Katana Emaki 絵巻 – T10 Steel, Hand-painted Black Saya
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Description and specifications
Katana Emaki is a rare collector's piece inspired by the ancient Japanese art of emaki, the hand-painted illustrated scrolls. Its distinctive feature is a deep black lacquered saya adorned with vivid hand-painted figures from Japanese legend, rendered in rich oranges, reds and whites. Paired with a crimson ito handle and a T10 hamon blade, this katana is a narrative work of art.
SPECIFICATIONS
| Blade material | T10 steel with real Hamon + high-quality grinding |
| Fittings | Hand-carved copper mountings |
| Overall length | 103 cm (40.6 in) |
| Blade length | 71 cm (28.0 in) |
| Handle length | 27 cm (10.6 in) |
| Blade width | 3.2 cm (1.3 in) |
DESCRIPTION
The 絵巻刀 — Katana Emaki draws its identity from the emakimono, the legendary illustrated scrolls of Heian-period Japan. The saya (scabbard) is lacquered in deep glossy black and decorated along its full length with a hand-painted scene of legendary samurai and mythological figures in vivid oranges, crimson reds and ivory whites, evoking the storytelling tradition of ancient Japanese narrative art.
The tsuka (handle) is wrapped in rich crimson ito over black samegawa, with gilded menuki accents that catch the light with every grip. A navy blue sageo cord completes the look with traditional elegance. The blade is forged in premium T10 steel with an authentic hamon line, offering both robustness and visual authenticity.
Every element of this katana, the scabbard painted with stories, the crimson handle, the polished T10 blade, makes it one of the most visually distinctive pieces in any collection. 絵巻刀 — the Blade of the Painted Scroll.
Buying a sword in the UK
Sold only to adults aged 18 and over. Curved swords with a blade of 50 cm or more are hand-forged using traditional methods, as required by the Criminal Justice Act 1988 (Offensive Weapons) Order as amended in 2008.
Carrying a bladed article in a public place without good reason is an offence. Transport your sword wrapped, and only for a legitimate purpose (dojo, re-enactment, collection). Rules may differ in Scotland.
Care
- Wipe the blade after every handling with a soft cloth; never touch it with bare fingers.
- Apply a thin film of oil every few weeks to prevent rust.
- Store it horizontally in its saya, edge up, away from damp.
- Use only on suitable practice targets (rolled tatami mats, bamboo); never strike hard objects.
Read our full care guide.
Delivery, returns and age check
Free UK delivery, duties and import VAT included: nothing to pay on delivery. 1–3 working days to prepare, then 5–15 working days delivery.
18+, signed for: the carrier checks the buyer’s photo ID (passport or UK driving licence) and takes a signature. Parcels cannot be left with a neighbour or in a safe place.
30-day returns on unused swords in their original packaging. Engraved swords cannot be returned for a change of mind but are fully covered if faulty. Delivery · Returns · Terms of sale
Katana Emaki 絵巻 – T10 Steel, Hand-painted Black Saya
Why Tetsuren
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Katanas of the highest quality
Every Tetsuren katana is forged, tempered and polished by hand by specialist smiths, in high-carbon T10, 1095 or 1060 steel or folded Damascus, always with a full tang.
Each sword is checked before it leaves the workshop, then delivered free across the UK with duties included.
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