• The tanto’s blade comes with a Gunome (Zigzag) Abrasave Hamon , Engraved Scorpion and Kanmuri Otoshi Zukuri. There are always two bamboo mekugi (pegs) holding the handle together.
• A tightly wrapped Black Faux Leather Handle (Tsuka-Ito) with  a two-piece Black Same’Gawa (Rayskin).
• A Neverending Dragon Copper Tsuba & Fittings. The most exquisite pieces of the sword, the tsuba, koshira, menuki, and fuchi add its finishing touches.
• The Gold Brass Habaki & Seppa holding the blade, handle and tsuba together.
• For the best sheathing and handling, great swords always need a good sheath and sageo cord. This sword has a Enchanted Branch Black Ultimate Saya with a Black Leather Sageo.

This sword has a total sword length of 21.3″ ~ 54cm. Its blade measures 12.2″ ~ 31cmcm, and its handle 5.9″ ~ 15cm.

We make every blade to order, using traditional techniques passed down through generations.

This is all to ensure top quality for you. No two pieces are alike – so unique designs are forged and assembled specifically for you. Whether it be cutting ability or a piece of art for the house… Click here to see our full catalogue of tanto swords. Here’s what will happen right after you order:

We hand-forge and perfect your sword

Your order will start processing 24 hours after you place it. This is a time we leave for any changes you’d like to make. A couple of days later, our master swordsmith starts to forge your sword’s blade. About a week later, our togishi (blade polisher and sharpener) takes charge to finish the blade.

It’s then time to assemble the sword. For most custom swords (in 85% of cases) we have blades, fittings, and other components ready to go. In these cases, the full assembly of the sword takes from one to two weeks. For more complex swords (in 15% of cases), it can take us around three-four weeks, up to at most six to have it assembled.

We send you pictures of your tanto/kanto knife sword for approval

Once the sword is ready and assembled, we take its pictures. We always do many angles to make sure everything is exactly as you ordered.

We send you these pictures by email. Your custom ninjato isn’t shipped until we get your full approval for the sword’s looks. There are big-size pictures taken from the front, from the side, and the top… And also close-ups of most angles.

We ship your custom-made tanto/kanto knife

Once you approve the pictures, we send your sword by either our Expedited or our Express Service. This ensures speedy delivery times.

• Expedited Shipping is Available in Australia, Canada, Germany, and France | FREE, takes two-three weeks to arrive
• Express Shipping is Available Worldwide | 49.95$ with UPS or FedEx, takes from three days to a week and a half to arrive

Please note that you can have an import tax to pay depending on your location. You must take into account since we cannot pay it for you and is not our responsibility. In most cases, it ranges from 10 to 40$ depending on your country and the price of your sword.

Our master forgers take their time to make sure each sword’s blade has just enough detail…

Whether you choose a simple 1060 High Carbon blade, or want a more complex blade, like a Folded or Clay-Tempered one… Or perhaps even a Kobuse blade… Our swordsmith can create pretty much any design you wish for.

Then our assemblers take care of creating the best sword possible with the remaining pieces… like the habaki and seppa, the tsuba and its fittings, and the saya and sageo pairing.

If you look closely at our swords’ adornments, every piece looks as though it belongs right where its meant… On top quality blades, such as these only found in storybooks or movies about medieval Japan. And yet, they exist for a fraction of the price, here and now.

• The tanto’s blade comes with a Red and Black Microplating and Single Full-Length Bo-Hi (Wild Groove). There are always two bamboo mekugi (pegs) holding the handle together.
• A tightly wrapped Dark Brown Rayon Handle (Tsuka-Ito) with  a two-piece Red Same’Gawa (Rayskin).
• A Solo Dragonfly Copper Tsuba & Fittings. The most exquisite pieces of the sword, the tsuba, koshira, menuki, and fuchi add its finishing touches.
• The Gold Brass Habaki & Seppa holding the blade, handle and tsuba together.
• For the best sheathing and handling, great swords always need a good sheath and sageo cord. This sword has a Black Glossy Saya with a Light Brown Rayon Sageo.

