Tamahagane Owari Kaneyama Katana

Tamahagane Owari Kaneyama Katana

The Owari Kaneyama Katana from the Daimyo series by Kaizen Sword Art draws its inspiration from the historic sword-making region of Owari, renowned for robust and functional swords for high-ranking warriors. Kaneyama refers to strength, durability and reliability — essential qualities for the samurai who entrusted his life to his katana.
This katana does not embody poetry or myth, but determination. It is a sword built to serve, protect and perform — with restrained beauty and uncompromising functionality.

The Soul of the Samurai, Forged from Tamahagane
At the heart of this sword lies tamahagane, the legendary Japanese steel produced from iron sand (satetsu). This raw material is smelted and then carefully selected, folded and forged.
Through repeated folding, folded steel with a complex internal structure is created, perfectly balancing hardness and flexibility. The result is a vivid blade with character — a true handmade katana, no two ever identical.
Differential clay tempering creates a natural choji hamon. This flowing pattern is not only visually striking, but forms the functional transition between the hard cutting edge and the resilient spine of the blade. The hamon reflects both the craftsman’s skill and the soul of the steel.

Shinogi-Zukuri Blade with O-Kissaki
The blade is executed in classic shinogi-zukuri style — the most proven and respected blade geometry in Japanese sword tradition. This geometry provides optimal cutting performance, structural strength and control.
The pronounced o-kissaki (large tip) gives the sword a powerful and authoritative character. Historically, this type of tip was used on swords intended for decisive cuts and effective penetration. Combined with the real yokote and the absence of a bo-hi, the sword feels solid, stable and purpose-driven — ideal for tameshigiri and serious practice.
The subtle sori of approx. 1.9 cm ensures a natural cutting motion and excellent handling.

Tsuba – The Guardian Between Life and Death
The tsuba of this Owari Kaneyama Katana is inspired by classic Ono-school iron sukashi tsuba, as used during the late Muromachi period. This type of tsuba was known for its restrained elegance and functional strength.
For the samurai, the tsuba was far more than a hand guard. It was a spiritual boundary — the point where the life of the bearer transitioned into the responsibility of the sword. The open sukashi design symbolizes balance, breath and mental clarity, essential for a warrior acting with control under pressure.
This historical reference strengthens the bond between the samurai and his katana: not decoration to impress, but meaningful simplicity with depth.

Tsuka & Koshirae – Control, Tradition and Security
The tsuka is traditionally constructed in Ryugo style and fitted with genuine black ray skin (same). The gold-brown Japanese silk ito is extremely tightly wrapped, offering maximum grip, stability and safety.
With two mekugi, the mounting is reliable and suitable for functional use. The fuchi-kashira, menuki and tsuba form a harmonious whole that perfectly matches the restrained Owari character.
The saya is finished in deep black with gloss rings and fitted with horn koiguchi and kojiri, offering both durability and traditional luxury. The gold-brown sageo completes the set with a subtle reference to Daimyo-class status.

Key features of the Tamahagane Owari Kaneyama Katana
Hand-forged blade from traditional tamahagane steel
Based on iron sand, traditional Japanese production process
Folded steel with visible structure
Clay tempered with natural choji hamon
Sharp functional Japanese sword
Shinogi-zukuri blade without bo-hi
Pronounced o-kissaki with real yokote
Full tang construction
Tsuka with genuine black same
Extremely tight Japanese silk ito wrapping
Luxury saya with rings

Specifications – Tamahagane Owari Kaneyama Katana
Steel type: Tamahagane (folded steel)
Hamon: Hand-polished choji hamon
Blade style: Shinogi-zukuri
Bo-hi: No
Nagasa: 2.46 shaku (approx. 74.5 cm, excl. habaki)
Tsuka length: approx. 27.6 cm
Sori: approx. 1.9 cm
Weight: 985 grams
Kissaki: O-kissaki
Ito: Gold-brown Japanese silk, very tight wrap
Mekugi: 2
Sageo: Gold-brown Japan
Saya: Black with horn koiguchi and kojiri
Construction: Full tang
Condition: Shinken, fully sharp and functional

Who is the Tamahagane Owari Kaneyama Katana for?
This katana is designed for advanced practitioners, serious collectors and anyone seeking a handmade katana with historical authenticity, powerful performance and understated class. Those who value traditional craftsmanship, lively tamahagane and uncompromising functionality will find in the Owari Kaneyama a sword with authority.

Buy your Tamahagane Owari Kaneyama Katana
Experience the essence of Owari craftsmanship and Daimyo tradition. Order the Tamahagane Owari Kaneyama Katana by Kaizen Sword Art from Samurai-Katana-Shop.nl and add a sword built on strength, discipline and centuries-old knowledge.
This is a handmade katana. Minor variations in finish and dimensions are a natural characteristic of authentic craftsmanship. Regular maintenance and oiling of the blade are essential to keep the sword in optimal condition.