Collection: JAPANESE SWORDS

Looking for a Japanese sword for sale that goes beyond one model? This collection covers the samurai’s full arsenal: katana, wakizashi, tanto, tachi and ninjato, plus legendary names like Honjo Masamune and Miyamoto Musashi. Every blade is hand-forged in partner workshops in Longquan, China, in steels like T10 with a hamon, Damascus, 1095 carbon and manganese steel.

Types of Japanese swords

• Katana: the long, curved sword of the samurai, with a blade over 60 cm (about 24 in). See all katana swords.
• Wakizashi: the short companion sword, with a blade between 30 and 60 cm.
• Tanto: a dagger with a blade under 30 cm (about 12 in).
• Tachi: the older, more curved sword, worn edge-down from the belt.
• Ninjato: a straight-bladed sword tied to the ninja in film and anime.

How to choose a Japanese sword

Use first. Display piece, cutting practice or a set for your wall? Most models come sharpened or not sharpened.

Steel second. T10 with a genuine hamon gives a hard edge and a flexible spine. Damascus shows a folded, layered pattern. 1095 is a high carbon steel. Manganese steel keeps the price down.

Then the look. Classic black, dragon motifs, a plain shirasaya or a historical name. Pick what you want to see every day.

Popular Japanese swords

• Honjo Masamune Katana: named after the legendary lost blade of the swordsmith Masamune.
• Devil Katana: a Damascus blade with a bold design.
• 1095 Carbon Steel Katana: high carbon steel for serious collectors.
• Shirasaya Katana: a katana in a plain wooden shirasaya mount.
• Edo Period Katana: inspired by the swords of the Edo era.
• Sanmai Katana: a premium model at the top of the range.

The Katana Expert difference

• Forged by hand in Longquan, China, where swords have been made for over 2,000 years.
• Water-quenched for a hard edge and a softer, flexible spine.
• Full tang blades on our katanas.
• Free engraving, free tracked shipping (3-7 business days) and 30-day returns on unused, unengraved items.
• More than 40,000 customers served.

FAQ

What is the difference between a katana, a wakizashi and a tanto?

Length and role. The katana is the long main sword, the wakizashi the short sword, and the tanto a dagger. Our guide to the katana, wakizashi and tanto difference goes deeper.

What is a daisho?

A matched katana and wakizashi, the pair worn by samurai. You can find katana and wakizashi sets in our katana packs.

Where are these Japanese swords forged?

In partner workshops in Longquan, China, a sword-making city for over 2,000 years. Each blade is forged with charcoal and hammer, water-quenched, stone-polished and mounted by hand.

Is it legal to own a Japanese sword in the US?

Generally yes for adults. But laws vary by state and city, especially for carrying a blade in public. Check your local rules before you order. Outside the US, the buyer checks import rules and pays any customs fees.

Want just the long sword? Browse our katana collection, or pair blades in katana packs.