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Katana blog

Stories, craftsmanship, and the spirit behind every sword.
Dive into the world of handcrafted swords, samurai traditions, and the craftsmanship that shapes every blade.

Blade jihada details of the katana crafted by swordsmith Kunimune
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What Is Jigane?

Jihada – The Skin of the Katana Steel When we talk about the beauty of a Japanese sword, it’s not just the elegant shape that’s been passed down through history. There’s also something called “jiga...

The Curve of a Katana–Sori
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What is the curve on a katana? Sori

What Is “Sori”? “Sori” means the curve of a katana. If you draw a straight line from the tip of the blade to the bottom of the back edge, the distance from that line to the deepest part of the curv...

Types of Katana Blade
2 min read
Types of Katana Blade

You may have seen many different katanas, but you might have overlooked that katana blades also come in many types. The most common blade shape today is shinogi-zukuri—this is what you’ll usually s...

a person holding a katana
3 min read
What is the best katana grip for beginners?

you got a katana. great. but now what? holding it right is where everything starts. and no, it’s not just grabbing the handle and swinging like in anime. let’s keep it simple, clear, and actually u...

How much is a katana?
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How much is a katana?

Katana prices vary widely — an antique-grade katana can sell for tens of thousands of dollars, while a modern real katana made from steel might cost just a few hundred. That’s a price gap of more t...

Cleaning tools for katanas
6 min read
How to clean a katana?

Alright, let’s dive into the world of katana care. Just like cars, boats, or other high-maintenance gear, swords need regular care. This is especially true for iconic pieces like the katana, which ...

What is a short katana?
4 min read
What is a short katana?

wakizashi’s not just a short katana. You’ve probably heard of the katana—everyone has. Long, curved, legendary. But what about the other one? The smaller katana. The blade that never left a samurai...

How heavy are katanas?
3 min read
How heavy are katanas?

Understanding the Weight and Balance of the Samurai Sword When people imagine a katana, they often focus on its elegant curve, deadly edge, or cultural symbolism. But another crucial detail defines...

How long are katanas? a complete guide to japanese sword length
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How long are katanas? a complete guide to japanese sword length

The Definitive Guide to Samurai Sword Lengths The Katana is arguably the most recognized sword in the world—curved, sleek, and steeped in centuries of samurai tradition. But for collectors, martial...