Kagemusha Katana Sword (影武者) – Shadow Warrior

Kagemusha Katana Sword (影武者) specifications

• Hand-forged by our master swordsmiths.
• T10 steel blade, sharpened or unsharpened at choice, full tang.
• Bo-Hi (棒樋): groove on the blade for balance and resonance.
• Scabbard (Saya 鞘): white grainy lacquered wood decorated with a samurai fresco.
• Sageo (下げ緒): blue cord.
• Handle (Tsuka 柄): faux black stingray leather on a wooden core.
• Tsuka-ITO (柄糸): blue diamond pattern weave above the handle.
• Menuki (目貫): black dragon ornaments.
• Guard (Tsuba 鍔): round black alloy shape with carved samurai and Japanese symbols.
• Kashira (頭): black sculpted alloy knob.
• Habaki (鎺): brushed brass.

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

Accessories

• Scabbard: Included
• Katana stand: Not included

Kagemusha katana sword: design and finishes

The Kagemusha katana sword (影武者) evokes the art of discretion, precision, and speed in the martial arts of the samurai. This katana pays tribute to the incredible skill and prowess of Japanese warriors in combat. incredible skill and prowess of Japanese warriors in combat.

Its T10 steel blade reveals a polished surface that reflects light with natural elegance, while the bo-hi carves a harmonious groove that lightens the structure while producing a characteristic resonance. The round black alloy tsuba features detailed engravings depicting a samurai in action, surrounded by traditional Japanese symbols. The handle combines the rough texture of black faux stingray skin with blue diamond-pattern braiding, creating a firm and aesthetic grip. The grainy white scabbard is distinguished by its hand-painted samurai fresco.