This katana, named "Ink Plum" (墨梅), embodies the understated elegance of traditional East Asian ink art.
The blade is forged from high-quality steel and finished in a deep, matte black, evoking the bold strokes of a calligrapher's brush on rice paper.
The handle (tsuka) is wrapped in black ito, providing a secure, authentic grip, while the black metal fittings add a touch of understated, antique elegance.
The centerpiece is its openwork tsuba (sword guard), crafted from black metal and intricately carved with plum blossom branches.
In Japanese and Chinese culture, plum blossoms (meihua) symbolize resilience, purity, and perseverance—blooming vibrantly even in the harshest winter.
The glittering blue saya (scabbard), with its iridescent finish, contrasts beautifully with the black blade, transforming the katana into a wearable work of art, rich in natural symbolism.
The blade can be customized to be either sharpened or unsharpened:
A sharpened blade is ideal for cutting practice and practical use.
An unsharpened blade is intended exclusively for display, collection, and cosplay.
Features:
Tang Type: Full Tang
Length: 104CM/40.9"
Handle Length: 27CM/10.6"
Weight: 1190g/41.9 Oz
Blade Material: 1065 Carbon Steel
Kashira, Tsuba Material: Steel
Habaki, Fuchi Material: Brass
Mekugi: Bamboo
Package: Carton
All sizes and dimensions are approximate.
Note: We use a carton package for shipping your order to avoid unnecessary express costs. Please DM/E-mail us if you need special gift packing, as it may need extra cost. All the pictures and videos listed are photographed by the real swords/katanas you will get. Please understand that the sword/katana's color may look different under different light environments.
