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| Authentic Hand-Forged | Yes | |
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| Lifetime Warranty option | Yes | |
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KATANA GHOST OF TSUSHIMA
Discover our latest limited edition katana, forged in very few pieces. The beautiful Ghost of Tsushima premium katana is a collector's item inspired by the character Jin Sakai from the game Ghost Of Tsushima.
The excellence
For several centuries, our blacksmiths have worked hard to perfect their forging skills.
The choice is yours! Select a sharpened or unsharpened version from the available options before adding your katana to the cart.
Looking for a display piece? An unsharpened version lets you enjoy the design without a sharpened edge.
Yes! Our steel katanas are forged by hand by skilled blacksmiths. From shaping the blade to the finishing details, each piece reflects the care and craftsmanship behind its creation.
Yes! All our steel swords feature full tang construction, meaning the steel of the blade extends through the handle.
This creates a solid connection between the blade and handle, an important part of a well constructed sword.
Yes, provided it meets the requirements where you live.
Rules vary by country and state, so check your local requirements for ownership and import before ordering. Carrying a katana in public is subject to separate rules.
Yes! We offer models for cutting practice and martial arts, including wooden swords for training.
All our steel swords feature full tang construction. Choose a model designed for your intended practice, with the blade option, size and weight recommended by your instructor.
Yes! Our character inspired designs can bring the finishing touch to your costume, whether you’re creating a photoshoot or bringing your favorite character to life.
For conventions, check the organizer’s prop rules first. Metal swords may be restricted even when unsharpened, so choose a material and model accepted by your event.
For a katana fan, it could be the best gift they’ve ever received. Their favorite sword, a personal engraving, and a gift that shows you know them better than anyone.
Want to see how much it means? Take a look at our customer reviews and discover their gifting stories.
Yes! Make it yours with free engraving. Add a name, date or personal message when ordering.
Want to go further? Explore our Custom Katana option to create a sword in your own style.
Yes! We offer a premium Japanese brocade presentation box as a paid option to make your gift even more special.
Add it to your order for a beautiful presentation when they open their katana.
Yes! Enjoy free shipping on your order, with tracking so you can follow your katana all the way to your door.
No! We cover customs duties and import tariffs for your order, so there are no unexpected customs fees to pay on delivery.
Your order ships within 24 to 72 hours, with delivery taking 3 to 7 days after dispatch. Once it’s on its way, we’ll email you a tracking link so you can follow its journey.
Yes! Once your order ships, we’ll email you a tracking link so you can follow your delivery all the way to your door.
Absolutely! Order ahead so your gift is ready for the big day. Allow for both preparation and delivery, with extra time for a custom katana.
Have a specific date in mind? Contact us before ordering so we can help you check the timing.
Your purchase is covered by our 90 day guarantee in case of breakage or other product issues. Simply contact our team with your order number. We’re here to help.
Need to change or cancel an order? Contact us as soon as possible so we can check its status and the options available.
We’re here to help. Contact our team with your order number and photos of the item and packaging so we can review the issue and arrange the appropriate solution.
Yes! We offer a Lifetime Warranty option for lasting peace of mind.
Still have a question? Contact us
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Welcome to Katana Expert, the largest dedicated katana shop in the United States. We craft authentic hand-forged katana swords for collectors, anime fans, and martial arts enthusiasts. Every blade in our catalog is forged by master craftsmen using traditional Japanese techniques refined over centuries — high-carbon steel, differential hardening, clay tempering, and hand-finished fittings. With over 17 dedicated forging masters and a 600+ katana catalog, we offer the most complete selection of manga katanas and traditional Japanese katanas available online.
