Shirohana Kinkei Katana

The package includes the katana(s), carefully packed. Additionally, a Japanese fabric bag worth $25 is offered with each katana order. You also have the option to add accessories such as a stand, a certificate of authenticity, a cleaning kit, or a premium storage box to enhance your collection.

Each katana is crafted only after your order is placed. We never produce in advance and we do not keep pre-made katanas in stock. As soon as your order is confirmed, our craftsmen begin forging your katana specifically for you. Every piece is hand-forged in accordance with traditional Japanese techniques, ensuring exceptional craftsmanship and strict quality control at every stage.

By not storing our katanas, we preserve the purity of the materials, prevent oxidation caused by long-term storage, and ensure that you receive a freshly forged, authentic, and truly unique katana. Once completed, the katanas are shipped from China, allowing us to offer the best balance between delivery speed and cost efficiency.

Each katana offered on our store is handcrafted with meticulous attention to detail. Preparation times vary depending on the complexity of the model and the availability of the necessary materials. Once the order is confirmed, the estimated processing time is typically between 3 to 10 days.

As for delivery, it depends on several factors, including the chosen shipping carrier, potential customs inspections (due to the nature of our products), and the final destination. Generally, the delivery timeframe ranges from 5 to 15 days after shipment.

However, we want to highlight that exceptional circumstances, such as logistical delays or peak periods, may extend these timeframes. While we do our best to ensure fast and efficient delivery, it is not possible for us to provide a precise delivery date.

Due to the unique nature of our katanas, we use specialised shipping methods to ensure fast and secure delivery while minimising the risk of customs delays. Generally, we ship via UPS, known for its reliability. If this shipping method is not available, we rely on our secondary partner, SF Express, to ensure your order is delivered under the best possible conditions.

We take every precaution during the shipping process to help prevent customs fees. In nearly all cases, our customers receive their orders without any extra charges. Our logistics team works hand in hand with trusted partners to ensure that every shipment is properly documented and packaged to avoid delays or additional costs.

While extremely rare, customs authorities in some countries may impose import duties depending on local regulations. If this happens, please be aware that such charges are the responsibility of the buyer, as outlined in our Disclaimer.

No, buying a katana is not illegal in Australia, but rules vary significantly from one state or territory to another. Katanas are classified as controlled or prohibited weapons depending on the state, and purchase is restricted to adults 18 and older, with an adult signature generally required upon delivery.

In NSW, Queensland, Western Australia, Tasmania, the Northern Territory and the ACT, you can freely buy and own a katana without a permit. In Victoria and South Australia (since 1 July 2025), the rules are stricter and a Prohibited Weapons Permit or exemption may be required, particularly for active possession or transport.

That said, we can share our own experience: we have already shipped many katanas to customers in these stricter states, and to this day, none of them have reported any issue receiving or keeping their katana. Of course, it remains essential to store your katana responsibly at home, avoid any public transport or display, and never use it inappropriately. Each customer remains responsible for complying with their local state regulations.