Chiten
Chiten refers to a type of Japanese sword, specifically a short sword, that was commonly used during the Sengoku period and the Edo period. While often translated as "short sword," chiten is more accurately described as a sword with a blade length typically between 30 and 60 centimeters. It falls into the category of shorter swords, distinct from the longer katana.
Historically, chiten were practical weapons, often carried as a secondary or backup sword. Their size made them
The construction of a chiten generally followed the same principles as other Japanese swords, involving folded