Hojo Katana – A Sword Honoring the Legacy of the Hōjō Clan

The Hojo Katana is a sword created to reflect the power, discipline, and elegance of the Hōjō family, one of the most important samurai clans in medieval Japan. The Hōjō served as regents (shikken) during the Kamakura shogunate and became symbols of authority, order, and martial discipline. This katana embodies their legacy: strong yet refined, functional yet beautiful.

A Blade Forged for Excellence

The blade is crafted from T10 high carbon steel, a material renowned for hardness and durability. Using the traditional clay tempering process, the blade develops a highly visible Gunome Chōji hamon, a pattern admired for its undulating clove-like shapes and rhythmic flow. This hamon is not etched or artificial but the true result of expert heat treatment. The blade is hand-polished to a high grade, revealing crisp lines, geometry, and a mirror-like finish.

• Steel: T10 high carbon steel, clay tempered.
• Hamon: Real Gunome Chōji, clear and authentic.
• Polish: High-grade traditional hand polish.
• Construction: Full tang, maru kitae, battle ready.
• Kissaki: O-kissaki, enhancing cutting performance.

Koshirae with Historical Elegance

The tsuka of the Hojo Katana is wrapped in Japanese brown silk ito, applied in hinerimaki style with hishigami, ensuring both durability and a secure grip. Beneath lies authentic black ray skin that adds resilience and traditional authenticity. The iron tsuba is simple yet elegant, designed for functionality while echoing historical aesthetics. Every fitting is carefully chosen to reflect the refined strength of the Hōjō clan.

• Tsuka: 27 cm, wrapped in Japanese brown silk.
• Samegawa: Real black ray skin for durability.
• Tsuba: Iron construction, traditional design.
• Fittings: Crafted for balance and security.

A Saya of Refined Craftsmanship

The saya is made from high-quality wood, lacquered in black kuroro ishime style, giving it both texture and elegance. Reinforced with buffalo horn at the koiguchi, kojiri, and kurikata, it guarantees durability and aesthetic harmony. The saya complements the blade perfectly, offering both practical protection and visual appeal.

Engineered for Tameshigiri

The Hojo Katana is battle ready, designed for serious practice in tameshigiri, kenjutsu, iaido, and battodo. Its weight and balance ensure precise control, smooth draw, and confident recovery. This makes it equally suitable for martial artists and collectors who value authenticity and performance.

Why Choose the Hojo Katana?

• Clay tempered T10 blade with exceptional resilience.
• Authentic Gunome Chōji hamon, highly visible and elegant.
• Brown silk tsukamaki with hishigami for lasting durability.
• Traditional black lacquered saya reinforced with buffalo horn.
• A sword inspired by the legacy of the Hōjō clan.

A Sword of History and Power

The Hojo Katana is more than a weapon — it is a link to Japan’s samurai past and a tribute to one of its most influential families. Every detail, from the clay tempered blade to the traditional koshirae, speaks of dedication to craft and respect for history. For practitioners seeking a reliable tool for training, or collectors looking to buy a real Japanese katana, the Hojo Katana represents strength, elegance, and heritage in perfect balance.

Available exclusively at YariNoHanzo, this katana is inspected and certified to meet the highest standards of authenticity and performance. Secure your own Hojo Katana and bring the enduring spirit of the Hōjō clan into your practice or collection.