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
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| Guard (Tsuba 鍔) |
Blackened iron tsuba with sunburst radial Sukashi design
Lightweight and balanced, offering subtle grip indexing and smooth draw
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| 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
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| Scabbard (Saya 鞘) |
Gloss black lacquered saya with ribbed section near the koiguchi
White cotton Sageo cord tied in traditional Kamakura style
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| Fittings (Koshirae 拵) |
Iron and copper components, including seppa and habaki details
Minimalist monochrome theme reflecting traditional Japanese aesthetics
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DIMENSIONS
| 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) |
