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Tanto(短刀）

Japanese swords under the blade length of 30cm (11.6 inches) are generally called TANTO. It was originally used as a supplemental weapon for Samurai on horseback, who used a pole weapon or long sword in the Kamaura-Muromachi period. Samurai aimed at an unprotected area of his enemy’s armor while having to fight with close distance. TANTO was named accordingly, depending on how you carry it, such as HUTOKORO-GATANA (懐刀; Stomach-Sword) or KOSHI-GATANA(腰刀; Waist-Sword) or else wise.

TANTO is also a gift for a bride from her family in a traditional Japanese wedding, as it is believed that TANTO would be sacred protection from evil power. Now, all the antique Japanese swords are regarded as pieces of artwork and are allowed to export overseas unless they are national treasures. So many people are enthusiastic about Japanese swords worldwide. Please check our collection below.

Updated: 12 Apr 2026

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  • Antique Japanese Sword Tanto<br> Signed by KANESADA <br> NTHK Kanteisho Certificate
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    Antique Japanese Sword Tanto
    Signed by KANESADA
    NTHK Kanteisho Certificate

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    Made in Japan
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    Signed: Kanesada
    Included: NTHK Kanteisho certificate, traditional sword carrying case, Sword maintenance kit, full exportation support

    Category Tanto
    Age Tensho era(天正) : Muromachi-Azuchi-Momoyama Period
    Swordsmith Noushu Shiimzu Jyu Izuminokami KANESADA(濃州清水住和泉守兼定)
    Certificate NTHK Kanteisho certificate
    Location Mino(Today’s Gifu Pref)
    Blade Size Length:27.8cm(10.9 inches)/Curvature:0.1 cm(0.04 inches)

    Thank you for visiting our website. This sword was sold as each antique Japanese sword is one of a kind. However, we might be able to show you something similar because we have various types of swords available. Also, there are ones that aren’t listed on the website yet. Our customer service will help you find your ideal blade you will cherish for generations. Please feel free to contact us or check the list of swords. We will be more than happy to help you.

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  • Antique Japanese Sword Tanto<br> Signed by Yoshimitsu<br> NTHK Kanteisho Certificate
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    Antique Japanese Sword Tanto
    Signed by Yoshimitsu
    NTHK Kanteisho Certificate

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    Made in Japan
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    SIGNED: Yoshimitsu

    Included: NTHK Kanteisho certificate, Shirasaya case, traditional sword carrying case, Sword maintenance kit, full exportation support

    Category Tanto(KO-TO)
    Age Dai-Ei era(大永): Muromachi Period(1521-1528 A.D.)
    Swordsmith Tosa Yoshimitsu
    Certificate NTHK Kanteisho certificate
    Location Tosa（Kouchi Pref.）
    Blade Size Length: 21.2 cm(8.34 inches) ,Curvature: 0 cm(0 inch)

    Thank you for visiting our website. This sword was sold as each antique Japanese sword is one of a kind. However, we might be able to show you something similar because we have various types of swords available. Also, there are ones that aren’t listed on the website yet. Our customer service will help you find your ideal blade you will cherish for generations. Please feel free to contact us or check the list of swords. We will be more than happy to help you.

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  • Antique Japanese Sword Tanto<br> Signed by Masakuni Doutanuki<br> NBTHK＆NTHK Certificate
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    Antique Japanese Sword Tanto
    Signed by Masakuni Doutanuki
    NBTHK＆NTHK Certificate

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    SIGNED: Masakuni

    Included: NBTHK&NTHK certificate, Shirasaya case, traditional sword carrying case, Sword maintenance kit, full exportation support

    Category Tanto(SHIN-SHIN TO)
    Age KAN-SEI era(寛政）: Late Edo period (1789-1801 AD)
    Swordsmith Doutanuki Masakuni(同田貫正国)
    Certificate NBTHK Hozon Certificate&NTHK Kanteisho certificate
    Location HIGO（Kumamoto Pref.）
    Blade Size Length: 20.0 cm(7.9 inches) ,Curvature: 0 cm(0 inch)

    Thank you for visiting our website. This sword was sold as each antique Japanese sword is one of a kind. However, we might be able to show you something similar because we have various types of swords available. Also, there are ones that aren’t listed on the website yet. Our customer service will help you find your ideal blade you will cherish for generations. Please feel free to contact us or check the list of swords. We will be more than happy to help you.

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  • Antique Japanese Sword Tanto<br> Signed by Kiyonaga <br>NTHK Certificate
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    Antique Japanese Sword Tanto
    Signed by Kiyonaga
    NTHK Certificate

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    Made in Japan
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    Signed: Kiyonaga
    Included: NTHK certificate, , Sword maintenance kit, full exportation support

    Category Tanto
    Age Tensho Period(1573-1593 A.D.)
    Swordsmith Namidaira Kiyonaga
    Certificate NTHK certificate
    Location Satsuma(Today’s Kagoshima)
    Blade Size Length:24.5 cm/Curvature:0.0 cm

    Thank you for visiting our website. This sword was sold as each antique Japanese sword is one of a kind. However, we might be able to show you something similar because we have various types of swords available. Also, there are ones that aren’t listed on the website yet. Our customer service will help you find your ideal blade you will cherish for generations. Please feel free to contact us or check the list of swords. We will be more than happy to help you.

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