The Shirasagi no Katana (“White Heron Sword”) embodies purity, precision, and calm strength. Forged from folded Damascus steel, the blade reveals mesmerizing layered grain and a soft wave hamon, mirroring ripples over still water. Its pristine white tsuka paired with a deep black lacquer saya symbolizes the perfect harmony of light and shadow — serenity balanced by power.
SPECIFICATIONS
| Blade |
Hand-forged Damascus steel (Hada pattern visible with layered mokume and itame grain) Shinogi-zukuri geometry with chu-kissaki and geometric yokote Polished to a bright mirror finish revealing the Damascus layers |
| Guard (Tsuba 鍔) |
Blackened iron tsuba with sunburst radial Sukashi design Lightweight and balanced, offering subtle grip indexing and smooth draw |
| Handle (Tsuka 柄) |
White cotton Hineri-maki wrap over authentic black ray skin (Samegawa) Traditional twin bamboo Mekugi pins securing the full tang Iron Kashira with textured motif for visual continuity and secure grip |
| Scabbard (Saya 鞘) |
Gloss black lacquered saya with ribbed section near the koiguchi White cotton Sageo cord tied in traditional Kamakura style |
| Fittings (Koshirae 拵) |
Iron and copper components, including seppa and habaki details Minimalist monochrome theme reflecting traditional Japanese aesthetics |
| Length with scabbard | 103 cm (40.55 inches) |
| Blade length | 71 cm (27.95 inches) |
| Handle length | 27 cm (10.63 inches) |
| Blade width | 3.2 cm (1.26 inches) |
🚚 Worldwide Shipping
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Laws regarding bladed weapons vary by country and region. It is your responsibility to verify local regulations before purchasing.
Yes, this is our exclusive service. Before shipping, we carefully inspect each product one-on-one and send photos directly to your email.
Yes, we ship worldwide. However, it is the customer's responsibility to ensure that importing bladed weapons is legal in your country or region.
We accept returns within 30 days of delivery for unused, unmodified items in original packaging.
We offer multiple steel types: 1045 Carbon Steel, 1060 Carbon Steel, 1095 High-Carbon Steel, T10 Tool Steel, and Manganese Steel — each suited to different performance and budget needs.
Most of our modern Katanas are handcrafted in China, in a region that is world-renowned for its specialization in making high-quality, affordable swords.
At MINKATANA, every blade is forged by seasoned master craftsmen who dedicate their skill and passion to each piece. From the folding of the steel to the finishing of the handle, our katanas are built to the highest standards — true collector's pieces worthy of display and admiration.
