{"product_id":"shinka-katana-紫華-purple-blossom-hand-forged-sword","title":"Shinka Katana (紫華) — Purple Blossom Hand-Forged Sword","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eShinka Katana (紫華 — Purple Blossom)\u003c\/b\u003e stands out with its bold aesthetic and straight blade (\u003ci\u003eChokuto-style\u003c\/i\u003e), making it a truly unique collector's piece. Designed primarily for display and upscale interior decor, it honors traditional artisanal craftsmanship through intricate sculptural detailing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Construction \u0026amp; Performance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Straight blade profile, delivering a distinctive, modern geometric silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Steel:\u003c\/b\u003e High-strength manganese steel renowned for high toughness and structural integrity under stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSurface Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e Mirror-polished with vivid purple reflections achieved through specialized surface treatment, creating a striking color contrast under light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSharpness:\u003c\/b\u003e Available in \u003cb\u003eSharpened\u003c\/b\u003e (Razor-Sharp) or \u003cb\u003eUnsharpened\u003c\/b\u003e (Display Only).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFittings \u0026amp; Craftsmanship (Koshirae)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTsuba (Guard):\u003c\/b\u003e Finely sculpted brass featuring detailed motifs inspired by legendary epic lore and folklore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTsuka (Handle):\u003c\/b\u003e Solid hardwood core engineered for a stable, balanced grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHandle Wrap:\u003c\/b\u003e High-grade faux ray skin underlay paired with traditional \u003ci\u003eTsuka-Ito\u003c\/i\u003e cord wrap for rich texture and secure handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSaya (Scabbard):\u003c\/b\u003e Selected hardwood with a high-gloss lacquer finish, shielding the blade while complementing the sword's clean lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComponent\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMetric\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImperial (US)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eOverall Length (with Saya)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e103 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e40.5 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Length (Nagasa)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e71 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e28.0 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eHandle Length (Tsuka)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e26 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10.2 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Thickness (Motokasane)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0.75 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0.30 in (7.5 mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlade Width (Motohaba)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3.2 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.26 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Highlights\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVisual Exclusivity:\u003c\/b\u003e The straight purple blade creates an immediate focal point in any blade collection or modern space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDetailed Artistry:\u003c\/b\u003e Intricate brass tsuba work and tailored handle wrapping reflect meticulous aesthetic craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDisplay-Ready:\u003c\/b\u003e Perfect for enthusiasts looking for a bold, artistic statement piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIncluded Accessories:\u003c\/b\u003e Comes with a protective fabric carry bag and a themed sticker pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ma boutique","offers":[{"title":"Sharpened","offer_id":58348167856431,"sku":null,"price":209.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Unsharpened","offer_id":58348167889199,"sku":null,"price":209.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0996\/8110\/8271\/files\/6_1801bb60-c420-4b3a-a6f6-bfc107f4e34a_1.png?v=1787080405","url":"https:\/\/the-katana-workshop.com\/products\/shinka-katana-%e7%b4%ab%e8%8f%af-purple-blossom-hand-forged-sword","provider":"Ma boutique","version":"1.0","type":"link"}