Shadow Dancer Handmade Bamboo Koshirae Katana

As though drawn from the vastness of the cosmos, this Shadow Dancer katana evokes the tranquility and wonder of the night sky. 

Its o-kissaki (large tip) shinogi zukuri (ridge line runs along the blade’s length on both sides) blade is forged from tamahagane steel, then differentially heat treated and clay tempered to reveal the blade’s stunning jihada and subtle gunome (waves) hamon accentuated through traditional sashikomi polishing. 

Beautiful koshirae with bamboo motifs adorn the katana, including a cupronickel tsuba, fuchi, and kashira, as well as silver-toned menuki. Growing tall and straight quickly without snapping in harsh storms, the bamboo represents resilience, flexibility, strength, and the need to uphold upright virtues. With its symbolism deeply rooted in folklore, cultural, and religious traditions, the bamboo is also believed to bring positive energy and ward off evil spirits. Other fittings such as silver-toned seppa and cupronickel habaki complement the sword’s design. 

One mekugi secures the nakago within the handmade wooden Haichi style tsuka. White samegawa with normal emperor nodes serves as the foundational covering for the handle while the tightly wrapped tsukamaki uses Japanese silk ito. Super quality hishigami (folded paper wedges) are added beneath the wrap to ensure uniform hishigata (diamond shapes), add volume, and lock the ito in place. As a result, the grip is solid, secure, and much more durable. 

Completing the ensemble is a stunning oil lacquered saya with horn koiguchi, kurigata, and kojiri, paired with cupronickel shitodome and Japanese imported synthetic silk sageo. The scabbard’s galaxy theme channels the quiet majesty of the heavens, with bamboo koshirae that seems to reach for the skies, reminding warriors of their infinite potential. 

**The production time for a handmade saya will be 2 months longer. The paint finish for the saya may also be out of stock. Contact customer support for an alternative after placing an order.**