap pattern over black samegawa ray skin, creating a textured grip surface that holds its form through repeated handling. The wrap color coordinates with the saya and tsuba tones to give the full koshirae a unified, intentional look rather than a mismatched assembly.

The bronze tsuba is one of the most detailed components on this piece. Cast with a dragon motif, it features layered relief work showing the dragon in motion against a textured wave background - the aged bronze patina deepens the carving contrast and gives it an antique character. The oval form sits flush against the habaki for a clean fit.

The gold lacquered hardwood saya is the visual centerpiece of this Yellow Hardwood Japanese Samurai Swords collection piece. Applied over a hardwood core, the gold lacquer finish carries a painted dragon design in muted earth tones with a prominent red jewel accent near the center - the imagery wraps around the saya body and is sealed under the lacquer layer. A black braided sageo is knotted at the koiguchi opening, providing a strong color anchor against the gold.

At 40.5 inches overall with a shipping weight of 4.4 lbs., this katana is suited for wall display, koshirae study, or as a centerpiece in a Yellow Samurai Sword collection. Sword stand is not included.

  • T10 carbon steel blade with a visible hamon line along the edge, produced through a heat-treatment process that delivers both surface hardness and core resilience - a defining mark of quality craftsmanship in a full-tang katana.
  • Full-tang construction runs the steel continuously from tip to pommel, providing solid structural integrity and well-balanced weight distribution across the 40.5-inch overall length at 3.17 lbs.
  • Gold lacquered hardwood saya features a hand-applied dragon motif in raised relief with red accent detailing - the vibrant gold finish contrasts sharply against the black braided sageo cord wrapped at the koiguchi.
  • Bronze tsuba showcases an intricately carved dragon design with flowing wave textures and fine line engraving - the aged bronze tone pairs naturally with the beige ito wrap and gold saya for a cohesive koshirae aesthetic.
  • Beige ito handle wrap follows a traditional diamond-pattern binding over real black samegawa (ray skin), providing a firm grip surface while maintaining the classic samurai handle appearance.

Specification

Product Specifications
Item NumberTK-JP-G11253
Primary ColorYellow
Primary MaterialT10 Carbon Steel
SharpnessStandard Sharp
Saya ColorGold
Saya MaterialHardwood Lacquer
Saya ThemeDragon
Tsuka ColorBeige
Nagasa ColorChrome
Sageo ColorBlack
Tsuba ColorBronze
Tsuba ThemeDragon
Nagasa HamonYes
StyleKoshirae
Dimensions40.5 x 1.3 x 0.3 Inches
Weight3.2 Pounds
Packing Size43.3 x 3.93 x 3.14 Inches
Shipping Weight4.4 Pounds

Frequently Asked Questions

What steel is used and does it have a real hamon?
The blade is made from T10 carbon steel and heat-treated to produce a visible hamon temper line along the edge - confirming differential hardening between the edge and spine rather than a cosmetic etch.
What is the dragon design on the saya made of?
The saya is hardwood with a gold lacquer finish. The dragon imagery is painted onto the surface and sealed under the lacquer layer, with a raised red accent detail near the center. The black braided sageo is knotted at the koiguchi.
What does the tsuba look like and what metal is it?
The tsuba is cast bronze with a carved dragon-in-waves relief design. The aged bronze patina deepens the engraving contrast. It pairs with the beige ito and gold saya to complete the koshirae color scheme.