Manga katanas are hand-forged replicas of the legendary blades wielded by iconic anime and manga characters. Each replica is crafted to match the original artwork — from the black Nichirin blade of Tanjiro Kamado to Zoro's Shusui, from Ichigo's Zangetsu to Jin Sakai's katana in Ghost of Tsushima. Our manga katana collection covers the most popular anime universes:
Nichirin katanas inspired by Tanjiro, Rengoku, Zenitsu, Inosuke, Giyu, Sanemi, Muichiro, Kanao, Tomioka, and Yoriichi. Each blade features the distinctive coloring of its owner — black, red, yellow, indigo, white — hand-painted by our finishing artisans.
Zoro's three swords (Shusui, Wado Ichimonji, Sandai Kitetsu), Enma, and other iconic blades from the Straw Hat universe.
Ichigo's Zangetsu, Byakuya's Senbonzakura, Yuta Okkotsu's Rika sword, Sasuke's Kusanagi, AOT ODM blades, and many other anime replicas — all hand-forged from real high-carbon steel.
Jin Sakai's katana from Ghost of Tsushima, the Rivers of Blood from Elden Ring, the Sekiro katana, and other video game replicas faithful to their source material.
A Japanese katana is a curved, single-edged sword historically wielded by the samurai class during Japan's feudal era. It is recognized by its gentle blade curvature (sori), its single sharp edge, and its long two-handed grip (tsuka). Our traditional Japanese katana collection includes hand-forged pieces ranging from entry-level decorative katanas to high-end battle-ready blades crafted from T10 clay-tempered steel.
Every katana is an assembly of specialized parts, each with its own role and history:
The blade typically measures 60 to 80 cm, with a gentle curvature (sori) that allows for fluid cutting motion. Hand-forged from high-carbon steel and shaped through differential hardening to balance strength and flexibility.
The tip section, sharpened with precision and often considered the most difficult part of the blade to forge correctly.
The visible wave-like pattern created during clay tempering, marking the boundary between the hard cutting edge and the more flexible spine.
The circular or square guard that protects the wielder's hand. Available in countless patterns — dragons, waves, family crests, anime motifs.
The two-handed grip, wrapped in cotton or silk over a rayskin (same) base, decorated with menuki ornaments for both grip and aesthetics.
The lacquered wooden sheath that protects the blade and complements its design with painted or carved motifs.
The steel determines the price, durability, and cutting performance of a katana. Our catalog covers the main steel types used in modern katana forging:
Entry-level steel, suitable for display katanas and beginners. Affordable and visually authentic.
The most popular choice for functional katanas. Balanced hardness and flexibility, capable of light cutting practice (tameshigiri).
Higher carbon content for sharper edges and stronger cutting performance. Requires more maintenance to prevent rust.
Premium-grade steel used for our top-tier katanas. Clay tempering produces a visible hamon and creates the ideal balance between a razor-sharp edge and a resilient spine.
Multiple steel layers folded and forged together, creating the characteristic wavy pattern. Combines beauty and structural integrity.
Katana prices at Katana Expert start at $119 for decorative entry-level blades and reach over $1,500 for premium hand-forged T10 clay-tempered katanas. The price reflects the steel grade, forging technique, finish quality, and time invested by our craftsmen. Every katana — regardless of price — comes with a lifetime warranty and free US shipping.
The word "katana" comes from the Japanese kata (side) and na (name), referring to the way the blade is traditionally worn — edge upward, inserted in the belt. Japanese sword history is divided into five major periods:
The foundational era of Japanese swords, predating the curved katana shape.
The golden age of katana forging. Most legendary surviving blades come from this era.
The era that refined and standardized the katana shape known today.
Forging techniques evolved to make katanas more efficient and accessible.
The modern era. Today's hand-forged katanas — including every blade in our catalog — follow Gendaitō techniques while remaining faithful to traditional craftsmanship.
We are the largest DTC katana brand in the United States, trusted by 40,000+ Customers. Every order ships free across the US and is backed by our lifetime warranty. Our customer service team is available 7 days a week. Whether you're buying your first manga katana or expanding a serious collection, every katana in our shop is hand-forged, individually inspected, and shipped with a certificate of authenticity.
