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

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
Tang jian sword,High carbon steel etch blade,Wood scabbard

Tang jian sword,High carbon steel etch blade,Wood scabbard

Regular price $116.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $116.00 USD
Tai chi sword,Miao dao,Forged Damascus steel blade,Black wood,Brass

Tai chi sword,Miao dao,Forged Damascus steel blade,Black wood,Brass

Regular price $333.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $333.00 USD
Tai chi sword,Miao dao,High carbon steel burn blade,Black wood,Brass fitting

Tai chi sword,Miao dao,High carbon steel burn blade,Black wood,Brass fitting

Regular price $288.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $288.00 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
Tang jian,High carbon steel burn blade,Black scabbard,Full tang,Length 40 inch

Tang jian,High carbon steel burn blade,Black scabbard,Full tang,Length 40 inch

Regular price $176.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $176.00 USD
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

Regular price Sale price $150.00 USD
Whinger,Dagger,Folding steel,Black wood scabbard,Alloy fitting

Whinger,Dagger,Folding steel,Black wood scabbard,Alloy fitting

Regular price $133.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $133.00 USD
Small chinese sword,Dagger,Pattern steel blade,Ebony scabbard,Brass fitting

Small chinese sword,Dagger,Pattern steel blade,Ebony scabbard,Brass fitting

Regular price $166.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $166.00 USD
Short sword,Dagger,High carbon steel etch blade,Alloy,Black wood

Short sword,Dagger,High carbon steel etch blade,Alloy,Black wood

Regular price $108.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $108.00 USD
Ruyi jian,High carbon steel etch blade

Ruyi jian,High carbon steel etch blade

Regular price $108.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $108.00 USD
Gold plated Tang dao(Pattern steel blade,Black pearl skinscabbard,Brass fitted)Full tang,Length 43"

Gold plated Tang dao(Pattern steel blade,Black pearl skinscabbard,Brass fitted)Full tang,Length 43"

Regular price $1,330.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $1,330.00 USD
Dagger/Damascus steel red blade/Alloy fitting/Length 17"

Dagger/Damascus steel red blade/Alloy fitting/Length 17"

Regular price $135.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $135.00 USD
Dagger,short swords,High carbon steel blade,Redwood scabbard,Alloy fittings

Dagger,short swords,High carbon steel blade,Redwood scabbard,Alloy fittings

Regular price $136.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $136.00 USD
Dagger,duan jian,High carbon steel blade,Alloy fitting,Length 18"

Dagger,duan jian,High carbon steel blade,Alloy fitting,Length 18"

Regular price $118.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $118.00 USD
Chinese sword/Dagger/High carbon steel blade/Alloy fitting/Length 18"

Chinese sword/Dagger/High carbon steel blade/Alloy fitting/Length 18"

Regular price $139.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $139.00 USD

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