Shadow Dancer Enraged Red Japanese Sea Wave Carbon Steel Katana

Combining fantasy-inspired designs and impeccable craftsmanship, this Shadow Dancer masterpiece from the Nova Series exudes fury and rage caged in a katana.

Forged from 9260 spring steel, the higher silicon content produces a blade with impressive flexibility, shock resistance, and resilience. Meanwhile, its elegant shobu zukuri (resembling an iris leaf) style is known for its enhanced piercing ability with superior cutting and slashing performance.

As its name implies, the fittings on this katana—inlcuding the maru gata (round) tsuba, fuchi,and kashira—feature turbulent waves that reflect the sea’s wrath. This motif reminds us of the duality of nature, where the sea can be both a source of life and destruction. It also represents resilience, adaptability, and has deep spiritual significance. Others such as the gold-toned habaki and seppa add warmth to bring harmony to the overall piece.

True to tradition, a single mekugi secures the full tang blade to the wooden core tsuka covered with red samegawa and tightly wrapped black artificial silk tsuka ito for a durable and secure grip.

This piece is then completed by a red and black lacquered tsuka, reminiscent of volcanic rock and lava—perfectly aligned with the sword’s theme and aesthetic.