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Buy a Samurai Sword Katana – Tradition & Sharpness Combined

The Samurai Sword Katana is more than just a weapon – it is a symbol of honor, discipline, and craftsmanship. For centuries, these masterfully forged swords have fascinated collectors, martial artists, and enthusiasts of Japanese culture. If you want to buy a Katana, there are some important factors to consider in order to find the perfect sword for your needs.

The History of the Samurai Sword

The Katana is the traditional longsword of the Samurai, developed in Japan between the 14th and 19th centuries. It is characterized by its curved, single-edged blade, forged from multiple layers of steel. This special forging technique made the sword both extremely sharp and highly durable. Even today, the Samurai sword is crafted using traditional methods and polished by hand.

Why Buy a Katana?

Owning a Samurai Sword Katana means holding a piece of Japanese history and craftsmanship. There are many reasons why people choose to buy a Katana:

Collector’s Item: A high-quality Katana is a valuable addition to any weapon collection.
Decoration: Whether displayed on a wall or in a showcase, a Samurai sword is a true eye-catcher.
Martial Arts & Training: Disciplines such as Iaido, Kenjutsu, or Kendo require real Katanas.
Gift Idea: A fine Katana makes an excellent gift for lovers of Japanese culture.

Key Features of a High-Quality Katana

When purchasing a Samurai sword, you should consider some essential factors:

Blade Material: High-quality Katanas are made from high-carbon steel (e.g., 1060, 1095, or Damascus steel), ensuring maximum sharpness and durability.
Hardening & Sharpening: A sharp Katana with differential hardening (Hamon) is more authentic and functional.
Total Length & Weight: A traditional Katana is about 95 – 105 cm long and weighs around 1 – 1.3 kg.
Real or Decorative Blade? There are both sharp Katanas for actual use and blunt versions for decorative purposes.

Buying a Katana – Which Model Suits You?

The market for Samurai swords is vast, offering everything from budget-friendly decorative models to hand-forged masterpieces. Here are some common categories:

🔹 Decorative Katana: Perfect for beginners and home decoration.
🔹 Sharp Katana: Ideal for martial artists and Tameshigiri (cutting practice).
🔹 Hand-forged Katana: For enthusiasts, collectors, and true admirers of Japanese swordsmanship.

What to Consider When Buying a Katana?

Not every Samurai Sword Katana meets traditional standards. Consider these points before buying a Katana:

  • Material & Craftsmanship: Is the blade made of real steel, or just low-quality metal?
  • Authenticity of the Hamon: A real Hamon (hardened edge) results from traditional tempering – many cheap models only have a fake engraving.
  • Perfect Fit: The handle (Tsuka) and blade should fit together perfectly without any looseness.
  • Legal Requirements: In many countries, sharp Katanas are restricted to adults only (18+), and age verification may be required.

Buy a Samurai Sword Katana – Find the Right Model Now

Whether you’re looking for a Katana for training, decoration, or collection, choosing the right one depends on your needs. A great Samurai sword stands out for its high-quality steel, traditional craftsmanship, and perfect balance. In our store, you’ll find an exclusive selection of Katanas in various price ranges.

🔽 Buy your perfect Samurai Sword Katana now & experience a piece of Japanese history! 🔽


Katana Samurai Swords from Our Shop

A small selection of Samurai swords from our online shop.