This sword has a total sword length of 21.3″ ~ 54cm. Its blade measures 12.2″ ~ 31cmcm, and its handle 5.9″ ~ 15cm.

We make every blade to order, using traditional techniques passed down through generations.

This is all to ensure top quality for you. No two pieces are alike – so unique designs are forged and assembled specifically for you. Whether it be cutting ability or a piece of art for the house… Click here to see our full catalogue of tanto swords. Here’s what will happen right after you order:

We hand-forge and perfect your sword

Your order will start processing 24 hours after you place it. This is a time we leave for any changes you’d like to make. A couple of days later, our master swordsmith starts to forge your sword’s blade. About a week later, our togishi (blade polisher and sharpener) takes charge to finish the blade.

It’s then time to assemble the sword. For most custom swords (in 85% of cases) we have blades, fittings, and other components ready to go. In these cases, the full assembly of the sword takes from one to two weeks. For more complex swords (in 15% of cases), it can take us around three-four weeks, up to at most six to have it assembled.

We send you pictures of your tanto/kanto knife sword for approval

Once the sword is ready and assembled, we take its pictures. We always do many angles to make sure everything is exactly as you ordered.

We send you these pictures by email. Your custom ninjato isn’t shipped until we get your full approval for the sword’s looks. There are big-size pictures taken from the front, from the side, and the top… And also close-ups of most angles.

We ship your custom-made tanto/kanto knife

Once you approve the pictures, we send your sword by either our Expedited or our Express Service. This ensures speedy delivery times.

• Expedited Shipping is Available in Australia, Canada, Germany, and France | FREE, takes two-three weeks to arrive
• Express Shipping is Available Worldwide | 49.95$ with UPS or FedEx, takes from three days to a week and a half to arrive

Please note that you can have an import tax to pay depending on your location. You must take into account since we cannot pay it for you and is not our responsibility. In most cases, it ranges from 10 to 40$ depending on your country and the price of your sword.

Our master forgers take their time to make sure each sword’s blade has just enough detail…

Whether you choose a simple 1060 High Carbon blade, or want a more complex blade, like a Folded or Clay-Tempered one… Or perhaps even a Kobuse blade… Our swordsmith can create pretty much any design you wish for.

Then our assemblers take care of creating the best sword possible with the remaining pieces… like the habaki and seppa, the tsuba and its fittings, and the saya and sageo pairing.

If you look closely at our swords’ adornments, every piece looks as though it belongs right where its meant… On top quality blades, such as these only found in storybooks or movies about medieval Japan. And yet, they exist for a fraction of the price, here and now.

• The tanto’s blade comes with an Clay-Tempered Hamon in a Gunome (Zigzag) pattern. There are always two bamboo mekugi (pegs) holding the handle together.
• The Gold Brass Habaki & Seppa holding the blade, handle and tsuba together.
• For the best sheathing and handling, great swords always need a good sheath. This sword has a Dark Huali Wood Saya and Handle (Tsuka-Ito)

This sword has a total sword length of 21.3″ ~ 54cm. Its blade measures 12.2″ ~ 31cmcm, and its handle 5.9″ ~ 15cm.

We make every blade to order, using traditional techniques passed down through generations.

This is all to ensure top quality for you. No two pieces are alike – so unique designs are forged and assembled specifically for you. Whether it be cutting ability or a piece of art for the house… We’ve got great tanto swords for you at Swords For Sale. Here’s what will happen right after you order:

We hand-forge and perfect your sword

Your order will start processing 24 hours after you place it. This is a time we leave for any changes you’d like to make. A couple of days later, our master swordsmith starts to forge your sword’s blade. About a week later, our togishi (blade polisher and sharpener) takes charge to finish the blade.

