Few Demon Slayer blades carry the quiet grace of Kanao’s, and that restraint is exactly what we set out to honour in this Tsuyuri Kanao katana. Where other swords shout, this one composes itself — a clean 72 cm cutting blade, soft floral mounts and a presence that reads as discipline rather than spectacle.
Specifications
| Component | Detail |
|---|---|
| Blade steel | 1060 carbon steel, hand-polished |
| Tsuba | Sculpted iron |
| Saya | Lightweight lacquered wood |
| Tsuka | Synthetic shagreen leather |
| Menuki | Carved iron menuki kit |
| Mekugi | 2 bamboo mekugi |
| Tang | Full-tang |
Dimensions
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Total length | 103 cm |
| Blade length | 72 cm |
| Handle length | 25 cm |
| Blade width | 3.2 cm |
| Blade thickness | 0.7 cm |
| Weight | 1.4 kg |
Forging & Steel
The blade is forged from 1060 carbon steel, a high-carbon alloy that sits at the sweet spot for a working anime katana: hard enough to take and hold a real edge, springy enough to forgive a beginner’s handling. It is hand-polished to draw out the grain and the temper line, then mounted on a true full-tang that runs the length of the handle and locks the whole sword into one continuous, impact-tolerant piece. Two bamboo mekugi pin the tang so the katana can be fully disassembled for cleaning and oiling.
Mounts & Fittings
A sculpted iron tsuba guards the hand and sets the balance point close to the grip, while carved iron menuki nestle under the wrap. The handle is bound in synthetic shagreen — a durable, ethical alternative to real ray skin — for a secure hold under tension. The lightweight lacquered wood saya finishes the floral, soft-toned aesthetic that makes this one of the most collectible Demon Slayer swords on a stand.
Is it battle-ready?
Yes. This is a sharpened, full-tang 1060 carbon-steel blade, not a wall-hanger — it handles light tatami practice and demonstration cutting while looking the part on display. Explore the rest of our anime katana range, including the Zenitsu katana and the Giyu Tomioka katana.
