Sword Bag

Why do you need a sword bag?

For one thing, you should protect your investment. And for another, it's illegal in most states to carry around a live blade even if it is in its saya. Even if your sword never leaves your house, it's a good idea to store it in a case to keep out moisture and protect it against unforeseen damage.

The simplest type of sword bag is just a thin, rectangular, cloth bag that ties near the top. This will protect your sword against scratches, but it won't provide much protection if you accidentally drop the bag (or if someone accidentally kicks it over). Plus, there are usually no carrying handles on these simple bags which makes them kind of a pain to transport. However, if you're just looking for simple, traditional sword bag, these bags will work just fine. Bugei.com provides a good, simple bag (link).

If you want something more durable (which I highly recommend, especially if you transport your swords a lot), check out this sword bag by Hanwei:

I have one of these, and it's a great investment (for the quality you get, it's really not that expensive). It's made of high-density fabric, reinforced leather on the bottom, a shoulder strap, a carrying handle, heavy-duty zippers, a side compartment for water bottles, or other training supplies, two inside zip compartments, and an adjustable top to accommodate any sword length. I have the larger size (10" wide) which can fit three swords (there is an 8.5" wide medium version that can fit two swords comfortably as well). I usually carry a bokken or two and a shinai when I train. I can't say enough about this bag: it's durable, modern, and the best choice for transporting a few swords to and from the dojo. Highly recommended.

Whether you go with the basic cloth bag, or the Hanwei bag, you'll be glad you've got something to hold your sword in. Without a sword bag, you'll quickly find that carrying your sword around wrapped up in an old sheet (like I've done) is a pain in the butt!

*Disclaimer: Swords are very dangerous weapons that can hurt, maim, or kill people if not handled properly. Handle swords with care in every circumstance. If you don't know how to handle a sword properly, don't touch it. Use every safety precaution available when handling any weapon. This website claims no responsibility for any of the information or links provided within these pages. This website is not responsible for any accident, injury, or dissatisfied purchase from links that originate from this site. Handle swords at your own risk. Purchase swords at your own risk. Always obey the laws of your state or area regarding sword purchase and sword use.