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

Qianlong sword,Damascus steel blue blade,Brass fittings,Black wood scabbard

Qianlong sword,Damascus steel blue blade,Brass fittings,Black wood scabbard

Regular price $350.00 USD

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Qianlong sword,Folding pattern steel blade,Ebony Scabbard,Brass fittings

Qianlong sword,Folding pattern steel blade,Ebony Scabbard,Brass fittings

Regular price $390.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $390.00 USD
Qi sword,Damascus steel burn blade,Ebony Scabbard,Brass fittings

Qi sword,Damascus steel burn blade,Ebony Scabbard,Brass fittings

Regular price $500.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $500.00 USD
Pisces sword,Damascus steel blade,Ebony scabbard,Brass fittings

Pisces sword,Damascus steel blade,Ebony scabbard,Brass fittings

Regular price $301.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $301.00 USD
Pine crane sword,Damascus steel blade,Black wood,Alloy

Pine crane sword,Damascus steel blade,Black wood,Alloy

Regular price $150.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $150.00 USD
Peony sword-Damascus steel made Blade-Ebony Scabbard-Brass carved accessories

Peony sword-Damascus steel made Blade-Ebony Scabbard-Brass carved accessories

Regular price $500.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $500.00 USD
Peony sword,Hand forged,Damascus steel blade,Brass fitting,Rosewood

Peony sword,Hand forged,Damascus steel blade,Brass fitting,Rosewood

Regular price $366.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $366.00 USD
Peony sword,Folded steel,Black Skin scabbard,Brass fittings,Length 40 inch

Peony sword,Folded steel,Black Skin scabbard,Brass fittings,Length 40 inch

Regular price $777.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $777.00 USD
Peony sword,Folded steel red blade,Ebony scabbard,Copper fitting,Length 45 inch

Peony sword,Folded steel red blade,Ebony scabbard,Copper fitting,Length 45 inch

Regular price $666.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $666.00 USD
Peony chinese sword(Pattern steel blade,Ebony scabbard,Copper fitting)Full tang,Length 39"

Peony chinese sword(Pattern steel blade,Ebony scabbard,Copper fitting)Full tang,Length 39"

Regular price $598.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $598.00 USD
New han sword/Damascus steel/Black wood Scabbard/Alloy fitted

New han sword/Damascus steel/Black wood Scabbard/Alloy fitted

Regular price $165.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $165.00 USD
Movie Mulan sword/Carbon steel etched blade/Rosewood scabbard/Alloy fitted/Length 31"

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Movie Mulan sword/Carbon steel etched blade/Rosewood scabbard/Alloy fitted/Length 31"

Regular price $178.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $178.00 USD

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Movie hero sword,High carbon steel blade,Black wood,Alloy

Movie hero sword,High carbon steel blade,Black wood,Alloy

Regular price $146.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $146.00 USD
Manual sword,Folded steel,Ebony scabbard,Copper fitting,Full tang

Manual sword,Folded steel,Ebony scabbard,Copper fitting,Full tang

Regular price $288.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $288.00 USD
Loong sword/High manganese steel etch blade/Alloy fittings/Rosewood scabbard

Loong sword/High manganese steel etch blade/Alloy fittings/Rosewood scabbard

Regular price $138.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $138.00 USD
Loong sword/High manganese steel etch blade/Alloy fittings/Length 41"

Loong sword/High manganese steel etch blade/Alloy fittings/Length 41"

Regular price $138.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $138.00 USD

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