Training Katana for Sparring

HEMA Training Katana – Safe, Balanced, and Purpose-Built for Practice

TL;DR – Why This Training Katana Stands Out

• Realistic katana proportions (100 cm length, 1 kg weight)
• Safe blunt blade with flex for sparring
• Optimized balance for drills and free fencing
• Purpose-built for HEMA, Iaito, Kenjutsu & martial arts training, not decoration

Unlock the art of the sword safely with our Training Katana, a weapon engineered for martial artists, historical fencers, and practitioners who demand authentic handling without the risks of a live blade.

Unlike decorative replicas, this training katana has been designed from the ground up for Iaito, Kenjutsu, sparring, and fencing practice. It combines the geometry of a real blade with modern safety features, ensuring you train with confidence while preserving the traditional spirit of Japanese swordsmanship.

Key Features & Specifications

• Weight: 1020 g (2.25 lbs) – Light yet substantial for realistic practice
• Blade Length: 74 cm (29.1 in) – Optimal reach for drills and sparring
• Tsuka (Handle) Length: 26 cm (10.2 in) – Comfortable two-handed grip
• Overall Length: ~100 cm (39.3 in) – True katana proportions
• Distal Taper: 5.8 mm → 3.2 mm (0.23 → 0.12 in) – Balanced handling
• Flex Rating: 13 kg – Built-in flexibility to absorb strikes safely
• Point of Balance: 8 cm (3.1 in) from guard – Agile and responsive in the hand
• Construction: Secure screw pommel system for durability

Why Choose This Training Katana?

• Safe Training Blade – Dull-edged, safe tip with controlled flex to absorb impact during sparring.
• Authentic Katana Feel – Maintains traditional weight, length, and handling characteristics.
• Durable Build – Reinforced construction withstands repeated practice.
• HEMA & Dojo Ready – Perfect for iaito, kenjutsu drills, and free fencing.
• Modern Design, Traditional Spirit – Marrying centuries-old craftsmanship with safe training standards.

Train with Confidence

Whether you practice Laido, Kendo, Kenjutsu, HEMA, or cross-disciplinary fencing, this training katana offers the ideal balance between safety and realism. With its elegant tsuba design, secure construction, and carefully tuned balance, it feels like a true blade while keeping you and your sparring partners safe.

Perfect For:

✅ HEMA practitioners
✅ Kenjutsu and Kendo training
✅ Dojo sparring & partner drills
✅ Collectors seeking functional training swords

⚔️ Step into safe, authentic katana practice – order your HEMA Training Katana today and experience the perfect fusion of tradition and training efficiency.