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#Terressens is the French store specializing in online sales of katana. The personalized engraving workshop will enable you to create a unique design on the blade of your Japanese sword!

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Discover Authentic Katanas,
Between Tradition and Japanese Craftsmanship

Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of the katana, symbol of Japanese craftsmanship and samurai honor. Our katanas combine tradition and craftsmanship, offering authentic and unique pieces, perfect for martial arts enthusiasts, collectors, or simply those who admire the timeless beauty of these legendary blades. Discover carefully selected, customizable models that pay tribute to this age-old heritage.

Find the katana that's right for you : ...see more

Sharpened katana

Katana: a symbol of the samurai caste, the katana (刀) is a sword (a curved, single-edged white weapon) with a blade measuring 60 to 80 cm. It is worn tucked into the belt, with the cutting edge pointing up ...see more

Sharpened katana

Sharp Wakizashi

Sharp Wakizashi

From € 128

Sharp Wakizashi

From € 128

Sharp Wakizashi

From € 128

Tantō and aiguchi sharpened

Sharp Tantō and aiguchi, the equivalent of a dagger

Tantō and aiguchi sharpened

From €101

Tantō and aiguchi sharpened

From €101

Tantō and aiguchi sharpened

From €101

- Discover our decision-making tool: What type of katana should I choose? -

The samurai (侍) are at the heart of Japanese history. For almost seven centuries (1185 - 1867),...view more

Selection of sharpened katanas

Sharp katana with scabbard (saya 鞘) in dark blue lacquered wood and raised gold filaments, braiding (tsuka-Ito 柄糸 and sageo 下緒) dark green | Sylve and water are my origins. The samurai I served chose to live on the shores of Lake Biwa (琵琶湖), Japan's largest lake.

155 €

Réf. 0511 (in stock) Réf. 0511 (out of stock)

"The Spirit of the Lake" sharpened katana

SharpKatana...see more

Sharp katana with scabbard (saya 鞘) in wood, supplied with protective fabric cover | As the proverb says: "The most beautiful flower is the cherry blossom, the best man is the warrior" (花は桜木人は武士).

164 €

Réf. 0490 (in stock) Réf. 0490 (out of stock)

Sakura, sharpened katana (桜 cherry blossom)

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Sharp katana, Soshu Kitae forge (steels 1045 / 1060 / 1095), genuine temper line (hamon 刃文), hand-sharpened, with black scabbard (saya 鞘), koiguchi (鯉口), Kurigata (栗形) and Kojiri (鐺) in natural horn, delivered in a composite wood case containing a maintenance kit, lacquered stand and protective fabric cover

860 €

Réf. 0575 (in stock) Réf. 0575 (out of stock)

Katana "Yain" (夜陰 in the shadow of night), Sushu Kitae, selective tempering, ito and dark blue sageo

SharpKatana...see more

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- Custom engraving on a katana blade -
Fudō Myōō (不動明王) in its dragon form wrapped around a sword...see more

Training

The bokken is a wooden training weapon reproducing the shape of a katana ...see more

Bokken

Bokken

Iaïtō

Iaïtō

Katana and decorative item

Intended for decorative purposes, these replica Japanese swords are beautifully decorated, but are not suitable for martial arts practice.

Decorative Katana

From €60

Decorative Katana

From €60

Decorative Katana

Tachi decoration

3D printed object

3D printed object

From €19

3D printed object

From €19

3D printed object

From €19

The tachi (太刀) is a Japanese sword, ancestor of the katana ...see more

Selection of decorative katanas

Katana decoration, black saya with screen-printed golden dragon, tsuba dragon and samurai | Lurking in the shadows, I keep watch. Reflecting the moon's rays, my scales gleam like metal plates.

60 €

Réf. 0459 (in stock) Réf. 0459 (out of stock)

Katana "Night Dragon"

Katana decoration ...see more

Collector's Katana with red saya (鞘) decorated with screen-printed dragon, tsuba (鍔) dragon | Born in a forge nestled in the heart of the sacred mountain, my symbol combines fire and dragon. My guard (鍔 Tsuba) and scabbard (鞘 Saya) recall this elemental and fantastic combination.

60 €

Réf. 0492 (in stock) Réf. 0492 (out of stock)

"Fire Dragon" decorative katana

Collectible Katana ...see more

Collector's katana, tsuba (鍔) "Triquetra" symbol, wooden scabbard (saya 鞘) covered in leather and white braiding, white cotton ito, supplied with lanyard for carrying on the back | I served and protected her, decimating her enemies. Mysterious, concealed by a hood, she appeared, accompanied by two captive lurkers.

