What is the difference between a Chinese Jian and a Japanese Katana?

The Jian is a double-edged straight sword used in China for over 2,500 years, symbolizing balance and wisdom. The Katana is a single-edged curved blade from Japan, designed for powerful cutting and associated with the samurai ethos.

Which sword is better for martial arts practice?

It depends on the martial art. The Jian is often used in Tai Chi and Wushu for fluid movements and balance, while the Katana is central to Japanese arts like Kendo, Iaido, and Kenjutsu, focusing on cutting precision.

Are Jian swords sharpened?

Most functional Jian swords are sharpened, but many sellers also offer blunt training versions. Always check the product description or request the edge style before purchase.

Do Katana and Jian use different forging techniques?

Yes. Jian are typically forged in Longquan using folded high-carbon steel and polished to reveal Damascus-style patterns. Katana are traditionally made with tamahagane steel, clay-tempered to produce the hamon line.

Where can I buy authentic Jian or Katana?

Authentic swords are best purchased from trusted makers. Our store offers hand-forged Chinese Jian and other traditional swords crafted in Longquan: https://www.chinesesword.store/collections/jian-straight-swords

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Han jian,Sabre,High Carbon Steel Blade,Full Tang

Han jian,Sabre,High Carbon Steel Blade,Full Tang

Regular price $142.00 USD

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Han jian,T10 High carbon steel blade,Ebony scabbard,Brass

Han jian,T10 High carbon steel blade,Ebony scabbard,Brass

Regular price $488.00 USD

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Han jian,Tai chi,High Carbon Steel Blade,Faux Leather Scabbard

Han jian,Tai chi,High Carbon Steel Blade,Faux Leather Scabbard

Regular price $131.00 USD

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Han jian-Medium carbon steel-White leather paint scabbard

Han jian-Medium carbon steel-White leather paint scabbard

Regular price $86.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $86.00 USD
Han jian/Damascus steel Black Blade/Handmade/Black Wood scabbard/Alloy

Han jian/Damascus steel Black Blade/Handmade/Black Wood scabbard/Alloy

Regular price $195.00 USD

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Han jian/Damascus steel blade/Rosewood scabbard/Brass/Length 42"

Han jian/Damascus steel blade/Rosewood scabbard/Brass/Length 42"

Regular price $300.00 USD

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Han jian/Damascus steel handmade blade,Rosewood/Red handle

Han jian/Damascus steel handmade blade,Rosewood/Red handle

Regular price $150.00 USD

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Han jian/Damascus steel red blade/Red scabbard/Alloy fittings/Length 39"

Han jian/Damascus steel red blade/Red scabbard/Alloy fittings/Length 39"

Regular price $172.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $172.00 USD
Han jian/Damascus steel/Redwood Scabbard/copper/Handmade/Full Tang

Han jian/Damascus steel/Redwood Scabbard/copper/Handmade/Full Tang

Regular price $356.00 USD

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Han jian/Handmade Damascus steel blade/Black wood scabbard/Alloy fitted/Length 31"

Han jian/Handmade Damascus steel blade/Black wood scabbard/Alloy fitted/Length 31"

Regular price $158.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $158.00 USD
Han Jian/High carbon steel eight surface blade/Black scabbard/Length 39"

Han Jian/High carbon steel eight surface blade/Black scabbard/Length 39"

Regular price $148.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $148.00 USD
Han jian/High carbon steel eight surface blade/Black wood/Alloy handle

Han jian/High carbon steel eight surface blade/Black wood/Alloy handle

Regular price $156.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $156.00 USD
Han jian/Medium carbon steel blade/Solid matte black paint Scabbard/Zinc-alloy

Han jian/Medium carbon steel blade/Solid matte black paint Scabbard/Zinc-alloy

Regular price $88.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $88.00 USD
Han jian/Medium carbon steel blade/White scabbard/Alloy fittings/Length 39"

Han jian/Medium carbon steel blade/White scabbard/Alloy fittings/Length 39"

Regular price $86.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $86.00 USD
Han jian/Medium carbon steel etching pattern blade/Alloy/Length 41"

Han jian/Medium carbon steel etching pattern blade/Alloy/Length 41"

Regular price $118.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $118.00 USD
Han jian/Pei Dong jian/Damascus steel blade/Rosewood scabbard

Han jian/Pei Dong jian/Damascus steel blade/Rosewood scabbard

Regular price $158.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $158.00 USD

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