Ryūkage Ninjato (龍影) – Dragon Shadow

Ryūkage Katana Sword (龍影) specifications

• Hand-forged by our master swordsmiths.
• Carbon steel blade with bo-hi, sharpened or unsharpened at choice, full tang.
• Bo-Hi (棒樋): visible on the blade to reduce weight and improve balance.
• Scabbard (Saya 鞘): red lacquered wooden scabbard with black dragon painted on it.
• Sageo (下げ緒): black.
• Handle (Tsuka 柄): made of faux red stingray leather and wood.
• Tsuka-ITO (柄糸): black braided above the handle in diamond patterns.
• Menuki (目貫): black dragon.
• Guard (Tsuba 鍔): black alloy round with a dragon carved into the guard.
• Fuchi (縁): smooth black alloy.
• Kashira (頭): smooth black alloy.
• Habaki (鎺): gilded brass with kamon.

Dimensions

• Blade length: 27.95in
• Overall length including handle: 40.55in
• Length with scabbard: 41.34in
• Handle length: 10.43in
• Blade thickness: 0.28in
• Blade width: 1.26in
• Weight: 2.76 lb
• Package weight: 3.42 lb

Accessoires

• Scabbard: Included
• Katana stand: Not included

Ryūkage katana sword: design and finishes

The name Ryūkage (龍影) evokes the mysterious shadow of the dragon, that legendary creature that embodies power and wisdom in Japanese culture. This name perfectly captures the elusive essence of the ninja, who moves in the shadows like a dragon in the clouds. The dragon’s shadow symbolizes the invisible force that strikes without warning, a perfect combination of brute strength and tactical subtlety. This ninjato honors this ancient philosophy, where efficiency takes precedence over ostentation.

The carbon steel blade features a finely engraved bo-hi, which lightens the weapon while producing a characteristic whistling sound during rapid movements. The round black alloy tsuba features a dragon finely carved into the metal, creating a play of light and shadow that enhances the weapon’s mystical character. The handle harmoniously combines red stingray skin and wood, providing a firm and comfortable grip. The black diamond-patterned braiding of the tsuka-ito contrasts elegantly with the red base, while the menuki depict black dragons that seem to emerge from the depths of the handle. The scarlet red lacquered scabbard is adorned with a hand-painted black dragon, creating a striking visual ensemble complemented by the black sageo.

This straight blade respects the ninjato tradition while offering remarkable balance thanks to the bo-hi and its careful construction. The golden brass habaki decorated with a kamon adds a touch of refinement that contrasts with the martial sobriety of the whole. This weapon will appeal to collectors passionate about ninja history as well as martial artists looking for an authentic and functional ninjato. The Ryūkage embodies the spirit of the shadow warrior, where every detail contributes to creating a weapon that is as beautiful as it is formidable.