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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Yuewang sword,High carbon steel red blade,Black wood,Alloy

Yuewang sword,High carbon steel red blade,Black wood,Alloy

Regular price $150.00 USD

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Longquan sword,High carbon steel etch blade,Rosewood,Alloy fittings

Longquan sword,High carbon steel etch blade,Rosewood,Alloy fittings

Regular price $128.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $128.00 USD
Yuewang sword,High carbon steel etch blade,Redwood scabbard

Yuewang sword,High carbon steel etch blade,Redwood scabbard

Regular price $132.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $132.00 USD
Jinlan jian,High carbon steel hollow blade,Alloy fittings,Black wood

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Jinlan jian,High carbon steel hollow blade,Alloy fittings,Black wood

Regular price $126.00 USD

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Yuewang sword,High carbon steel blue blade,Black wood,Alloy fittings

Yuewang sword,High carbon steel blue blade,Black wood,Alloy fittings

Regular price $150.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $150.00 USD
Wolong sword,Hand Forged(High carbon steel,Black wood,Alloy)

Wolong sword,Hand Forged(High carbon steel,Black wood,Alloy)

Regular price $118.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $118.00 USD
Warring states sword,High carbon steel blade,Black scabbard,Alloy fittings

Warring states sword,High carbon steel blade,Black scabbard,Alloy fittings

Regular price $139.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $139.00 USD
Fengyun sword,High carbon steel etch blade,Rosewood scabbard,Alloy fittings

Fengyun sword,High carbon steel etch blade,Rosewood scabbard,Alloy fittings

Regular price $150.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $150.00 USD
Warring states sword,High carbon steel blade,Rosewood scabbard,Alloy fittings

Warring states sword,High carbon steel blade,Rosewood scabbard,Alloy fittings

Regular price $139.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $139.00 USD
Fengyun sword,High carbon steel blade,Black scabbard,Alloy fittings

Fengyun sword,High carbon steel blade,Black scabbard,Alloy fittings

Regular price $158.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $158.00 USD
Chinese zodiac sword,High carbon steel blade,Redwood scabbard,Alloy fittings

Chinese zodiac sword,High carbon steel blade,Redwood scabbard,Alloy fittings

Regular price $132.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $132.00 USD
Eight Trigrams sword,High carbon steel etch blade,Length 46"

Eight Trigrams sword,High carbon steel etch blade,Length 46"

Regular price $178.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $178.00 USD
Eight Trigrams sword,High carbon steel blade,Alloy fittings,Length 46"

Eight Trigrams sword,High carbon steel blade,Alloy fittings,Length 46"

Regular price $162.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $162.00 USD
Talisman sword(High carbon steel etched blade,Rosewood,Alloy fittings)Length 45"

Talisman sword(High carbon steel etched blade,Rosewood,Alloy fittings)Length 45"

Regular price $156.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $156.00 USD
Qin sword,High carbon steel blue blade,Redwood scabbard,Alloy fittings

Qin sword,High carbon steel blue blade,Redwood scabbard,Alloy fittings

Regular price $125.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $125.00 USD
Yuewang jian,High carbon steel blade,Black wood scabbard,Alloy fittings

Yuewang jian,High carbon steel blade,Black wood scabbard,Alloy fittings

Regular price $128.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $128.00 USD

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