Shizen means nature — and this katana was conceived as a storm breaking over the green plains beyond Tokyo, all wild character and weather. The golden Damascus grain runs down the blade like lightning forking across a dark sky, and the whole sword is built for those drawn to natural force rather than polite restraint.
Forging & Steel
The blade is folded Damascus steel finished in gold, layered until the grain flows like weather across the metal — a pattern no stamped steel can imitate. The folding gives the blade both flexibility and a keen edge, blending natural character with traditional Japanese craft. It is made to be drawn and swung, not only admired. The flex in a folded blade is what lets it absorb the shock of a cut and return true, the quality that makes Damascus a favourite of practitioners as well as collectors.
Fittings
The furniture grounds the storm. The tsuba is finely carved iron, the saya is solid wood, and the tsuka is lacquered magnolia wood wrapped in stingray fish leather for a secure, lasting grip. The dark iron and plain wood let the golden grain of the blade do all the talking, exactly as a nature theme should.
Specifications
| Component | Detail |
|---|---|
| Blade steel | Damascus steel |
| Blade colour | Gold |
| Tsuba | Finely carved iron |
| Saya | Solid wood |
| Tsuka | Lacquered magnolia wood, stingray fish leather |
Dimensions
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Total length | 103 cm |
| Blade length | 71 cm |
| Handle length | 26 cm |
| Blade width | 3.2 cm |
| Blade thickness | 0.7 cm |
Is it battle-ready?
Yes. The folded Damascus blade is flexible and sharp, and the sword is marketed for Kenjutsu and Iaido practice as well as for display — a distinctive piece for a strong personality. It is a genuine functional katana, not a wall ornament. Explore the full katana collection, the master-grade Katana Tonbo, or the Damascus Tanto Ginga.
Verified owner
Arrived today and I’m not disappointed in the slightest, the quality is genuinely excellent. Thank you so much!