Katanas

The traditional weapon of the samurai during feudal Japan, the katana features a slender, single-edged blade with a moderate curve and a long, two-handed grip. Changes in close combat fighting led to the rising popularity of this Japanese sword, which allowed a faster draw time due to being worn at the waist with the edge facing up. In a best case scenario, this design would allow a samurai to draw the sword and attack in a single motion. Functional katana are still used in modern martial arts. At Buying a Sword, you will find many traditional katana crafted with authentic forging techniques, including decorative katana and functional katana. Various limited edition katana and high quality samurai swords are beautiful enough for display and sturdy enough for use. Whether you need a martial arts katana for training or a superb collectible katana for decor, you will uncover many unbeatable Japanese blades here at Buying a Sword.
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Spring Sakura Katana

Item # SD35190
Bursting into vibrant color every spring, the sakura, or cherry blossom, soon fades and falls. The Spring Sakura Katana represents this beautiful Japanese illustration of the transience of life with a gorgeous cherry blossom motif.
$436.00 $378.00

Starlight Samurai Katana

Item # NP-KON09ST
Under the guidance of the stars and other celestial objects, you quickly find your prey. You defeat your enemies with the Starlight Samurai Katana. This functional sword looks great on the battlefield and on display in your home.
$139.90

Summer Lotus Katana

Item # SD35200
A fruitful season of growth and vitality, the summer season provides the inspiration for this lovely themed katana. The tsuba of the Summer Lotus Katana expresses a water garden scene with a lotus blossom and tree motif.
$436.00 $378.00

Sword of Battle

Item # ZS-926739-BA
Enemy soldiers surround the lone warrior, but the samurai remains undaunted. Years of ceaseless training and careful planning have led to this moment. Loyalty and honor reveal itself as the Sword of Battle moves with its master.
$41.00 $37.00

Tatsu-Maki Katana

Item # SD35120
Ominous clouds gather in the distance, thunder and lightning signifying just how close this torrent is. The fearsome dragon of legend escapes his prison, his catastrophic power pouring out in a cyclone from the Tatsu-Maki Katana.
$1,219.00 $924.00

Tenka Fubu Katana

Item # SD35240
Powerful, ruthless, and audacious, the Tenka Fubu Katana possesses all the elements that renowned military leader Oda Nobunaga was known for during his rule in medieval Japan. The design of this functional katana pays homage to him.
$836.00 $648.00

Tiger Elite Katana

Item # SH6006KFG
The Tiger Elite Katana has been re-designed from kissaki to kashira. Utilizing a hand forged and folded Performance Series katana blade and fine fittings available, the Tiger is equally at home as a cutting blade or showpiece.
$1,452.00 $1,245.00

Tonbo Katana

Item # SH2469
The dragonfly symbolizes courage, strength, and happiness to the Japanese, making them popular in artistic designs. This Tonbo Katana adopts many dragonflies into its beautiful design.
$1,408.00 $1,231.00

Tori Elite Katana

Item # SH6007KFE
The Tori Elite Katana from Hanwei combines a truly elegant design and a powder-steel forged and folded blade with the functionality of our Performance Series swords. This quality sword makes an excellent addition to any collection.
$1,284.00 $955.00

Tori XL Light Katana

Item # SH6007LFF
If you need a lighter blade but one that will reward you with clean cuts during your competitions, then be sure to wield the Tori XL Light Katana. This sword is great for competitive cutting. Use it during martial art practices.
$1,364.00 $1,049.00

Tri-Blossom Katana

Item # MC-MAZ-023F
Over the years you have learned the art of the sword. You display your skills and prowess before the emperor. You receive Tri-Blossom Katana as a gift. This elegant sword makes a great addition to a reenactment outfit or collection.
$160.00

Two Handed Zombie Slayer Katana

Item # NP-K-593-BK
Although the zombie outbreak has left the Edo Period in chaos, you still roam the land, living by the code of the samurai. The Two Handed Zombie Slayer Katana is the perfect weapon for a time-traveling adventure into a dystopian world.
$65.00