Kama Knives

Kama Knives – Hand-Forged Japanese Sickle Weapons for Martial Arts, Bush craft & Collectors

The Kama knife is a traditional Japanese sickle with deep historical roots in the Ryukyu Islands, particularly Okinawa. Originally used as a farming tool for cutting rice, wheat, and grass, the kama was a vital part of rural life. During the 16th and 17th centuries, when weapons were banned under the Satsuma rule in Okinawa, peasants and farmers began repurposing everyday tools into effective self-defense weapons—giving rise to kobudō, the Okinawan art of using improvised weapons. Among these tools, the kama emerged as a prominent martial arts weapon due to its reach, curved blade, and hooking capabilities.

The kama's transformation from tool to weapon reflects a period of adaptation and survival. Paired kama (dual-wielded) became central to various combat techniques, especially in traditional Okinawan and Japanese martial arts like kobudō, ninjutsu, and even modern karate weapons training. The inward-curved blade allowed practitioners to hook, trap, and disarm opponents, adding versatility to this seemingly simple instrument.

At Everest Forge, we preserve this legacy with our hand-forged Kama Knives—crafted using ancient blacksmithing techniques passed down through generations. Forged from high-carbon steel by skilled artisans in Nepal, our kama knives are not just tools—they are a blend of functional design, historical authenticity, and martial tradition.

Why Choose Everest Forge Kama Knives?

• Based on traditional Okinawan sickle designs

• Hand-forged blades made from high-carbon steel for durability and sharpness

• Ideal for kobudō, ninjutsu, and self-defense training

• Historically accurate and suitable for reenactments and weapons collections

• Functional for light bushcraft, utility, and harvesting tasks

• Ethically crafted in Nepal with attention to craftsmanship and heritage

Whether you're a practitioner, historian, or collector, our kama knives are built to perform and inspire.