About Us



Japanese Swords Ltd. is a rapidly growing player in the Japanese Sword market. Under the expert direction of Founder Ben Krieser, Jr. (with over 40 years of experience in Japanese swords and martial arts) the company has only grown during its 25 years in business.

Located in San Antonio, Texas, USA, our mission is to provide the highest standard of quality on each project we undertake: whether it be providing all manner of traditional sword parts and pieces or hand-crafting each handle or saya to a custom fit.

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What makes us so unique? First, all our work is done "in house" by our highly trained staff: meaning we do not need to send anything out and you can get your products back faster and cheaper!

But the real advantage we have is summed up in 3 words we hold dear:

Quality with Affordability

Also, we deal in buying, selling, and trading all manner of quality blades & fittings. In fact, we can even sell your blade for you by consignment.


We believe that we have established the best source for all your Japanese sword needs. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions.


And please read A Personal Letter from our Founder, Ben Kreiser.
Kreiser Sensei with Kuroda Sensei, the last Samurai
Ben Kreiser Sensei with
the Last Samurai, Kuroda Tetsuyan Sensei


Professional Memberships:

Min Ryu Shinto Ryu

San Antonio School of Kenjutsu

International Japanese Art Society

Japanese Sword Preservation Society

Nihon Bonsai Budo Society

Japanese Sword Society of the United States (JSSUS)