A katana is a type of Japanese sword, sometimes known as a “samurai sword”. The term “katana” my be applied to any curved Japanese sword with a blade longer than 60 centimeters, but the term is sometimes used incorrectly used as a generic name for Japanese swords.
The katana has a distinctive appearance—its blade is curved, slender, and has a single edge. The grip is long to accommodate both of the user’s hands, and the guard is either circular or square. As historical weapons, katana have become synonymous with the samurai image from feudal Japan. Katana have become renowned for their exceptional sharpness and cutting ability, and in current popular culture, the myth of katana has far exceeded its actual limitations.
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