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

Flying Dragon Sword,Forged Damascus Blades,Rosewood Scabbard

Flying Dragon Sword,Forged Damascus Blades,Rosewood Scabbard

Regular price $168.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $168.00 USD
Han Sword,Forged High Carbon Steel Blade,Redwood Scabbard,Full Tang

Han Sword,Forged High Carbon Steel Blade,Redwood Scabbard,Full Tang

Regular price $138.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $138.00 USD
Han sword,Forged high carbon steel Octahedral blade,Chinese sword

Han sword,Forged high carbon steel Octahedral blade,Chinese sword

Regular price $150.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $150.00 USD
Pei Dong Sword,High Carbon Steel Blade,Alloy fittings

Pei Dong Sword,High Carbon Steel Blade,Alloy fittings

Regular price $143.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $143.00 USD
Dragon han jian,Medium carbon steel etch blade,Alloy fittings

Dragon han jian,Medium carbon steel etch blade,Alloy fittings

Regular price $118.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $118.00 USD
Han jian sword,Medium carbon steel etch blade,Alloy fittings

Han jian sword,Medium carbon steel etch blade,Alloy fittings

Regular price $118.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $118.00 USD
Han jian sword,Medium carbon steel etch blade,Alloy fittings

Han jian sword,Medium carbon steel etch blade,Alloy fittings

Regular price $118.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $118.00 USD
Cosplay sword,Yuanhong jian,High carbon steel blade,Alloy fittings

Cosplay sword,Yuanhong jian,High carbon steel blade,Alloy fittings

Regular price $196.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $196.00 USD
Tang dao,High carbon steel burn blade,Rosewood Saya,Alloy fittings

Tang dao,High carbon steel burn blade,Rosewood Saya,Alloy fittings

Regular price $128.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $128.00 USD
Bronze sword,Overall brass production,Green surface,Sword of Goujian replica

Bronze sword,Overall brass production,Green surface,Sword of Goujian replica

Regular price $136.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $136.00 USD
Zhanlu jian/Damascus steel blade/Rosewood scabbard/Alloy fitted/Length 39"

Zhanlu jian/Damascus steel blade/Rosewood scabbard/Alloy fitted/Length 39"

Regular price $150.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $150.00 USD
Yunlong jian,Folding pattern steel blade,Alloy fitting,Black scabbard

Yunlong jian,Folding pattern steel blade,Alloy fitting,Black scabbard

Regular price $150.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $150.00 USD
Yuewang sword,Damascus steel blade,Black scabbard,Alloy fittings

Yuewang sword,Damascus steel blade,Black scabbard,Alloy fittings

Regular price $176.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $176.00 USD
Tortoise snake sword,Damascus steel,Black Scabbard,Hemp twine

Tortoise snake sword,Damascus steel,Black Scabbard,Hemp twine

Regular price $156.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $156.00 USD
Tang sword,Folded steel,Black scabbard,skin hilt,Copper fitting,Length 39 inch

Tang sword,Folded steel,Black scabbard,skin hilt,Copper fitting,Length 39 inch

Regular price $300.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $300.00 USD
Talisman sword(High carbon steel etched blade,Rosewood,Alloy fittings)Length 45"

Talisman sword(High carbon steel etched blade,Rosewood,Alloy fittings)Length 45"

Regular price $156.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $156.00 USD

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