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 sword,Forged high carbon steel blade,Red wood scabbard

Han sword,Forged high carbon steel blade,Red wood scabbard

Regular price $150.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $150.00 USD
Pei DongLai Saber(Forged High carbon steel blade,Alloy fittings)Full tang

Pei DongLai Saber(Forged High carbon steel blade,Alloy fittings)Full tang

Regular price $136.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $136.00 USD
Han jian,Forged High carbon steel Octahedral blade,Color scabbard

Han jian,Forged High carbon steel Octahedral blade,Color scabbard

Regular price $150.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $150.00 USD
Double Dragon han sword,High carbon steel blade,Kirsite fittings&Handmade art

Double Dragon han sword,High carbon steel blade,Kirsite fittings&Handmade art

Regular price $146.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $146.00 USD
Han jian,Sabre,High Carbon Steel Blade,Full Tang

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

Regular price $142.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $142.00 USD
Pei Donglai's Sabre,High carbon steel blade,Skin scabbard

Pei Donglai's Sabre,High carbon steel blade,Skin scabbard

Regular price $136.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $136.00 USD
Tian gang sword,High carbon steel blade,Alloy fittings

Tian gang sword,High carbon steel blade,Alloy fittings

Regular price $146.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $146.00 USD
Chibi jian,Handmade High carbon steel blade,Alloy

Chibi jian,Handmade High carbon steel blade,Alloy

Regular price $138.00 USD

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

Han jian sword,High carbon steel etch blade,Redwood scabbard

Regular price $146.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $146.00 USD
Han jian sword,Handmade high carbon steel blade,Alloy handle

Han jian sword,Handmade high carbon steel blade,Alloy handle

Regular price $146.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $146.00 USD
Han jian sword,High carbon steel blue blade,Brass fittings

Han jian sword,High carbon steel blue blade,Brass fittings

Regular price $212.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $212.00 USD
Hexahedral han jian,High carbon steel etch blade,Alloy fittings

Hexahedral han jian,High carbon steel etch blade,Alloy fittings

Regular price $128.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $128.00 USD
Han jian sword,High carbon steel grooves blade,Alloy scabbard

Han jian sword,High carbon steel grooves blade,Alloy scabbard

Regular price $156.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $156.00 USD
Han sword,High carbon steel blade,Redwood scabbard,Alloy

Han sword,High carbon steel blade,Redwood scabbard,Alloy

Regular price $128.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $128.00 USD
Hanwu Sword,Hand Forged,High Carbon Steel Blade,Brass,Black Wood

Hanwu Sword,Hand Forged,High Carbon Steel Blade,Brass,Black Wood

Regular price $226.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $226.00 USD
Han dao,High carbon steel blade,Rosewood scabbard,Alloy

Han dao,High carbon steel blade,Rosewood scabbard,Alloy

Regular price $126.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $126.00 USD

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