It’s then time to assemble the sword. For most custom swords (in 85% of cases) we have blades, fittings, and other components ready to go. In these cases, the full assembly of the sword takes from one to two weeks. For more complex swords (in 15% of cases), it can take us around three-four weeks, up to at most six to have it assembled.

We send you pictures of your tanto/kanto knife sword for approval

Once the sword is ready and assembled, we take its pictures. We always do many angles to make sure everything is exactly as you ordered.

We send you these pictures by email. Your custom ninjato isn’t shipped until we get your full approval for the sword’s looks. There are big-size pictures taken from the front, from the side, and the top… And also close-ups of most angles.

We ship your custom-made tanto/kanto knife

Once you approve the pictures, we send your sword by either our Expedited or our Express Service. This ensures speedy delivery times.

• Expedited Shipping is Available in Australia, Canada, Germany, and France | FREE, takes two-three weeks to arrive
• Express Shipping is Available Worldwide | 49.95$ with UPS or FedEx, takes from three days to a week and a half to arrive

Please note that you can have an import tax to pay depending on your location. You must take into account since we cannot pay it for you and is not our responsibility. In most cases, it ranges from 10 to 40$ depending on your country and the price of your sword.

Our master forgers take their time to make sure each sword’s blade has just enough detail…

Whether you choose a simple 1060 High Carbon blade, or want a more complex blade, like a Folded or Clay-Tempered one… Or perhaps even a Kobuse blade… Our swordsmith can create pretty much any design you wish for.

Then our assemblers take care of creating the best sword possible with the remaining pieces… like the habaki and seppa, the tsuba and its fittings, and the saya and sageo pairing.

If you look closely at our swords’ adornments, every piece looks as though it belongs right where its meant… On top quality blades, such as these only found in storybooks or movies about medieval Japan. And yet, they exist for a fraction of the price, here and now.

• The tanto’s blade comes with Round Unokubi-Zukuri (Wild Groove). There are always two bamboo mekugi (pegs) holding the handle together.
• A tightly wrapped Brown Rayon Handle (Tsuka-Ito) with  a two-piece White Same’Gawa (Rayskin).
• A Simple Opening Iron Tsuba & Fittings. The most exquisite pieces of the sword, the tsuba, koshira, menuki, and fuchi add its finishing touches.
• The Gold Brass Habaki & Seppa holding the blade, handle and tsuba together.
• For the best sheathing and handling, great swords always need a good sheath and sageo cord. This sword has a Brownish Red Glossy Saya with a Brown Rayon Sageo.

This sword has a total sword length of 21.3″ ~ 54cm. Its blade measures 12.2″ ~ 31cmcm, and its handle 5.9″ ~ 15cm.

We make every blade to order, using traditional techniques passed down through generations.

This is all to ensure top quality for you. No two pieces are alike – so unique designs are forged and assembled specifically for you. Whether it be cutting ability or a piece of art for the house… We’ve got the perfect tanto sword/knife for you at Swords For Sale. Here’s what will happen right after you order:

We hand-forge and perfect your sword

Your order will start processing 24 hours after you place it. This is a time we leave for any changes you’d like to make. A couple of days later, our master swordsmith starts to forge your sword’s blade. About a week later, our togishi (blade polisher and sharpener) takes charge to finish the blade.

It’s then time to assemble the sword. For most custom swords (in 85% of cases) we have blades, fittings, and other components ready to go. In these cases, the full assembly of the sword takes from one to two weeks. For more complex swords (in 15% of cases), it can take us around three-four weeks, up to at most six to have it assembled.

We send you pictures of your tanto/kanto knife sword for approval

Once the sword is ready and assembled, we take its pictures. We always do many angles to make sure everything is exactly as you ordered.

We send you these pictures by email. Your custom ninjato isn’t shipped until we get your full approval for the sword’s looks. There are big-size pictures taken from the front, from the side, and the top… And also close-ups of most angles.

