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Blue blades. Painted scabbards. Fine details.
A blue blade on display, a wolf on a white scabbard or a quieter black-and-silk design. These handcrafted, Japanese-style tantos offer the details of a larger sword in a smaller format. Compare the models below by blade finish, handle wrapping and saya, the scabbard that completes the piece.
Aoto Tanto has an electric-blue blade with a white streak pattern, black cotton wrapping and a simple circular iron guard. It puts the color of the blade first.
Seiryu Tanto also pairs a blue T10 blade with a black handle, but uses silk wrapping, an iron guard with relief detail and a deep navy saya with a silver accent band. Compare those fittings if you like a blue blade but want a different look when the sword is sheathed.
Shirayuki Tanto combines a blue T10 blade with white silk wrapping and a white saya decorated with ink-style artwork and a silver wolf design. The black sageo cord adds a dark accent to the white scabbard.
Byakuen Tanto takes the opposite approach: white tiger artwork across glossy black wood, with gray handle wrapping. Its blade is listed as T10 steel. If you plan to keep your tanto sheathed on display, compare the artwork as closely as the blade.
Enzan Tanto brings a blue-green-gold gradient to its wooden saya. Brown silk wrapping and a copper guard give it warmer accents than the blue-and-black models.
Aozora Tanto stays with navy tones, pairing silk wrapping with a deep blue saya and white bamboo motif. Both models list T10 tool steel and a visible hamon. Enzan suits a display built around several colors; Aozora keeps the palette more consistent.
Hagane Tanto combines a Damascus steel blade with black silk wrapping, a copper guard and a black lacquered saya. Choose it if you want the blade's pattern to be the main detail, with simpler colors around it.
Yami Tanto carries the dark finish onto the blade, guard, silk wrapping and glossy black saya. White diamonds show through the handle wrap. For this model, confirm the steel grade with us before ordering; its specification still needs clarification.
The eight tantos shown here measure 50 cm overall, about 19.7 inches, with a 33 cm blade, about 13 inches. Our four wakizashi models measure 80 cm overall with 52 cm blades. That is a useful difference to keep in mind when choosing a piece for a shelf or display cabinet.
Measure the space with both the sword and scabbard in mind. A display with the blade drawn needs room for the saya beside it, as well as the stand. For a gift, check the recipient's available space and preferred colors before deciding between a tanto, wakizashi and a full-size katana.
These modern tantos have longer blades than the under-30 cm definition used for traditional Japanese daggers. Use each product's measurements, rather than the category name alone, to judge the size you will receive.
Hagane is the Damascus option. Aoto, Seiryu, Shirayuki, Enzan, Aozora and Byakuen list T10 tool steel. Their colors and fittings differ even when the steel name is the same. Our katana steel guide explains the terms you will see in the specification tables.
Hamon details and colored finishes vary by model. A blue surface or a wave pattern alone does not identify how a blade was hardened. Compare the specifications and close-up photos together, especially if the steel or hamon is the part you care about most.
Keep the blade dry, avoid touching the steel with bare fingers and follow the model's care instructions. A soft cloth is the right place to start for lacquered scabbards. Avoid abrasive polish on artwork and colored blade finishes.
A tantō is a Japanese dagger. Traditional size definitions place its blade below 30 cm, as explained by The Metropolitan Museum of Art. The modern pieces in this collection are sold under the tanto name and have 33 cm blades. They are Japanese-style collectibles, rather than antique blades.
No. These are fixed-blade Japanese-style collection pieces supplied with a saya. They do not fold into the handle. At 50 cm overall, they are substantially larger than a pocket knife, even though they take up less display space than a full-size katana.
Yes. The eight product listings specify sharpened steel blades and full-tang construction, where the blade steel continues through the handle. We sell them for collection and display. Their smaller size does not make them toys or blunt practice props, so keep the edge secure during handling and storage.
No. Hagane is the model listed in Damascus steel; several other designs use T10 tool steel. A colored finish does not mean the blade is Damascus. Check the named material and the photos of the model you like, rather than choosing by color alone.
Yes. Each of the eight current listings includes the tanto, its wooden saya and a wooden display stand. The presentation and stand finish can vary by model. Check the individual listing if you are trying to match a stand you already own.
Yes. You can choose a tanto and a katana separately for a coordinated display. Match the handle wrapping or saya color if you want them to look like a pair, or use a contrasting finish. These tanto listings are individual products, not katana-and-tanto bundles. Check the stand dimensions and support points before arranging two blades together.
Contact us with the model name and the change you have in mind before ordering. We need to confirm whether the request is possible, along with any cost and preparation time. Please wait for that confirmation before ordering a personalized piece.
Eligible U.S. orders of $200 USD or more qualify for free standard shipping. Standard preparation takes 2-5 business days, followed by an estimated 10-20 business days in transit after dispatch. Import duties, import taxes and standard customs clearance fees are paid by us in advance. Check the shipping details and return policy before ordering.
Planning a larger display? Browse the handmade katana collection, compare our straight-bladed ninjato swords or explore display and care accessories. For help choosing between two tantos, send us their names.
