Shogo's Katana Shop

How to Buy & Order Your Katana

Step 1: Submit the Inquiry Form

Tell us your budget, preferences, or your vision for a historical / custom blade. You can also request a forge visit here.

Contact Form

Step 2: Discuss & Fine-Tune via Email

Shogo will email you with tailored katana recommendations, photos and videos, and answers to your questions.

Step 3: (Optional) Zoom Call or Forge Visit

Want a closer look? Join a Zoom call or arrange a visit to the swordsmith's forge in Kyoto to finalize details.

You’ll also meet:
— The head of KYOTO YUSHIN (For Historical Katana)
— A swordsmith from GENSHOSHA (For Custom Orders)

Step 4: Sign Contract & Secure Your Sword

Once you are completely satisfied, review and sign the contract, then proceed with your payment to secure your katana.

京都勇進 KYOTO YUSHIN

From Kyoto's Dojo To Your Hands

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玄承社 GENSHOSHA

Innovation Forged with Tradition

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In Kyoto? Let’s Pick Out Your Katana in Person!

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Superior service

I was at the facility where Shogo and his partner, Yushin sensei, are selling the katana. I contacted Shogo beforehand and told him what kind of katana I was searching for and what my budget was.

They prepared 5 different ones. Each a beauty in itself and all at different price levels at the range of my budget. Since Shogo could provide translation from Yushin sensei he told me the story of origin of the katana I was interested in.

After I decided which katana I wanted to purchas they handled all the export bureaucracy. It took a while but it was worth it.

One of the best experiences I had in Kyoto

I had a fantastic experience at Yushinkan in 2024. I informed Shogo and Yushin Sensei about my budget and interests beforehand, and they guided me through a selection of beautiful weapons, letting me handle each to assess its handling and aesthetic qualities.

I ended up purchasing a long, tip-heavy shirasaya from the early Meiji period, which now serves as the centerpiece of my sword collection.

Shogo and Yushin handled all the bureaucratic matters related to exporting the swords from Japan. I had to wait a couple of months for it to arrive in the States, but it was entirely worth it. Highly recommended for all those interested in Japanese culture, historical weapons, and traditional martial arts.

Expert Guidance and Translation

I had a great experience purchasing a katana with Shogo. He is an exceptional translator and highly knowledgeable himself which allowed me to ask complex questions about the particular katana's history and the process of exporting from Japan. Shogo was communicative through the export process, which took a bit of time, but they handled all the paperwork and shipping.

Ready to begin your katana journey?

Let’s talk.

About Us

Endorsed by Let's ask Shogo

We are partnered with a Kyoto-based katana shop recommended by Let's ask Shogo, whose YouTube channel boasts 1.83 million subscribers. Transactions are facilitated through Shogo, renowned for his extensive knowledge and experience, ensuring a secure purchasing experience.

Offering Blades from Authentic Kyoto Dojos

We specialize in katana sourced from Kyoto Yuushin, an authentic dojo where traditional art swords are rigorously tested. Our selection includes high-quality blades curated by specialists under the guidance of the dojo's headmaster.

Supporting Kyoto's Young Swordsmiths

With only a handful of swordsmiths in their 20s and 30s nationwide, including three talented artisans from Genjosha in Kyoto, we commission new custom-made Japanese swords. These swords, vital for sustaining the Japanese sword industry, are available for purchase through our site.

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