Katana vs. Odachi
Katananoun
A type of Japanese longsword or tr=nihontō, having a single edge and slight curvature, historically used by samurai and ninja.
Katana
A katana (刀 or かたな) is a Japanese sword characterized by a curved, single-edged blade with a circular or squared guard and long grip to accommodate two hands. Developed later than the tachi, it was used by samurai in feudal Japan and worn with the blade facing upward.
Odachinoun
A long large Japanese sword
Odachinoun
A long Japanese sword built like the katana but longer (about 4 to 6 feet long) for combat on horseback.
Katana Illustrations
Odachi Illustrations
