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Katana
A katana is a Japanese sword characterized by a curved, single-edged blade with a circular or squared guard and long grip to accommodate two hands. Developed later than the tachi, it was used by samurai in feudal Japan and worn with the edge... Wikipedia
Blade length: approx. 60–80 cm (24–31 in)
Mass: approx. 1.1–1.5 kg (2.4–3.3 lb)
Place of origin: Japan
Scabbard/sheath: Lacquered wood, some are covered with fish skin, decorated with brass and copper.
Used by: Samurai, Onna-musha, Ninja, Kendo, Iaido practitioners
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