--- product_id: 143557088 title: "Full Tang Unokubitsukuri Carbon Steel Japanese Samurai Tanto Small Sword Short Katana" brand: "sj shi jian" price: "¥53250" currency: JPY in_stock: true reviews_count: 4 category: "Sj Shi Jian" url: https://www.desertcart.jp/products/143557088-full-tang-unokubitsukuri-carbon-steel-japanese-samurai-tanto-small-sword store_origin: JP region: Japan --- # Blade HRC 58 - razor-sharp hardness 1095 Carbon Steel - premium edge retention Full Tang - unmatched durability & balance Full Tang Unokubitsukuri Carbon Steel Japanese Samurai Tanto Small Sword Short Katana **Brand:** sj shi jian **Price:** ¥53250 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ⚔️ Own the legacy: wield the spirit of the samurai in every strike! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Full Tang Unokubitsukuri Carbon Steel Japanese Samurai Tanto Small Sword Short Katana by sj shi jian - **How much does it cost?** ¥53250 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.jp](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/143557088-full-tang-unokubitsukuri-carbon-steel-japanese-samurai-tanto-small-sword) ## Best For - sj shi jian enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted sj shi jian brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Compact Powerhouse Dimensions:** 20-inch overall length with a 12-inch blade—ideal for collectors and martial artists craving agility. - • **Authentic Japanese Craftsmanship:** Genuine rayskin handle wrapped in synthetic silk for a luxurious grip and timeless style. - • **Iconic Unokubitsukuri Blade Shape:** Unique half double-edged blade blends traditional aesthetics with versatile cutting power. - • **Unyielding Full Tang Construction:** Solid full tang design ensures superior strength and perfect balance for confident handling. - • **Masterfully Forged Samurai Precision:** Hand-forged 1095 carbon steel blade with water quenching for legendary sharpness and resilience. ## Overview This Full Tang Unokubitsukuri Carbon Steel Japanese Samurai Tanto is a meticulously handcrafted short katana featuring a 1095 high carbon steel blade hardened to HRC 58. With a 30 cm blade and 20-inch overall length, it combines traditional samurai design elements like a genuine rayskin handle and alloy tsuba with modern durability. Perfect for martial arts enthusiasts and collectors seeking authentic Japanese craftsmanship and razor-sharp performance. ## Description desertcart.com : Full Tang Unokubitsukuri Carbon Steel Japanese Samurai Tanto Small Sword Short Katana : Sports & Outdoors Review: Great for reverse grip, with the small light gaurd. - Im no sword expert, but this is the nicest of the few japanese style blades ive bought precoiusly. So I rated vs my others. This is the only blade that ive ordered that comes with paperwork. I cannot read however, it is in kana. But my other blades did not come with anything of the sort. I cant tell the stingray is authentic but it appears to be around the handle and not just a strip, that ends can be seen, as on some of my cheaper wall hangers. The corded handle wrap is tight and doesnt slide, as well as both ends being invisible. 2 of my blades, the end is just melted on, which will fail. This is well done. The draw is perfect. Its not falling out upside down, but can be drawn without a jerking yank. I always left my other blades a little pulled, so i wouldnt uppercut someone with my draw. This is smoothest of my 3 others. Excited about that. This has apparent laqoured wood sheath. One of my other blades has a synthetic top, if not the whole sheath. There is no hamone line, so i cant judge that. The weight is much lighter than my other tanto, but that has a larger tsuba gaurd. This has a very small tsuba but i didnt want like a cane sword or zatoichi without any gaurd. Without the weight and size of the large tsuba, makes this one ideal for reverse gripping. Im not intending to test the durability of any of my blades, but for how light it is, the blade does have a good spine on the back about half the blade before that tapers down. This happened to be one on a deal vs the other colors but I love purple, so I prefered the one that had a good deal. It looks like it went up after I bought this one. Review: Short katana ## Features - 1095 Carbon Steel, Blade HRC: 58, Full Tang, Blade Shape: Unokubitsukuri, Short Bo-hi - Fully Hand Forged, Water Quenching - Overall: 50 CM / 20 Inch, Blade: 30 CM / 12 Inch, Tsuka: 15 CM / 6 Inch, Blade Width: 3.2 CM / 1.26 Inch, Blade Thickness: 0.7 CM / 0.28 Inch - Alloy Tsuba, Genuine Rayskin Samegawa, Synthetic Silk Ito & Sageo ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07Q1GRNGL | | Best Sellers Rank | #939,999 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #1,634 in Martial Arts Swords | | Blade Length | 30 centimeters | | Blade Material | High