We ship your custom-made tanto/kanto knife

Once you approve the pictures, we send your sword by either our Expedited or our Express Service. This ensures speedy delivery times.

• Expedited Shipping is Available in Australia, Canada, Germany, and France | FREE, takes two-three weeks to arrive
• Express Shipping is Available Worldwide | 49.95$ with UPS or FedEx, takes from three days to a week and a half to arrive

Please note that you can have an import tax to pay depending on your location. You must take into account since we cannot pay it for you and is not our responsibility. In most cases, it ranges from 10 to 40$ depending on your country and the price of your sword.

Our master forgers take their time to make sure each sword’s blade has just enough detail…

Whether you choose a simple 1060 High Carbon blade, or want a more complex blade, like a Folded or Clay-Tempered one… Or perhaps even a Kobuse blade… Our swordsmith can create pretty much any design you wish for.

Then our assemblers take care of creating the best sword possible with the remaining pieces… like the habaki and seppa, the tsuba and its fittings, and the saya and sageo pairing.

If you look closely at our swords’ adornments, every piece looks as though it belongs right where its meant… On top quality blades, such as these only found in storybooks or movies about medieval Japan. And yet, they exist for a fraction of the price, here and now.

• The tanto’s blade comes with an Clay-Tempered Hamon in a Middare (Irregular) pattern and Hazuya Polished. There are always two bamboo mekugi (pegs) holding the handle together.
• A tightly wrapped Dark Brown Rayon Handle (Tsuka-Ito) with  a two-piece Black Same’Gawa (Rayskin).
• A Dragon’s Rhythm Iron Tsuba & Fittings. The most exquisite pieces of the sword, the tsuba, koshira, menuki, and fuchi add its finishing touches.
• The “Leopard” Carving Gold Brass Habaki & Seppa holding the blade, handle and tsuba together.
• For the best sheathing and handling, great swords always need a good sheath and sageo cord. This sword has a Black Glossy Saya with a Dark Brown Rayon Sageo.

This sword has a total sword length of 21.3″ ~ 54cm. Its blade measures 12.2″ ~ 31cmcm, and its handle 5.9″ ~ 15cm.

We make every blade to order, using traditional techniques passed down through generations.

This is all to ensure top quality for you. No two pieces are alike – so unique designs are forged and assembled specifically for you. Whether it be cutting ability or a piece of art for the house… We’ve got the perfect tanto sword for you at Swords For Sale. Here’s what will happen right after you order:

We hand-forge and perfect your sword

Your order will start processing 24 hours after you place it. This is a time we leave for any changes you’d like to make. A couple of days later, our master swordsmith starts to forge your sword’s blade. About a week later, our togishi (blade polisher and sharpener) takes charge to finish the blade.

It’s then time to assemble the sword. For most custom swords (in 85% of cases) we have blades, fittings, and other components ready to go. In these cases, the full assembly of the sword takes from one to two weeks. For more complex swords (in 15% of cases), it can take us around three-four weeks, up to at most six to have it assembled.

We send you pictures of your tanto/kanto knife sword for approval

Once the sword is ready and assembled, we take its pictures. We always do many angles to make sure everything is exactly as you ordered.

We send you these pictures by email. Your custom ninjato isn’t shipped until we get your full approval for the sword’s looks. There are big-size pictures taken from the front, from the side, and the top… And also close-ups of most angles.

We ship your custom-made tanto/kanto knife

Once you approve the pictures, we send your sword by either our Expedited or our Express Service. This ensures speedy delivery times.

• Expedited Shipping is Available in Australia, Canada, Germany, and France | FREE, takes two-three weeks to arrive
• Express Shipping is Available Worldwide | 49.95$ with UPS or FedEx, takes from three days to a week and a half to arrive

Please note that you can have an import tax to pay depending on your location. You must take into account since we cannot pay it for you and is not our responsibility. In most cases, it ranges from 10 to 40$ depending on your country and the price of your sword.

