Kenshin Himura, the protagonist of the anime and manga series "Rurouni Kenshin," wields a distinctive sword called "Sakabatō."

The Sakabatō is a reverse-blade sword, designed with the cutting edge on the inwardly curved side of the blade instead of the outwardly curved side. This unique design allows Kenshin to use the sword for non-lethal combat, as it greatly reduces the risk of inflicting fatal injuries. The Sakabatō reflects Kenshin's philosophy of atoning for his past as a deadly assassin by vowing never to kill again.

Throughout the series, Kenshin relies on the Sakabatō as his primary weapon, employing his exceptional skills in the Hiten Mitsurugi-ryū sword style to perform precise and non-lethal techniques. The Sakabatō is symbolic of Kenshin's commitment to protecting others and seeking redemption for his violent past.