Tantō dagger
- Collection: The collection of gifts – Weapons and military equipment
- Country: Japan
- Type of item: Knife
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Material:
- Leather
- Steel
- Wood
- Is it exposed? Yes
- Inventory number: 122 OZP
Tantō is a traditional Japanese knife with a double blade. It is the shortest of the three daggers worn by samurai. This is a small tanto or so-called kaiken, which is worn by women, and which is usually received as a wedding gift. While it once served primarily for self-defense, nowadays kaiken has become a part of the traditional Japanese wedding where a bride wears it as a symbol of good luck.