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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Chinese sword,Han jian(Folded steel octahedral blade,Black wood scabbard,Alloy fitted)Length 32"

Chinese sword,Han jian(Folded steel octahedral blade,Black wood scabbard,Alloy fitted)Length 32"

Regular price $172.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $172.00 USD
Tai Chi sword,Folded steel flexible blade,Black wood scabbard,Copper fitted

Tai Chi sword,Folded steel flexible blade,Black wood scabbard,Copper fitted

Regular price $188.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $188.00 USD
Tang sword,Folded steel blade,Brass fitted,Full tang,Length 39 inch

Tang sword,Folded steel blade,Brass fitted,Full tang,Length 39 inch

Regular price $200.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $200.00 USD
Han jian,Medium carbon steel,Snowflake scabbard,Alloy fitted,Length 42 inch

Han jian,Medium carbon steel,Snowflake scabbard,Alloy fitted,Length 42 inch

Regular price $90.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $90.00 USD
Talisman sword(High carbon steel blade,Rosewood,Alloy fitted)Length 30"

Talisman sword(High carbon steel blade,Rosewood,Alloy fitted)Length 30"

Regular price $128.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $128.00 USD
Samurai sword,katana(High manganese steel,Golden scabbard,Alloy fitted)Full tang

Samurai sword,katana(High manganese steel,Golden scabbard,Alloy fitted)Full tang

Regular price $128.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $128.00 USD
Hunting Folding Knives,Stainless steel blade,Leather scabbard,Length 11.8 inch

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Hunting Folding Knives,Stainless steel blade,Leather scabbard,Length 11.8 inch

Regular price $88.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $88.00 USD

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Chinese sword,Damascus steel Eight blade,Black scabbard,Resin Jade fitting

Chinese sword,Damascus steel Eight blade,Black scabbard,Resin Jade fitting

Regular price $250.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $250.00 USD
Chinese sword,Han jian,Folded steel blade,Black wood scabbard,Resin fitting

Chinese sword,Han jian,Folded steel blade,Black wood scabbard,Resin fitting

Regular price $251.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $251.00 USD
Tang dao(Pattern steel blade,Redwood scabbard/Alloy Knife fitted)Full tang

Tang dao(Pattern steel blade,Redwood scabbard/Alloy Knife fitted)Full tang

Regular price $135.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $135.00 USD
Tang dao,Damascus steel red blade,Black wood scabbard,Full tang

Tang dao,Damascus steel red blade,Black wood scabbard,Full tang

Regular price $178.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $178.00 USD
Qin sword(High carbon steel blade,Black scabbard,Alloy fittings)Length 30"

Qin sword(High carbon steel blade,Black scabbard,Alloy fittings)Length 30"

Regular price $168.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $168.00 USD
Han jian(High carbon steel red blade,Black wood scabbard,Alloy)Length 42"

Han jian(High carbon steel red blade,Black wood scabbard,Alloy)Length 42"

Regular price $128.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $128.00 USD
Chinese sword,Han jian(Folding steel blade,Redwood scabbard,Alloy fitted)Length 41"

Chinese sword,Han jian(Folding steel blade,Redwood scabbard,Alloy fitted)Length 41"

Regular price $202.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $202.00 USD
Tang dao(High carbon steel blade,Ebony scabbard,Brass,Fish handle)Full tang

Tang dao(High carbon steel blade,Ebony scabbard,Brass,Fish handle)Full tang

Regular price $318.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $318.00 USD
Han jian(Medium carbon steel blade,White scabbard,Alloy)Length 39"

Han jian(Medium carbon steel blade,White scabbard,Alloy)Length 39"

Regular price $86.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $86.00 USD

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