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

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Tang dao,Sword,High carbon steel etch blade,Redwood,Alloy

Tang dao,Sword,High carbon steel etch blade,Redwood,Alloy

Regular price $108.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $108.00 USD
Tang dao,Martial arts,Damascus Steel blade,Rosewood,Alloy,Full tang

Tang dao,Martial arts,Damascus Steel blade,Rosewood,Alloy,Full tang

Regular price $168.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $168.00 USD
Tang dao,Machete,High carbon steel blade,Alloy,Black wood

Tang dao,Machete,High carbon steel blade,Alloy,Black wood

Regular price $145.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $145.00 USD
Tang dao,High manganese steel,Rosewood Scabbard,Copper fittings

Tang dao,High manganese steel,Rosewood Scabbard,Copper fittings

Regular price $199.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $199.00 USD
Tang dao,High manganese steel blue blade,Redwood,Alloy fitted

Tang dao,High manganese steel blue blade,Redwood,Alloy fitted

Regular price $136.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $136.00 USD
Tang dao,High carbon steel,Brass fittings,Black wood,Skin handle

Tang dao,High carbon steel,Brass fittings,Black wood,Skin handle

Regular price $297.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $297.00 USD
Tang dao,High carbon steel etch blade,Redwood scabbard,Alloy

Tang dao,High carbon steel etch blade,Redwood scabbard,Alloy

Regular price $130.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $130.00 USD
Tang dao,Handmade sword,Folding steel,Rosewood,Alloy,Full tang,Length 28"

Tang dao,Handmade sword,Folding steel,Rosewood,Alloy,Full tang,Length 28"

Regular price $152.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $152.00 USD
Tang dao,Hand forged,High carbon steel burn blade,Brass scabbard

Tang dao,Hand forged,High carbon steel burn blade,Brass scabbard

Regular price $303.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $303.00 USD
Tang dao,Folded steel blade,Black wood scabbard,Brass fittings

Tang dao,Folded steel blade,Black wood scabbard,Brass fittings

Regular price $350.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $350.00 USD
Tang dao,Damascus steel burn blade,Brass fittings,Black scabbard

Tang dao,Damascus steel burn blade,Brass fittings,Black scabbard

Regular price $256.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $256.00 USD
Tang dao,Damascus steel blade,Redwood scabbard,Alloy fitings,Full tang

Tang dao,Damascus steel blade,Redwood scabbard,Alloy fitings,Full tang

Regular price $158.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $158.00 USD
Tang dao(Pattern steel red blade,Black wood scabbard,Brass fitted)Full tang,Length 40"

Tang dao(Pattern steel red blade,Black wood scabbard,Brass fitted)Full tang,Length 40"

Regular price $215.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $215.00 USD
Tang dao(Pattern steel blade,Redwood scabbard/Alloy Knife fitted)Full tang

Tang dao(Pattern steel blade,Redwood scabbard/Alloy Knife fitted)Full tang

Regular price $135.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $135.00 USD
Tang dao(High manganese steel,Green scabbard,Alloy)Full tang,Length 39"

Tang dao(High manganese steel,Green scabbard,Alloy)Full tang,Length 39"

Regular price $129.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $129.00 USD
Tang dao(High Manganese steel blade,Leather,Alloy handle)Length 27"

Tang dao(High Manganese steel blade,Leather,Alloy handle)Length 27"

Regular price $106.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $106.00 USD

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