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

Wolong sword,Folded steel,Black wood scabbard,Copper fitting,Length 39 inch

Wolong sword,Folded steel,Black wood scabbard,Copper fitting,Length 39 inch

Regular price $300.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $300.00 USD
Warring States sword(Pattern steel blade,Black scabbard,Alloy fitted)Length 39"

Warring States sword(Pattern steel blade,Black scabbard,Alloy fitted)Length 39"

Regular price $206.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $206.00 USD
Traditional swords(High Manganese Steel blade,Black wood scabbard)Length 39"

Traditional swords(High Manganese Steel blade,Black wood scabbard)Length 39"

Regular price $158.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $158.00 USD
Tang sword/Medium carbon steel blade/Rosewood scabbard/Full tang

Tang sword/Medium carbon steel blade/Rosewood scabbard/Full tang

Regular price $99.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $99.00 USD
Tang sword,High carbon steel burn blade blade,Full tang

Tang sword,High carbon steel burn blade blade,Full tang

Regular price $199.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $199.00 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
Tang sword(Folding pattern steel blade,Black scabbard,Brass fittings)Length 43"

Tang sword(Folding pattern steel blade,Black scabbard,Brass fittings)Length 43"

Regular price $399.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $399.00 USD
Tang jian/Damascus steel blade,Wood scabbard,Copper fitting

Tang jian/Damascus steel blade,Wood scabbard,Copper fitting

Regular price From $500.00 USD

Regular price Sale price From $500.00 USD
Tang jian/Damascus Steel blade/Black scabbard/Brass fittings/Full Tang

Tang jian/Damascus Steel blade/Black scabbard/Brass fittings/Full Tang

Regular price $196.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $196.00 USD
Tang jian/Damascus steel blade/Alloy fitted/Black scabbard/Length 41"

Tang jian/Damascus steel blade/Alloy fitted/Black scabbard/Length 41"

Regular price $162.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $162.00 USD
Tang jian,Damascus Steel blade,MAHOGANY,Hand-woven rope slip

Tang jian,Damascus Steel blade,MAHOGANY,Hand-woven rope slip

Regular price $151.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $151.00 USD
Tang jian,High carbon steel etch blade,Redwood,Alloy

Tang jian,High carbon steel etch blade,Redwood,Alloy

Regular price $122.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $122.00 USD
Tang jian,High carbon steel blade,Black scabbard,Alloy fitting

Tang jian,High carbon steel blade,Black scabbard,Alloy fitting

Regular price $139.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $139.00 USD
Tang jian,High carbon steel,Leather scabbard

Tang jian,High carbon steel,Leather scabbard

Regular price $106.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $106.00 USD
Tang jian(High carbon steel etching blade,Rosewood scabbard)Full tang

Tang jian(High carbon steel etching blade,Rosewood scabbard)Full tang

Regular price $126.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $126.00 USD
Tang jian(Damascus steel red blade,Rosewood scabbard,Alloy fitted)Length 41"

Tang jian(Damascus steel red blade,Rosewood scabbard,Alloy fitted)Length 41"

Regular price $172.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $172.00 USD

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