Nothing says “Japan” like a Genuine Antique Samurai Sword

Kanbun Shinto Katana with Koshirae - Unique Japan

SOLD! A Kanbun Shinto Katana from the 17th century. Another customer realizes a lifelong dream made possible by Unique Japan.

Why settle for a replica when you can own a KEEPSAKE of REAL VALUE?

If you are currently living, travelling or stationed in Japan, a Samurai sword is perhaps the country’s finest keepsake. So much more than a simple souvenir, it will become a family heirloom for generations to cherish, preserve and remember you by.
Contrary to popular belief, it is 100% legal to own and export an antique or modern Japanese Samurai swords to the United States and to nearly every other country in the world.
And this is what sets UNIQUE JAPAN from other antique dealers in Japan. Our bilingual staff will not only find that perfect piece for you at a fair price, we WILL ARRANGE ALL REQUIRED PAPERWORK in compliance with Japanese law to legally and safely ship swords directly to your country, fully insured, from Japan at no extra cost.
We help make journey towards ownership exciting, satisfying and completely worry-free.
We are especially proud of our long-standing service relationship with US Armed Forces personnel stationed in Japan. Since 2007, we have sent dozens of antique Japanese Samurai swords stateside on their behalf to family and friends.

Getting Started!

Here’s what we encourage you to do:
* Educate yourself. The more one gets acquainted with Japanese swords, a clearer image of what you’re looking for will emerge.
Here is a very helpful article to begin with: 7 Points to Consider when Choosing Your Japanese Sword
* Shop online when you see a sword we have online that you want to invest in. Or, if have a clear idea of what you are looking for contact us and we will search for it. We can arrange then a private viewing in the Tokyo area with you.
* By far the best way to become a sword owner is to shop at one of our SWORD SHOWS. We generally produce at least four sword shows a year in Japan (two or more in the Kamakura area and two big shows on the island Okinawa). It’s really the best way to get acquainted with the real thing!
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