Several chūnin, medical-nin, and shinobi of Konohagakure wear them strapped to their lower backs when going into battle. The version Root uses is straight and double-edged with no tip, …

The tanto is a dagger-like sword much smaller than a traditional katana and commonly appears in anime as a weapon for stealthy tactics. It is often depicted as a short katana with a standard …

Dec 6, 2023 · The Tanto is a distinct type of traditional Japanese sword, characterized by its short blade, typically ranging from 15 to 30 cm long. Unlike the longer katana, the Tanto was …

Mar 21, 2025 · Tantō is a shorter dagger (15-30 cm) designed for stabbing, while wakizashi is a medium-length sword (30-60 cm) suited for cutting and stabbing. Wakizashi was part of the …

The Tanto is mostly referred to as a short knife and the blade is either single or double edged. The edge could of been used for cutting Shōji doors or silent killing of sentries. Tantō are …

Aug 22, 2023 · This article is a completed guide about Tanto sword, it covers the history of tanto, some fun facts about tanto, the tanto measurements, difference between tanto, katana and …

They carry the tantō vertically on the back specifically behind the shoulder, Sai is one of the notable ones that uses the tantō, which he carries on his back behind the right shoulder. …

Feb 16, 2025 · The tanto is a traditional Japanese dagger originally designed for stabbing. With a blade typically under 30 cm, some tanto were small enough to be discreetly concealed within a …

The Tanto is a traditional Japanese short sword that was primarily used for thrusting, as well as for close-range combat. It has a straight blade that's usually around 15-30 cm in length, with a …

A Tanto (tantō, 短刀, "short sword") is one of the traditionally-made Japanese weapons that were worn by the samurai class of feudal Japan. The tanto is a type of dagger with a length …