This katana is inspired by the legendary Dotanuki school, founded by Dotanuki Masakuni, known for crafting powerful, utilitarian blades during Japan’s Sengoku period. Renowned for their exceptional cutting power and durability, Dotanuki katanas were favored by samurai for their thick, heavy design and practical performance in battle.
This blade embodies the raw strength and functionality of Masakuni’s famed "torso-cutting" swords, making it a perfect choice for collectors and martial artists seeking authentic performance and historical significance.
Available in T10 Steel or Tamahagane Steel.
Simple and durable
Full tang
Iron koshirae set
Tsuka-maki with hishigami, full and tight
Fully functional sharpened blade
Specifications
Nagasa
28" (71 cm)
Tsuka
10.5" (26 cm)
Motohaba
3.2 cm
Sori
2.0 cm
Bohi
No Bohi
Mekugi
Double
Kissaki
Chu
Weight
2.5 lb (approx. 1.1 kg) without saya
*** IMPORTANT NOTE ***
All our katanas are hand-forged from scratch. Please allow approximately
3–6 months for forging and shipment.
Please check your country's laws regarding the importation and shipment of katanas before ordering.
We are not responsible for any additional customs duties, taxes, or fees imposed by your country.
For more information regarding customs requirements and the countries we ship to, please see our shipping policies page.