DerShogun Katana

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DerShogun Dragon Katana Samurai sword - Damascus steel - decorated saya
Datasheet:- Handmade- High-quality, folded Damascus steel- Decorated saya- Including sword pouch- Purchase only possible for persons of legal age!Product description:Blade:Madeof high-quality steel. made of high quality steel. The continuous blade hardness of 52 HRC (+/- 1 HRC, as it is a handmade sword) ensures perfect cutting perfect cutting properties and stability of the blade. The blade has a blood groove for weight optimisation and a sharpened hamon.It is sharply ground!Tsuka (the handle):Consists of solid wood for stability and durability. solid wood for stability and durability. Wrapped with cotton Wrapped with cotton grip tape in the traditional way. 2 wooden pins (bamboo pins) allow 100% hold of the blade in the handle. Top look thanks to 2 golden decorative elements.Saya (sword sheath):Made of wood, with sageo (ribbon) made of cotton. Golden shito dome (decoration on the eyelet opening).- Total length of the sword with saya: approx. 104 cm- Blade length: approx. 71 cm- Handle length: approx. 29 cmThe The purchase of this article is only permitted for persons of persons of legal age. We check the age of every buyer!Please make sure that the deposited recipient receives the delivery personally personally and can prove his age with an identity card. identity card. The age and identity will be checked by the delivery service upon delivery. Please note that orders without proof of age will not be handed over!Due to the special treatment of this item, delivery to packing stations or parcel acceptance points is unfortunately not possible.

250 .00*
DerShogun Katana

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TheShogun Black Katana Samurai Sword - Damascus Steel
Data sheet:- Handmade - Robust, multi-folded Damascus steel - Excellent workmanship - Includes matching sword pouch - Only available for adultsProduct description:A samurai sword of high quality, characterised by its precise workmanship.The blade:This masterpiece has been forged by hand and folded several times, giving the blade a hardness of 50 HRC while remaining flexible. It has a blood groove for better weight transfer and the characteristic hamon has been carefully ground.The handle:The handle is made of solid wood, which ensures stability and durability. The black cotton grip tape is traditionally wrapped and offers a secure grip and excellent sweat absorption. Two wooden pins hold the blade firmly in the handle. Decorated with two golden ornamental elements showing a dragon motif.The saya (sword sheath):Made of wood and lacquered in black, the saya is decorated with a black cotton sageo band and golden shito dome elements at the eyelet opening.The kashira (fitting at the end of the handle) and the fuchi are also crafted and decorated with great attention to detail.Dimensions:- Total length of the sword incl. saya: approx. 104 cm - Blade length: approx. 71 cm - Handle length: approx. 29 cm - Weight without saya: 1150 g - Weight with saya: 1375 gIn accordance with German regulations, this item may only be sold to buyers of legal age. The age of each buyer will be checked, please make sure that the recipient accepts the parcel personally and confirms his age with an identity card. The age and identity check is carried out by the delivery service. Orders without proof of age cannot be delivered! Due to the special handling of the item, delivery to packing stations or parcel acceptance points is not possible.

180 .00*
Katana

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Katana Aoi Domoe samurai sword metal blade spring steel very sharp!
Product features:- Careful handwork with excellent workmanship- High-quality spring steel with high silicon content - ideal for precise cutting exercises- Razor-sharp blade for maximum cutting performance- Premium quality from Toshiro Swords, including extensive accessory set- For sale only to persons aged 18 and over!Product description:The Aoi Domoe Katana impresses with its elegant design with a deep blue saya (sword sheath) and a matching blue grip band on black ray skin. Particular attention is paid to high-quality materials and high functionality during production. Traditional elements such as a handle made of solid wood, genuine ray skin and reinforced horn fittings on the saya emphasise the quality of this sword.The blade made from modern 9260 spring steel forms the centrepiece of the katana. It impresses with its exceptional sharpness and impressive cutting power in cutting tests. Thanks to the flexible properties of the high-performance steel, the blade remains resilient and resistant so that even minor cutting errors are forgiven.The blade shape corresponds to the classic Shinogi Zukuri style with Maru Kitae construction. Complete hardening to approx. 58 HRC gives the blade a perfect balance between hardness and flexibility. The low weight ensures outstanding handling and control.Technical details:- Total length with saya: approx. 105 cm- Sword length without saya: approx. 102 cm- Handle length: approx. 28.5 cm- Weight with saya: approx. 1270 g- Weight without saya: approx. 1020 gThis katana was specially designed for cutting exercises with tatami omote mats and offers excellent value for money!Important notes on purchase:⚠ The purchase of this item is only possible for persons of legal age. Age verification will be carried out before delivery.⚠ The recipient must accept the goods in person and identify themselves with a valid identity card or passport.⚠ Orders without proof of age cannot be delivered.⚠ Due to the special shipping requirements, delivery to packing stations or parcel acceptance points is unfortunately not possible.