Our master forgers take their time to make sure each sword’s blade has just enough detail…

Whether you choose a simple 1060 High Carbon blade, or want a more complex blade, like a Folded or Clay-Tempered one… Or perhaps even a Kobuse blade… Our swordsmith can create pretty much any design you wish for.

Then our assemblers take care of creating the best sword possible with the remaining pieces… like the habaki and seppa, the tsuba and its fittings, and the saya and sageo pairing.

If you look closely at our swords’ adornments, every piece looks as though it belongs right where its meant… On top quality blades, such as these only found in storybooks or movies about medieval Japan. And yet, they exist for a fraction of the price, here and now.

• The tanto’s blade comes with a Gunome (Zigzag) Hamon. There are always two bamboo mekugi (pegs) holding the handle together.
• A tightly-wrapped Light Brown Rayon Handle (Tsuka-Ito) with a two-piece Black Same’Gawa (Rayskin).
• A “Tree’s Dragon” Brass Tsuba & Fittings. The most exquisite pieces of the sword, the tsuba, koshira, menuki, and fuchi add its finishing touches.
• The “Tiger Claw” Gold Brass Habaki & Seppa holding the blade, handle and tsuba together.
• For the best sheathing and handling, great swords always need a good sheath and sageo cord. This sword has a Black Matte Saya with a Light Brown Rayon Sageo.

This sword has a total sword length of 19.9″ ~ 50.6cm. Its blade measures 11.8″ ~ 30cm, and its handle 7.7″ ~ 19.6cm.

We make every blade to order, using traditional techniques passed down through generations.

This is all to ensure top quality for you. No two pieces are alike – so unique designs are forged and assembled specifically for you. Whether it be cutting ability or a piece of art for the house… We’ve got the perfect tanto sword for you at Swords For Sale. Here’s what will happen right after you order:

We hand-forge and perfect your sword

Your order will start processing 24 hours after you place it. This is a time we leave for any changes you’d like to make. A couple of days later, our master swordsmith starts to forge your sword’s blade. About a week later, our togishi (blade polisher and sharpener) takes charge to finish the blade.

It’s then time to assemble the sword. For most custom swords (in 85% of cases) we have blades, fittings, and other components ready to go. In these cases, the full assembly of the sword takes from one to two weeks. For more complex swords (in 15% of cases), it can take us around three-four weeks, up to at most six to have it assembled.

We send you pictures of your ninjato/chokuto sword for approval

Once the sword is ready and assembled, we take its pictures. We always do many angles to make sure everything is exactly as you ordered.

We send you these pictures by email. Your custom ninjato isn’t shipped until we get your full approval for the sword’s looks. There are big-size pictures taken from the front, from the side, and the top… And also close-ups of most angles.

We ship your custom-made ninjato

Once you approve the pictures, we send your sword by either our Expedited or our Express Service. This ensures speedy delivery times.

• Expedited Shipping is Available in Australia, Canada, Germany, and France | FREE, takes two-three weeks to arrive
• Express Shipping is Available Worldwide | 49.95$ with UPS or FedEx, takes from three days to a week and a half to arrive

Please note that you can have an import tax to pay depending on your location. You must take into account since we cannot pay it for you and is not our responsibility. In most cases, it ranges from 10 to 40$ depending on your country and the price of your sword.

Our master forgers take their time to make sure each sword’s blade has just enough detail…

Whether you choose a simple 1060 High Carbon blade, or want a more complex blade, like a Folded or Clay-Tempered one… Or perhaps even a Kobuse blade… Our swordsmith can create pretty much any design you wish for.

Then our assemblers take care of creating the best sword possible with the remaining pieces… like the habaki and seppa, the tsuba and its fittings, and the saya and sageo pairing.

