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: High carbon steel/Han jian

High carbon steel/Han jian

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

Regular price Sale price $488.00 USD
Han dao sword,High carbon steel blade,Alloy fittings

Han dao sword,High carbon steel blade,Alloy fittings

Regular price $138.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $138.00 USD
Han jian sword,High carbon steel etch blade,Red wood scabbard

Han jian sword,High carbon steel etch blade,Red wood scabbard

Regular price $116.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $116.00 USD
Longquan sword,High carbon steel etch blade,Rosewood scabbard

Longquan sword,High carbon steel etch blade,Rosewood scabbard

Regular price $128.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $128.00 USD
Han dao,High carbon steel blade,Redwood scabbard,Alloy fitted

Han dao,High carbon steel blade,Redwood scabbard,Alloy fitted

Regular price $122.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $122.00 USD
Han jian,High carbon steel Etching flame grain blade,Rosewood scabbard

Han jian,High carbon steel Etching flame grain blade,Rosewood scabbard

Regular price $162.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $162.00 USD
Han jian,High carbon steel blade,Red scabbard,Alloy fitting

Han jian,High carbon steel blade,Red scabbard,Alloy fitting

Regular price $136.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $136.00 USD
Han jian,High carbon steel etch blade,Solid wood scabbard,Alloy

Han jian,High carbon steel etch blade,Solid wood scabbard,Alloy

Regular price $118.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $118.00 USD
Han jian(High carbon steel etched blade,Metal scabbard,Alloy)Length 39"

Han jian(High carbon steel etched blade,Metal scabbard,Alloy)Length 39"

Regular price $156.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $156.00 USD
Han jian(High carbon steel etch pattern,Black wood,Alloy handle)Length 30"

Han jian(High carbon steel etch pattern,Black wood,Alloy handle)Length 30"

Regular price $142.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $142.00 USD
Han jian(High carbon steel blade,Redwood scabbard,Alloy)Length 42"

Han jian(High carbon steel blade,Redwood scabbard,Alloy)Length 42"

Regular price $128.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $128.00 USD
Han Sword,Forged High Carbon Steel Blade,Brown Fake Leather

Han Sword,Forged High Carbon Steel Blade,Brown Fake Leather

Regular price $136.69 USD

Regular price Sale price $136.69 USD
Dragon Han Sword,Forged High Carbon Steel Etch Blade,Fake Leather Scabbard

Dragon Han Sword,Forged High Carbon Steel Etch Blade,Fake Leather Scabbard

Regular price $132.66 USD

Regular price Sale price $132.66 USD
Han Sword,Forged High Carbon Steel Etch Blade,Fake Leather Scabbard

Han Sword,Forged High Carbon Steel Etch Blade,Fake Leather Scabbard

Regular price $132.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $132.00 USD
Han jian Swords Real Forged High Carbon Steel Etched Blade,Alloy Fittings,Faux Leather Scabbard

Han jian Swords Real Forged High Carbon Steel Etched Blade,Alloy Fittings,Faux Leather Scabbard

Regular price $150.88 USD

Regular price Sale price $150.88 USD
Han Sword - High Carbon Steel Blade, Silver Gray Scabbard - Martial Arts Weapon

Han Sword - High Carbon Steel Blade, Silver Gray Scabbard - Martial Arts Weapon

Regular price $146.99 USD

Regular price Sale price $146.99 USD

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