Nishijin Sword is proud to offer this custom Iaito sword, Arashiyama, which has been highly praised by many Japanese Iaido experts and Sensei for the skillful craftsmanship and the outstanding quality of each parts. Hand-crafted by the master of sword craftsman in Japan where the authentic Japanese sword is being produced. this Arashiyama allows you freely to choose each fitting, lacquer and blade type for your purpose. We ensure that each of all handmade Arashiyama iaito incorporates the traditional balance, form and finishing, required by all Iaido practitioners worldwide.

Sword Weight(without the Saya)

Blade Length	Atsukuchi (thicker) Blade	Usukuchi (standard) Blade	Appropriate Tsuka Length
2.25	820 - 840 gram	720 - 740 gram	8 Sun
2.30	830 - 860 gram	740 - 760 gram	8 Sun
2.35	840 - 880 gram	750 - 770 gram	8.5 Sun
2.40	860 - 900 gram	760 - 780 gram	8.5 Sun
2.45	880 - 940 gram	770 - 790 gram	8.5 Sun
2.50	900 - 960 gram	n/a	9 Sun
2.55	940 - 990 gram	n/a	9 Sun
2.60	960 - 1010 gram	n/a	9 Sun
2.65	980 - 1030 gram	n/a	9 Sun

Above weights are based on Arashiyama sword with brass Fuchi/Kashira, brass Menuki and iron Tsuba with 100 gram weight.

- Caution -
This Arashiyama Iaito sword(katana) is constructed using high quality materials. These swords are strictly for non-contact Iaido practice and display only. If the iaito are used to cut or hit anything, damage to the sword and its user may occur.