{"product_id":"ninjato-japanese-ninja-sword-1060-black-blade-105cm","title":"Ninjato | Handmade Japanese Ninja Sword 1060 Carbon Steel Black Blade Black Handle Wooden Scabbard Full Tang Hand-Forged 105cm — Best Ninjato Under $70","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eNinjato\u003c\/strong\u003e is a handmade Japanese straight-bladed sword featuring a \u003cstrong\u003e1060 carbon steel blade with black finish\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eblack cord wrap handle\u003c\/strong\u003e — the straight-bladed shadow weapon of Japan's legendary covert warriors, crafted for collectors and practitioners who appreciate the art and history of ninjutsu. Full tang construction. 105cm. Under $70.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBest ninjato under $70. 1060 carbon steel: excellent balance of hardness and toughness. Black blade finish: shadow aesthetic, absorbs light. Straight blade: faster draw than katana in confined spaces. Square tsuba: functional, not ceremonial. All-black presentation: black blade + black cord handle. Wooden scabbard included. Full tang, hand sharpened, battle-ready. 105cm.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is a Ninjato — How Is It Different from a Katana?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ninjato is the straight-bladed sword of Japan's legendary covert warriors. Unlike the curved katana of the samurai, the ninjato has three key design differences that reflect a practical approach to combat. First, the \u003cstrong\u003estraight blade\u003c\/strong\u003e: draws faster in confined spaces (corridors, rooms, tight passages) where the katana's curve creates friction against the scabbard. Second, the \u003cstrong\u003esquare tsuba (guard)\u003c\/strong\u003e: functional rather than ceremonial — can serve as a step for climbing. Third, \u003cstrong\u003eshorter overall length\u003c\/strong\u003e in some variants: easier to maneuver in tight spaces. The ninjato is a tool of pure function, designed for shadow combat where samurai aesthetics have no place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Were Japan's Shadow Warriors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJapan's covert warriors (shinobi) were masters of espionage, sabotage, infiltration, and unconventional warfare. Operating in the shadows, they developed a complete system of skills — the art of stealth. The most famous clans came from the Iga and Koka regions of Japan. Their weapons, including the ninjato, were designed for practicality and concealment rather than the ceremony of samurai weapons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Black — The Shadow Aesthetic?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe black blade finish is the perfect aesthetic for a ninjato — a blade that absorbs light rather than reflecting it, reducing visibility in low-light conditions. The all-black presentation embodies the commitment to invisibility and shadow. A blade that disappears into the darkness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Is This For?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors searching for the best ninjato under $70\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFans of Japanese martial history who want an authentic-feeling straight-bladed sword\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCosplayers and convention-goers who want a straight-bladed shadow sword\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors who want a ninjato to complement their katana collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone searching for a unique Japanese sword gift under $70\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 105 cm (41 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Length: 72 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle Length: 27 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade Width: approx. 3 cm (1.2 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 1.2 kg (2.5 lbs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade: 1060 Carbon Steel, black finish, hand sharpened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle: Black cord wrap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuard: Square tsuba\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: Full tang, handmade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScabbard: Wooden scabbard (included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU: 7757697391\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrice: $69.99\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePackage Contents\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x Ninjato (1060 carbon steel, black blade)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x Wooden scabbard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x Cleaning cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: Stand not included\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShips from US local warehouse — fast domestic delivery. 18+ only.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"samuraiswordman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44816091218070,"sku":"7757697391","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0671\/7800\/4630\/files\/1605774680211.jpg?v=1743023190","url":"https:\/\/samuraiswordman.com\/products\/ninjato-japanese-ninja-sword-1060-black-blade-105cm","provider":"samuraiswordman","version":"1.0","type":"link"}