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

Loong sword,Pattern steel blade,Redwood,Brass,Full tang

Loong sword,Pattern steel blade,Redwood,Brass,Full tang

Regular price $360.00 USD

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Loong sword,Han jian,Damascus steel blade,Black scabbard,Brass,Length 38"

Loong sword,Han jian,Damascus steel blade,Black scabbard,Brass,Length 38"

Regular price $206.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $206.00 USD
Yuewang jian(Damascus steel bade,Ebony scabbard,Brass)Length 28"

Yuewang jian(Damascus steel bade,Ebony scabbard,Brass)Length 28"

Regular price $360.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $360.00 USD
Longquan sword,High manganese steel blade,Black scabbard,Alloy fitting,Length 41inch

Longquan sword,High manganese steel blade,Black scabbard,Alloy fitting,Length 41inch

Regular price $160.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $160.00 USD
Longquan sword,High carbon steel etch blade,Rosewood,Alloy fittings

Longquan sword,High carbon steel etch blade,Rosewood,Alloy fittings

Regular price $128.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $128.00 USD
Longquan sword,Folded steel,Red skin scabbard,Brass fitting,Full tang

Longquan sword,Folded steel,Red skin scabbard,Brass fitting,Full tang

Regular price $808.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $808.00 USD
Longquan sword,Folded steel,Green skin scabbard,Brass fitting,Full tang

Longquan sword,Folded steel,Green skin scabbard,Brass fitting,Full tang

Regular price $808.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $808.00 USD
Longquan sword,Damascus steel blade,Black scabbard,Brass

Longquan sword,Damascus steel blade,Black scabbard,Brass

Regular price $389.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $389.00 USD
Lion sword,Folding pattern steel blade,Alloy fitting,Black scabbard

Lion sword,Folding pattern steel blade,Alloy fitting,Black scabbard

Regular price $150.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $150.00 USD
Jinlong sword,High manganese steel blade,Black scabbard,Alloy fittings

Jinlong sword,High manganese steel blade,Black scabbard,Alloy fittings

Regular price $130.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $130.00 USD
Jinlan sword,High manganese steel hollow blade,Black wood,Alloy fittings

Jinlan sword,High manganese steel hollow blade,Black wood,Alloy fittings

Regular price $128.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $128.00 USD
Jinlan sword,High manganese steel blade,Black scabbard,Alloy fittings

Jinlan sword,High manganese steel blade,Black scabbard,Alloy fittings

Regular price $151.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $151.00 USD
Jinlan sword,Folded steel red blade,Redwood scabbard,Alloy fitting

Jinlan sword,Folded steel red blade,Redwood scabbard,Alloy fitting

Regular price $136.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $136.00 USD
Jinlan sword,Damascus steel etch blade,Alloy fitting,Black scabbard

Jinlan sword,Damascus steel etch blade,Alloy fitting,Black scabbard

Regular price $190.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $190.00 USD
Jian sword,High carbon steel blade,Rosewood,Silver alloy fitting

Jian sword,High carbon steel blade,Rosewood,Silver alloy fitting

Regular price $150.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $150.00 USD
Jian,High carbon steel blade,Black scabbard,Alloy fitting,Length 41 inch

Jian,High carbon steel blade,Black scabbard,Alloy fitting,Length 41 inch

Regular price $155.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $155.00 USD

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