68 €

Réf. 0495 (in stock) Réf. 0495 (out of stock)

Michonne's Katana, "Walking Dead" decoration version

Collectible Katana ...see more

Other frame

The shirasaya (白鞘) is a protective mount for a Japanese sword blade ...see more

Shirasaya and shikomitsue

From €109

Shirasaya and shikomitsue

From €109

Shirasaya and shikomitsue

From €109

Ninjato

From €105

Ninjato

From €105

Accessories and maintenance

To display your favorite katanas and swords, we've selected several models for you to ...see more

Stand

From €8

Stand

From €8

Stand

From €8

Katana care kit

Katana care kit

16 €

Customer reviews

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	Eric Cornet - Local Guide - Level 3 (February 2025) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very serious, responsive and professional company. This is my 3rd purchase from Terressens, and I'm sure it won't be my last. "Yougan" sharpened katana (溶岩 lava), red and black 1045 steel blade

	krys princess - 6 contributions (February 2025) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very serious and responsive, quality item well packaged and sent quickly I am delighted thank you very much! Ninjatō (忍者刀) "The Stealth", ninja sword (忍者)

EL	Eliott Lefebvre (january 2025) Beautiful katana inspired by piracy. Magnificent katana with many details, beautiful colors, both the blade and the engraving are in perfect condition when the product arrives in an attractive box. A katana reminiscent of pirates in Feudal Japan. Customer service that listens to me about engraving and a purchase that doesn't disappoint at all. Highly recommend. Katana collection "Wakō with personalized engraving

LM	LE MOAL (january 2025) Professional and attentive Professional and attentive. Quick to answer your questions. Delivered quickly and well packaged. Very good quality item. Thank you very much. L'Esprit du Lac" sharpened katana with personalized engraving and a two-seat katana stand

CL	customer (january 2025) High-quality Katana Ordered for a birthday. Fast shipping, very good quality katana. I recommend without hesitation. Katana collection "Wakō with single-seat katana holder

Practical information & magazine

How do I care for a katana blade?

Practical info #Terressens

Maintenance of a sword or saber is necessary to prevent oxidation (rust). Used oil must be removed ...see more

Katana metallurgy glossary

Practical info #Terressens

Quick dictionary for choosing your katana: homogeneous steel, Maru, damascus, 1045, 1060, true tempering line, Hamon...

Japanese quotes and proverbs

Magazine #Terressens

Our engraving workshop can personalize your katana blade with one or more engravings...see more

History of the katana: its evolution through the centuries

Magazine #Terressens

The katana, or Japanese sword, is a traditional bladed weapon steeped in ...see more

Is the katana authorized in France?

It is legal for adults to have a katana in their home. Use is, of course, limited. In fact, katanas, swords, daggers and knives are classified in category D. The purchase and possession of these weapons is unrestricted, but their sale is forbidden to minors.
To find out more: Is it legal to own a katana?

How heavy is a real katana?

The weight of a katana varies from 800 to 1,300 g, depending on its dimensions and the materials used.
The center of gravity (the katana's point of balance) is also important:

A katana's center of gravity: this is the point of balance. It determines the sword's sense of gravity.

It is usually located 10 / 15 cm from the tsuba (鍔 guard). The further away it is, the greater the sensation of weight.

What type of katana should I choose?

For lovers of tradition and authenticity, hand-forged katanas with carbon steel blades offer an experience close to that of the samurai of yesteryear.
Find out more: What type of katana should I choose?

History and symbolism of the katana in Japanese culture

More than just a weapon, the katana is a veritable icon of Japanese culture. A symbol of honor, discipline and ancestral know-how, it embodies the soul of the samurai and fascinates by its finesse as much as its effectiveness.
If you'd like to find out more about its history and significance, take a look at the detailed article on Wikipedia, as well as the one on #Terressens magazine.

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Olympic Games and Samurai

What connection can there be between the Olympics and ...read more

Hamon

The Hamon (刃文) or quench line is a discrete wave-shaped pattern ...see more

Celestial Dragon, Tianlong or Tien-long

In Chinese mythology, the Tianlong or Tien-long ...read more

Horimono

A horimono (彫り物) is an ornamental carving or sculpture made ...see more

Press review ...read more

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Discover Authentic Katanas,Between Tradition and Japanese Craftsmanship

Selection of sharpened katanas

Training

Katana and decorative item

Selection of decorative katanas

Other frame

Accessories and maintenance

Practical information & magazine

Is the katana authorized in France?

How heavy is a real katana?

What type of katana should I choose?

History and symbolism of the katana in Japanese culture

Olympic Games and Samurai

Hamon

Celestial Dragon, Tianlong or Tien-long

Horimono

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Discover Authentic Katanas,
Between Tradition and Japanese Craftsmanship