290 .00*
Katana Kuro

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Katana Kuro Tatsu samurai sword metal blade made of spring steel very sharp!
Product features:- High-quality, modern spring steel- Optimised for precise cutting tests- Handmade using traditional technology- Excellent processing quality- For sale only to persons aged 18 and over!Product description:This impressive katana is dedicated to the dragon (Japanese: Tatsu) - one of the most powerful and revered creatures in Japanese mythology. It combines masterful craftsmanship with high-quality materials and modern forging technology.The handle:Made from solid wood and finished with real ray skin (seed), the handle offers an excellent feel and secure grip. Two mekugi (bamboo pins) ensure reliable fixing of the blade and guarantee maximum stability.The blade:Made from modern spring steel in the traditional Shobu Zukuri style, this Maru Kitae blade impresses with its outstanding sharpness. It has been fully hardened to approx. 58 HRC, making it both resistant and cutting-strong.The scabbard:The saya is made of solid wood and has been finished with an elegant, high-gloss black lacquer. A robust, woven Sageo strap in black rounds off the design and allows it to be securely attached to the belt.Technical data:- Total length with saya: approx. 104 cm- Sword length without saya: approx. 101 cm- Handle length: approx. 28.5 cm- Weight with saya: approx. 1260 g- Weight without saya: approx. 1010 gThis sword is specially designed for cutting tests with Tatami Omote mats and offers outstanding value for money!Important notes on purchase:⚠ This item is only available for buyers of legal age. Age verification is required.⚠ The recipient must accept delivery in person and provide a valid ID card or passport.⚠ Orders without valid proof of age cannot be delivered.⚠ Due to legal requirements, delivery to packing stations or parcel collection points is not possible.

290 .00*
Wakizashi

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Wakizashi samurai sword Kuro Tatsu sharp blade made of spring steel
Product features:- Extremely sharp- Handmade, very good workmanship- Spring steel with high silicon content, ideal for cutting exercises- Toshiro Swords brand quality with extensive accessory package- Sale from 18!Product description:Handmade samurai sword from the popular Dojo Line by Toshiro Swords.The Kuro Tatsu Wakizashi is dedicated to the most important creature in Japanese mythology, the dragon (Tatsu).Traditional materials such as the real seed are used in its manufacture.The centrepiece of the sword is the sharp blade made of 9260 spring steel with a hardness of 58 HRC, which is also suitable for cutting tests. The blade is made in Shinogi Zukuri style with Maru Kitae construction- Total length with saya: approx. 82 cm- Total length of sword: approx. 79 cm- Handle length: approx. 24.5 cm- Weight with saya: approx. 1100 grams- Sword weight: approx. 850 gramsThe sword is designed for use with Tatami Omote mats.It offers a very good price/performance ratio!ATTENTION: According to German law, the purchase of this item is only permitted for persons of legal age. We check the age of every buyer!Please make sure that the deposited recipient accepts the delivery personally and can prove his age with an identity card. The age and identity will be checked by the delivery service upon delivery.Please note that orders without proof of age will not be handed over!Due to the special treatment of this item, delivery to packing stations or parcel acceptance points is unfortunately not possible.