Carbon Steel | | Blade Material Type | High Carbon Steel | | Brand | SJ SHI JIAN | | Brand Name | SJ SHI JIAN | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 17 Reviews | | Hand Orientation | Right | | Handle Material | Rayskin, Synthetic Silk | | Included Components | 1 tanto | | Item Dimensions L x W | 20"L x 1.26"W | | Item Type Name | tanto | | Manufacturer | SJ SHI JIAN | | Manufacturer Part Number | TU02 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Product Dimensions | 20"L x 1.26"W | | Product Style | Japanese | | Style | Japanese | | UPC | 613617610724 | | Warranty Description | providing maintenance suggestion | ## Product Details - **Blade Length:** 30 centimeters - **Blade Material:** High Carbon Steel - **Brand:** SJ SHI JIAN - **Handle Material:** Rayskin, Synthetic Silk - **Style:** Japanese ## Images ![Full Tang Unokubitsukuri Carbon Steel Japanese Samurai Tanto Small Sword Short Katana - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61qLg2X5GsL.jpg) ![Full Tang Unokubitsukuri Carbon Steel Japanese Samurai Tanto Small Sword Short Katana - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/618QSRxwX5L.jpg) ![Full Tang Unokubitsukuri Carbon Steel Japanese Samurai Tanto Small Sword Short Katana - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61NfCvDpR8L.jpg) ![Full Tang Unokubitsukuri Carbon Steel Japanese Samurai Tanto Small Sword Short Katana - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61phEFnBnwL.jpg) ![Full Tang Unokubitsukuri Carbon Steel Japanese Samurai Tanto Small Sword Short Katana - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51KoQPDnykL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Is it pre sharpend?** A: They are not a normal katana used in bushido seppuku sharper than razor sharp **Q: can this blade be fitted with a slightly larger tsuba?** A: YES, which tsuba do you like? Please send a message about it to us. **Q: Is it make in Japan?** A: No. These are all made in China. Due to international law following WW2, it is actually illegal for Japan to export any steel with high carbon content. But this one in particular is excellent quality. I am quite satisfied with this purchase and display it proudly. **Q: Made in China?** A: Idk where it is made but it is not cheap quality ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great for reverse grip, with the small light gaurd. *by P***Y on May 11, 2026* Im no sword expert, but this is the nicest of the few japanese style blades ive bought precoiusly. So I rated vs my others. This is the only blade that ive ordered that comes with paperwork. I cannot read however, it is in kana. But my other blades did not come with anything of the sort. I cant tell the stingray is authentic but it appears to be around the handle and not just a strip, that ends can be seen, as on some of my cheaper wall hangers. The corded handle wrap is tight and doesnt slide, as well as both ends being invisible. 2 of my blades, the end is just melted on, which will fail. This is well done. The draw is perfect. Its not falling out upside down, but can be drawn without a jerking yank. I always left my other blades a little pulled, so i wouldnt uppercut someone with my draw. This is smoothest of my 3 others. Excited about that. This has apparent laqoured wood sheath. One of my other blades has a synthetic top, if not the whole sheath. There is no hamone line, so i cant judge that. The weight is much lighter than my other tanto, but that has a larger tsuba gaurd. This has a very small tsuba but i didnt want like a cane sword or zatoichi without any gaurd. Without the weight and size of the large tsuba, makes this one ideal for reverse gripping. Im not intending to test the durability of any of my blades, but for how light it is, the blade does have a good spine on the back about half the blade before that tapers down. This happened to be one on a deal vs the other colors but I love purple, so I prefered the one that had a good deal. It looks like it went up after I bought this one. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Short katana *by N***K on January 9, 2025* ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great but a little expensive. It's quality though *by X***E on May 29, 2021* Smooth, sharp and pretty ## Frequently Bought Together - Full Tang Unokubitsukuri Carbon Steel Japanese Samurai Tanto Small Sword Short Katana - Ace Martial Arts Supply Japanese Samurai Katana Sword Maintenance Cleaning Kit --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.jp/products/143557088-full-tang-unokubitsukuri-carbon-steel-japanese-samurai-tanto-small-sword](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/143557088-full-tang-unokubitsukuri-carbon-steel-japanese-samurai-tanto-small-sword) --- *Product available on Desertcart Japan* *Store origin: JP* *Last updated: 2026-10-15*