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

Collection: Damascus steel/Longquan sword

Damascus steel(pattern steel)Longquan sword

Plum Blossom baojian Damascus Steel Blade Ebony Scabbard

Plum Blossom baojian Damascus Steel Blade Ebony Scabbard

Regular price $300.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $300.00 USD
Supreme War Sword,Forged Damascus steel blade,Ebony scabbard

Supreme War Sword,Forged Damascus steel blade,Ebony scabbard

Regular price $500.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $500.00 USD
Magic sword,Forged Damascus steel blade,Brass fittings,Full tang

Magic sword,Forged Damascus steel blade,Brass fittings,Full tang

Regular price $388.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $388.00 USD
Kowloon Sword,Handmade art,Damascus steel blade,Brass scabbard

Kowloon Sword,Handmade art,Damascus steel blade,Brass scabbard

Regular price $378.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $378.00 USD
Myth sword,Handmade Damascus steel blade,Skin scabbard,Brass fittings

Myth sword,Handmade Damascus steel blade,Skin scabbard,Brass fittings

Regular price $1,333.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $1,333.00 USD
Phoenix swords,Damascus steel blade,Redwood scabbard

Phoenix swords,Damascus steel blade,Redwood scabbard

Regular price $188.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $188.00 USD
PEONY Sword,Hand forged,Damascus steel turn blade,Brass fittings

PEONY Sword,Hand forged,Damascus steel turn blade,Brass fittings

Regular price $666.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $666.00 USD
Yongle jian sword,Handmade,Damascus steel blade,Black wood,Brass fittings

Yongle jian sword,Handmade,Damascus steel blade,Black wood,Brass fittings

Regular price $299.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $299.00 USD
Loong sword,Forged Damascus steel blade,Alloy fittings,Rosewood scabbard

Loong sword,Forged Damascus steel blade,Alloy fittings,Rosewood scabbard

Regular price $168.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $168.00 USD
Jiulong sword,Damascus steel blade,Black wood,Brass fittings

Jiulong sword,Damascus steel blade,Black wood,Brass fittings

Regular price $256.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $256.00 USD
Yuewang sword,Damascus steel blade,Black wood scabbard,Brass

Yuewang sword,Damascus steel blade,Black wood scabbard,Brass

Regular price $299.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $299.00 USD
Yuewang sword,Damascus steel octahedral blade,Black wood,Brass fittings

Yuewang sword,Damascus steel octahedral blade,Black wood,Brass fittings

Regular price $303.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $303.00 USD
Bagua jian sword,Handmade Damascus steel blade,Black wood,Alloy

Bagua jian sword,Handmade Damascus steel blade,Black wood,Alloy

Regular price $228.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $228.00 USD
Pine crane jian sword,Damascus steel blade,Black wood,Alloy

Pine crane jian sword,Damascus steel blade,Black wood,Alloy

Regular price $150.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $150.00 USD
Peony sword,Handmade Damascus steel blade,Brass,Black wood,Full tang

Peony sword,Handmade Damascus steel blade,Brass,Black wood,Full tang

Regular price $322.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $322.00 USD
Peony sword,Hand forged,Damascus steel blade,Brass fitting,Rosewood

Peony sword,Hand forged,Damascus steel blade,Brass fitting,Rosewood

Regular price $366.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $366.00 USD

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