The Shirasaya Wakizashi is a great functional oriental sword. The Shirasaya Wakizashi has an overall length of 24 inches and a blade length of 17.25 inches. The Shirasaya Wakizashi has a wooden handle and a wooden scabbard is included. This Shirasaya Wakizashi is a great sword for practicing your sword fighting techniques and martial arts. Often referred to as a Cane Sword because this weapon was frequently chosen by Samurai because its sleek and simple appearance made it very easy to conceal.