Can I buy as a first-time collector?

Yes. Browse the catalog and add any item marked 'Available for direct purchase' to your cart for checkout. For high-value or one-of-a-kind pieces marked 'Inquiry required', use the contact form and the listing dealer will respond with a quote and detailed photos.

How do I purchase a high-value or one-of-a-kind piece?

Items marked 'Inquiry required' are purchased by contacting the listing dealer through the inquiry or contact form. You will receive a quote and additional photographs before confirming the transaction.

Is international shipping available?

Shipping availability, methods, timelines, and costs are handled per transaction by the listing dealer. Please contact the dealer via the product page for details on your destination.

Can I buy a sword without a certificate?

TOUKENZA lists only NBTHK-certified blades.

How can I be sure the sword is authentic?

Every sword listed on TOUKENZA comes with an NBTHK certificate. A copy of the certificate is available at purchase.

How should I store my sword?

Store in a shirasaya at 40–60% humidity, away from direct sunlight.

What languages are supported?

TOUKENZA supports Japanese, English, German, French, and Traditional Chinese.

Authentic Japanese Swords for Sale | NBTHK Certified

Collection

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刀

Full-length Japanese swords including uchigatana and tachi

脇差

Medium-length companion sword, worn as part of daisho

短刀

Short blade for self-defense, prized for beautiful mountings

鍔・拵え

Sword fittings and guards—exquisite works of art in their own right

Knowledge

Explore the World of Japanese Swords

Deepen your knowledge of history, culture, and master swordsmiths

History of Japanese Swords

Trace the evolution from the Heian period to modern day

The Five Schools

Yamashiro, Yamato, Bizen, Soshu and Mino — Japan's regional sword traditions

Master Swordsmiths

Masamune, Muramasa, Kotetsu—legendary smiths of Japan

Warriors & Swords

Legendary blades wielded by samurai warlords

Famous Swords

Iconic blades including the Tenka Goken

Museum Guide

Museums and galleries exhibiting Japanese swords

Castle Guide

Explore Japan's historic castles and their heritage

Historical Events

Sekigahara, Honnō-ji, and other events tied to Japanese swords

Pop Culture

Japanese swords in film, anime, games and novels

Journal

From Our Column

2026-10-25

What Is Nenkimei — Reading a Tōkō's Active Period from the Date of Production Inscribed on the Nakago

The basics of nenkimei, in which the month and year of a sword's creation are inscribed on the nakago. Explains the conventions of "nigatsu-bi" and "hachigatsu-bi," how to read them when appreciating a sword, and cautions regarding later-added inscriptions.

2026-10-25

The Nobukuni School: The Lineage and Highlights of a Tōkō Tradition That Began in Yamashiro and Spread to Chikuzen

The Nobukuni School began in Yamashiro during the Nanbokuchō period and later relocated to Chikuzen. This article organizes the distinction between Yamashiro Nobukuni and Chikuzen Nobukuni, their relationship with Sōshū-den, and perspectives for appreciation.

2026-10-24

What is kaji-oshi (kaji-togi) — The first togi a tōshō performs after yaki-ire, and how it differs from the togishi's full togi

Kaji-oshi is the process in which the tōshō personally applies a whetstone to the blade after yaki-ire is complete. This article explains its purpose, tools, and differences from the togishi's full togi within the flow of the sword-making process.

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Philosophy

The Spirit of TOUKENZA

The spirit of the open guild, in Japanese swords

A “za” (guild) has, since the days of Japan’s free open markets, been a place where merchants and artisans gathered to test their craft and their wares against one another. TOUKENZA carries on that spirit: a marketplace where discerning sword dealers from across Japan come together. Only authentic, NBTHK-certified works, each chosen with a dealer’s full responsibility, are listed here.

Blades hand-selected by dealers across Japan, gathered in a single guild.

Why Choose TOUKENZA

A place that connects trusted dealers with assured quality

Certified Authentic

Certified by the NBTHK (Japanese Sword Museum). Authentic works only.

Listed by discerning dealers

Only dealers who pass our review can list swords. As a meeting place for discerning specialists, we aim to combine a broad selection with assured quality.

Multilingual Support

Support in 5 languages: Japanese, English, German, French, and Chinese.

A marketplace where discerning sword dealers gather. Authentic, NBTHK-certified blades — delivered worldwide.

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刀

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短刀

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