If you look closely at our swords’ adornments, every piece looks as though it belongs right where its meant… On top quality blades, such as these only found in storybooks or movies about medieval Japan. And yet, they exist for a fraction of the price, here and now.

Begin by customizing the core elements of your sword:

• Sword Type & Length – Katana, wakizashi, tanto, odachi, or naginata, with your chosen length and shape.
• Sori (Curvature) – Select the curvature that suits your style.
• Kissaki (Tip) – Choose from multiple tip designs.
• Bo-hi (Fuller Groove) – Optional groove for a lighter and balanced feel.

Next, select the steel and lamination method:

• Options include 1060 carbon steel, 1095 carbon steel, T10 tool steel, Damascus, and the highly prized Tamahagane steel – collected from the rivers surrounding Longquan and forged over weeks using our traditional process.

Add the hamon (temper line):

• Eight natural, clay-tempered styles or four free abrasive styles.
• Customize the boshi (hamon finish on the kissaki).

Finish your blade with:

• Polish styles – enhance the hamon with a mirror-like finish from our togishi (professional polisher).
• Custom colors or engraving for a personal touch.

Then, move to the fittings:

• Habaki & Seppa – custom collar and spacers.
• Tsuba (Guard) and decorative fittings (koshirae, menuki, fuchi) – more than 170 styles available.
• Tsuka (Handle) – choose length, handle wrap, and samegawa (ray skin under wrap) color.

Finally, customize the saya (scabbard):

• Dozens of finishes and colors.
• Optional hand-drawn engraving.
• Sageo (cord) – 19 different colors to finish your build.

Your design is now complete – ready to become a one-of-a-kind work of art.

We hand-forge and perfect your sword

• Orders begin processing 24 hours after payment to allow time for changes.
• Forging starts with the chosen steel and lamination method, shaped by our master swordsmith.
• About a week later, our togishi polisher enhances the finish and detailing.

Assembly Time:

• 85% of swords are assembled within 1-3 weeks if parts are in stock.
• Complex builds may take 2-3 months, in some cases up to 4 months.

Longer lead times apply to:

• Odachi & naginata
• Sanmai, Shihozume, Kobuse, and Tamahagane laminations
• Non-standard lengths or sori
• Special kissaki or bo-hi styles
• Rare hamon or polish types
• Custom habaki designs or saya upgrades

We send you pictures of your sword for approval

Once the sword is assembled, we photograph it from multiple angles – front, side, top, and close-up details – so you can confirm every detail matches your order.

No sword is shipped until you approve its appearance.

We ship the package

After approval, your sword is shipped via Expedited or Express services:

• Expedited Shipping – FREE (SF-Express/EMS, 2-3 weeks) to Canada, France, Germany, Australia.
• Express Shipping – FREE (UPS/FedEx, 1-2 weeks) worldwide.

Note: Import duties/taxes may apply based on your country. These are the buyer’s responsibility.

Why Choose Swords For Sale?

• Largest customization range online
• Hand-forged by experienced swordsmiths with decades of expertise
• True Japanese forging traditions combined with modern precision
• Hundreds of fittings and decorative options
• Guaranteed quality with global delivery

Steel Types Comparison Table

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How much does a custom sword cost?

From $199, depending on steel, fittings, and customization.

Q: What’s the difference between a katana, wakizashi, and tanto?

• Katana – long sword (over 60 cm blade)
• Wakizashi – mid-length sword (30-60 cm)
• Tanto – short sword (under 30 cm)

Q: How long does it take to make?

Most orders are finished in 3-5 weeks. Complex builds take longer.

Q: Do you ship internationally?

Yes – we deliver to over 20 countries.

Q: Can I add an engraving?

Yes – add kanji, names, dates, or symbols to your sword or saya.

Start Your Custom Sword Design Today

Choose your type, materials, and decorative details. Our swordsmiths will bring your vision to life with expert craftsmanship and attention to detail.

Begin now and create a unique Japanese sword that’s truly yours.