190 .00*
Katana blau mit scharfer Klinge

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Katana blue with sharp blade made of 9260 spring steel saya with Ishime lacquer finish
Product features:- Blade made of 9260 spring steel- Very sharp- Blade without machined details- Designed for cutting exercises- Purchase from 18!Product description:Sword for cutting exercises with blade made of 9260 spring steel.The handle (tsuka) is extremely well adapted to the blade tang for this price range and a mekugi is used for an authentic look. Hishigami paper was used in the blue handle wrapping, which makes it very robust and is primarily used for higher quality swords.The Same inlays are genuine.The blade is forged from 9260 spring steel with differential hardening. A hollow groove (Bo-Hi) is worked into the blade, which reduces the weight of the sword and produces a clearly audible noise when swinging.A yokote is visually incorporated into the blade.The hardening line on the blade has not been worked out because the sword is designed for cutting exercises and so traces of training can be better repaired.The blade (tsuba) is made of iron and is very sturdy.The blue scabbard is made of wood and reinforced with horn elements. It is finished with Ishime lacquer in a droplet look with a black pattern. The pommel (kurigata) is positioned in such a way that the sword can be worn optimally on the obi, for example for Iaido.The sword is suitable for cutting exercises.Dimensions and weight:Total length with scabbard: 102.5 cmLength without scabbard: 100 cmBlade length measured from the guard blade: 73.2 cmHandle length from the blade: 26.3 cmWeight with scabbard: 1000 gramsWeight without scabbard: 890 gramsATTENTION: According to German law, the purchase of this article is only permitted for persons of legal age. We check the age of every buyer!Please make sure that the deposited recipient accepts the delivery personally and can prove his age with an identity card. The age and identity will be checked by the delivery service upon delivery.Please note that orders without proof of age will not be handed over!Due to the special treatment of this item, delivery to packing stations or parcel acceptance points is unfortunately not possible.

530 .00*
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Katana

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DerShogun Katana samurai sword - 1045 carbon steel
Data sheet:- Handmade- High quality 1045 carbon steel- Very good workmanship- Purchase only possible for persons of legal age!Product description:The blade:Has been hand forged from high quality 1045 carbon steel and through hardened to a hardness of 45 HRC, for good blade flexibility and hardness.It has a blood groove for weight optimisation and a ground hamon.Polished in the traditional way, which makes the blade really very attractive.It is sharply ground!The handle:Has been made from solid wood, this ensures good stability and durability.White cotton grip tape wrapped in the traditional way, this material offers 100% grip and absorbs sweat well.2 wooden pins allow the blade to be held firmly in the handle.The handle has 2 gold-coloured decorative elements. Motif: DragonThe saya (sword sheath):Made of wood, black lacquered with red accents.White sageo (ribbon) made of cotton and gold-coloured shito domes (decoration at the eyelet opening).Kashira (fittings at the end of the handle) and fuchi are also worked out and decorated down to the smallest detail.Dimensions:- Total length of the sword with saya: approx. 104 cm- Blade length: approx. 71 cm- Handle length: approx. 29 cm- Weight without saya: 1150 g- Weight with saya: 1375 gAccording to German law, the purchase of this item is only permitted for persons of legal age. We check the age of every buyer!Please make sure that the deposited recipient accepts the delivery personally and can prove his age with an identity card. The age and identity will be checked by the delivery service upon delivery.Please note that orders without proof of age will not be handed over!Due to the special treatment of this item, delivery to packing stations or parcel acceptance points is unfortunately not possible.

85 .00*
€96.00* (11.46% saved)
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DerShogun Katana

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DerShogun blue katana samurai sword 1045 carbon steel
Data sheet:- Handmade- High quality 1045 carbon steel- Very good workmanship! Top optics!- Purchase only possible for persons of legal age!Product description:The blade:Has been hand forged from high quality 1045 carbon steel and through hardened to a hardness of 45 HRC, for good blade flexibility and hardness.It has a blood groove for weight optimisation and a ground hamon.Polished in the traditional way, which makes the blade really very attractive.It is sharply ground!The handle:Has been made from solid wood, which ensures good stability and durability.Handle strap made of cotton, wrapped in the traditional way, this material offers 100% grip and absorbs sweat well.2 wooden pins allow the blade to be held firmly in the handle.The handle has 2 gold-coloured decorative elements.The saya (sword sheath):Made from solid wood. Sageo (strap) made of cotton and gold-coloured shito dome (decoration at the eyelet opening).Dimensions:- Total length of the sword with saya: 104 cm- Blade length: 71 cm- Handle length: 29 cm- Weight without saya: 1150 g- Weight with saya: 1375 gAccording to German law, the purchase of this item is only permitted for persons of legal age. We check the age of every buyer!Please make sure that the deposited recipient accepts the delivery personally and can prove his age with an identity card. The age and identity will be checked by the delivery service upon delivery.Please note that orders without proof of age will not be handed over!Due to the special treatment of this item, delivery to packing stations or parcel acceptance points is unfortunately not possible.

