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Kurohana wakizashi full view on reddish wooden stand with woven-texture black saya and gold fittings

Kurohana Wakizashi (Carbon Steel) - blade detail

Kurohana Wakizashi (Carbon Steel) - handle and fittings

Kurohana Wakizashi close-up showing polished 1060 blade with bo-hi groove, copper tsuba with cherry blossom mon, brass habaki, and black ito with gold lion menuki

Kurohana Wakizashi (Carbon Steel) - 黒華の

$377.00

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Shinku wakizashi full view on ornate dragon display stand with black lacquered saya and red-black sageo

Shinku wakizashi blade detail showing Damascus fold pattern on polished steel with red diamond ito visible at handle

Shinku Wakizashi close-up showing Damascus blade with visible grain, copper sculpted tsuba with dragon relief, copper openwork habaki, and red-black cotton ito

Shinku Wakizashi (Damascus Steel) - full set on display

Shinku Wakizashi (Damascus Steel) - 真紅の

$468.00

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2-5 business days

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Aonami wakizashi full view on ornate dragon display stand with deep navy lacquered saya and blue wave blade drawn

Aonami Wakizashi close-up showing blue T10 blade with painted wave crest pattern near habaki, iron dragon tsuba in silver-gold, and black-blue cotton ito

Aonami Wakizashi (T10 Steel) - handle and fittings

Aonami Wakizashi (T10 Steel) - full set on display

Aonami Wakizashi (T10 Steel) - 青波

$477.00

Preparation

2-5 business days

Full Tang

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Tsukihana wakizashi full view on reddish wooden stand with white illustrated saya and navy-white sageo

Tsukihana Wakizashi (T10 Steel) - blade detail

Tsukihana wakizashi tsuba detail showing gold sculpted chrysanthemum flowers and openwork copper guard

Tsukihana Wakizashi (T10 Steel) - full set on display

Tsukihana Wakizashi (T10 Steel) - 月華

$379.00

Preparation

2-5 business days

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Kurohana: black and gold, with a bo-hi groove

Kurohana Wakizashi pairs a 1060 carbon steel blade with black cotton wrapping and warm gold-colored accents. A bo-hi groove runs along the blade, while the copper guard carries an engraved floral crest.

The wooden saya has a woven texture and gold-colored hardware. It gives Kurohana a different surface from the smooth lacquer on the other models, even with the blade sheathed. Look here if you want a black-and-gold piece with detail in the scabbard as well as the fittings.

Shinku: Damascus steel with red and black wrapping

Shinku Wakizashi puts the Damascus grain on show against a polished blade. Its copper guard has sculpted relief, and the copper blade collar has an openwork pattern.

Red-and-black cotton wraps the handle and continues into the thick cord around the black lacquered saya. Compared with Kurohana's black-and-gold finish, Shinku brings a stronger red accent and a patterned blade. It is the Damascus model in this four-sword collection.

Aonami: a blue blade with a wave design

Aonami Wakizashi carries its blue theme from the T10 blade to the black-and-blue cotton handle and deep navy saya. A painted wave crest sits near the blade collar, with a sculpted dragon on the iron guard.

This is the most colorful blade finish among these four models. The wave artwork and machine-made hamon are decorative details, distinct from the clay-tempered hamon listed for Tsukihana. Choose Aonami if the blue blade itself is what you want to feature in your display.

Tsukihana: white lacquer and chrysanthemum details

Tsukihana Wakizashi combines a T10 blade with white cotton wrapping and a white lacquered wooden saya. Its copper guard has openwork and gold-colored chrysanthemum flowers, echoed by the softer colors of the scabbard artwork.

A dragon-and-plant motif decorates the saya, with navy-and-white cord adding contrast. Tsukihana is the lighter-colored choice beside Kurohana and Shinku, and its blade specification lists a clay-tempered hamon. Compare the guard and saya close-ups if those floral details are what draw you to it.

Wakizashi vs katana: choosing the right size

A wakizashi offers a shorter Japanese sword silhouette than a full-size katana. All four models here measure 80 cm overall, about 31.5 inches, with 52 cm blades, about 20.5 inches. Their dimensions are the same, so your choice comes down to the steel, finish and fittings.

If you already own a katana, compare its measurements with the space you have left on your shelf or wall. Allow room for the saya as well as the sword if you plan to display the blade drawn. The stand's width and support points matter too.

For a more compact piece, our tanto collection has 50 cm models with 33 cm blades. You can also read our wakizashi and katana comparison for more on the two sword types.

1060, Damascus and T10: look at the details

Kurohana has a 1060 carbon steel blade with a bo-hi, the groove running along the steel. Shinku is the Damascus option, with grain visible across its polished blade. Aonami and Tsukihana both use T10 tool steel, but their finishes are quite different.

Tsukihana's specification lists a clay-tempered hamon. Aonami has a machine-made hamon and a painted wave design on a blue-treated blade. Choose between them for those actual details, rather than assuming every T10 blade has the same finish. Our katana steel guide explains the steel names.

For display, keep the blade dry and follow the care instructions on its product page. Avoid touching the steel with bare fingers or using abrasive polish on colored finishes and painted scabbards. A dry, soft cloth helps remove dust from the saya without rubbing away its decoration.

Wakizashi sword questions

What is a wakizashi?

A wakizashi is a Japanese short sword, traditionally paired with a katana. The Metropolitan Museum of Art describes a blade length between 30 and 60 cm. The 52 cm blades in this collection fall within that range. These are modern Japanese-style pieces for collection and display.

How long is a wakizashi sword?

Lengths vary between makers and models. Kurohana, Shinku, Aonami and Tsukihana each list an overall length of 80 cm (31.5 inches), a 52 cm blade (20.5 inches) and a 25 cm handle (9.8 inches). Check overall length when measuring a display space; blade length alone does not tell you whether the whole sword will fit.

What is the difference between a wakizashi and a tanto?

The wakizashi is the longer format. Our four wakizashi have 52 cm blades and measure 80 cm overall. The modern tantos sold here have 33 cm blades and measure 50 cm overall. For a display cabinet, that 30 cm difference in overall length can be more useful than the category name. Compare the product measurements and leave room for the scabbard and stand.

Are these wakizashi sharp?

Yes. All four models have sharpened steel blades and full-tang construction, with the blade steel extending through the handle. We sell them for collection and display. They are not blunt practice swords or toys; keep the edge secure when handling, displaying and storing them.

Is a display stand included?

Yes. Each listing includes the wakizashi, its wooden saya and a display stand. Kurohana and Tsukihana list wooden stands with a crest, while Shinku and Aonami include ornate dragon stands. Check the photos of the individual model if you want to coordinate it with a display you already have.

Can I add an engraving?

Yes. All four product pages offer an Engraving (Free) option at the same price as No Engraving. Select it on the product page and enter the text you want. If you need help with the wording or have a specific delivery date, contact us before ordering. Engraved items are personalized, so check the return policy before confirming your text.

Can I pair a wakizashi with a katana?

Yes, you can choose the two pieces separately for a coordinated display. Match the handle wrapping, saya color or fittings, or pick a contrast you like. The four products on this page are individual wakizashi, not katana-and-wakizashi sets. Before arranging both on one stand, check that it supports each sword at suitable points.

How does U.S. shipping work?

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. Personalized orders may need extra preparation. We pay import duties, import taxes and standard customs clearance fees in advance. See the shipping details for the full conditions.

Building a coordinated display? Browse our handmade katana, look at the smaller tanto models or check the dimensions of our display and care accessories. If you are deciding between two swords, send us the model names and the details you want to compare.