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: Sword

Sword

Phoenix swords,High carbon steel blade,Black wood,Alloy

Phoenix swords,High carbon steel blade,Black wood,Alloy

Regular price $158.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $158.00 USD
Jian sword,High carbon steel blade,Rosewood,Full tang

Jian sword,High carbon steel blade,Rosewood,Full tang

Regular price $108.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $108.00 USD
Jian sword,High carbon steel blade,Black scabbard,Full tang

Jian sword,High carbon steel blade,Black scabbard,Full tang

Regular price $108.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $108.00 USD
Bagua jian sword,High carbon steel blade,Rosewood scabbard

Bagua jian sword,High carbon steel blade,Rosewood scabbard

Regular price $165.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $165.00 USD
Dragon tiger sword,High carbon steel blade,Black wood,Alloy

Dragon tiger sword,High carbon steel blade,Black wood,Alloy

Regular price $106.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $106.00 USD
Dagger,Small han jian,High carbon steel blade,Alloy,Black wood scabbard

Dagger,Small han jian,High carbon steel blade,Alloy,Black wood scabbard

Regular price $99.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $99.00 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
Han sword,Damascus Steel etch blade,Black wood,Brass

Han sword,Damascus Steel etch blade,Black wood,Brass

Regular price $238.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $238.00 USD
Dragon Sword,Medium carbon steel etch blade,Rosewood,Alloy

Dragon Sword,Medium carbon steel etch blade,Rosewood,Alloy

Regular price $118.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $118.00 USD
Song sword,High carbon steel steel etch blade,Rosewood,Alloy

Song sword,High carbon steel steel etch blade,Rosewood,Alloy

Regular price $118.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $118.00 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
Longquan sword,Medium carbon steel,Rosewood,Alloy

Longquan sword,Medium carbon steel,Rosewood,Alloy

Regular price $128.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $128.00 USD
Tang jian,Handmade High carbon steel blade,Rosewood,Brass

Tang jian,Handmade High carbon steel blade,Rosewood,Brass

Regular price $202.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $202.00 USD
Song swords(Folded steel blade,Ebony Scabbard,Brass fitting)Full tang

Song swords(Folded steel blade,Ebony Scabbard,Brass fitting)Full tang

Regular price $520.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $520.00 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
High carbon steel surface double groove blade,Black wood scabbard,Alloy fitting

High carbon steel surface double groove blade,Black wood scabbard,Alloy fitting

Regular price $152.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $152.00 USD

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