94 .00*
€120.00* (21.67% saved)
Katana

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TheShogun Shiro Katana - 1045 carbon steel - handmade
Data sheet:- Handmade- High quality 1045 carbon steel- An eye-catcher and a high quality work- Including sword pouch- Purchase only possible for persons of legal age!Product description:The blade:Has been hand forged from high quality 1045 carbon steel and through hardened to a hardness of 45 HRC, for good blade flexibility and hardness.It has a blood groove for weight optimisation and a ground hamon.Polished in the traditional way, which makes the blade really very attractive.It is sharply ground!The handle:Has been made from solid wood, this ensures good stability and durability.White grip tape made of synthetic fibre wrapped in the traditional way, this material offers 100% grip and absorbs sweat well.2 wooden pins hold the blade firmly in the handle.The handle has 2 gold-coloured decorative elements. Motif: DragonThe saya (sword sheath):Made of wood, lacquered white, white sageo (ribbon) made of synthetic fibre and gold-coloured shito domes (decoration at the eyelet opening).Dimensions:- Total length of the sword with saya: approx. 104 cm- Blade length: approx. 71 cm- Handle length: approx. 29 cm- Weight without saya: 1000 g- Weight with saya: 1200 gAccording to German law, the purchase of this item is only permitted for persons of legal age. We check the age of every buyer!Please make sure that the deposited recipient accepts the delivery personally and can prove his age with an identity card. The age and identity will be checked by the delivery service upon delivery.Please note that orders without proof of age will not be handed over!Due to the special treatment of this item, delivery to packing stations or parcel acceptance points is unfortunately not possible.

95 .00*
Katana Samuraischwert

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DerShogun Katana samurai sword 1045 carbon steel matt black
Data sheet:- Handmade- High quality 1045 carbon steel- Very good workmanship, top look- Including the sword pouch shown- Purchase only possible for persons of legal age!Product description:The blade:Was forged by hand from high-quality 1045 carbon steel and through-hardened to a hardness of 45 HRC, for good flexibility and hardness of the blade.It has a blood groove for weight optimisation and a ground hamon. Polished in the traditional way, which makes the blade really very attractive.It is sharply ground!The handle:Has been made from solid wood, which ensures good stability and durability.The handle is wrapped in cotton in the traditional way, this material offers 100% grip and absorbs sweat well.2 wooden pins allow the blade to be held firmly in the handle.The saya (sword sheath):Made of wood, matt black lacquered. This lacquer finish looks very classy and does not leave fingerprints on the saya.Black sageo (ribbon) made of cotton and gold-coloured shito domes (decoration at the eyelet opening).Dimensions:- Total length of the sword with saya: approx. 104 cm- Blade length: approx. 71 cm- Handle length: approx. 29 cm- Weight without saya: 1150 g- Weight with saya: 1375 gAccording to German law, the purchase of this item is only permitted for persons of legal age. We check the age of every buyer!Please make sure that the deposited recipient accepts the delivery personally and can prove his age with an identity card. The age and identity will be checked by the delivery service upon delivery.Please note that orders without proof of age will not be handed over!Due to the special treatment of this item, delivery to packing stations or parcel acceptance points is unfortunately not possible.

95 .00*