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: Damascus steel/Han jian

Damascus steel/Han jian

Han jia,Handmade art(Damascus steel blade,Brass fittings)Full tang,Chinese sword

Han jia,Handmade art(Damascus steel blade,Brass fittings)Full tang,Chinese sword

Regular price $226.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $226.00 USD
Octahedral han jian,Damascus steel blade

Octahedral han jian,Damascus steel blade

Regular price $162.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $162.00 USD
Han jian sword,Damascus steel blade,Brass fittings

Han jian sword,Damascus steel blade,Brass fittings

Regular price $312.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $312.00 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
Han sword(Damascus steel red bade,Black scabbard,Brass fittings)Length 41"

Han sword(Damascus steel red bade,Black scabbard,Brass fittings)Length 41"

Regular price $325.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $325.00 USD
Han sword(Damascus steel blade,Ebony scabbard,Steel fittings)Length 35"

Han sword(Damascus steel blade,Ebony scabbard,Steel fittings)Length 35"

Regular price $299.99 USD

Regular price Sale price $299.99 USD
Han sword(Damascus steel blade,Black scabbard,Brass fittings)Length 41"

Han sword(Damascus steel blade,Black scabbard,Brass fittings)Length 41"

Regular price $321.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $321.00 USD
Han sword(Damascus steel bade,Black scabbard,Brass fittings)Length 41"

Han sword(Damascus steel bade,Black scabbard,Brass fittings)Length 41"

Regular price $311.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $311.00 USD
Han sword(Damascus steel red blade,Rosewood,Alloy)Hand forged

Han sword(Damascus steel red blade,Rosewood,Alloy)Hand forged

Regular price $192.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $192.00 USD
Han sword(Damascus steel octahedral bade,Black wood,Brass fittings)Length 41"

Han sword(Damascus steel octahedral bade,Black wood,Brass fittings)Length 41"

Regular price $321.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $321.00 USD
Han sword,Damascus steel red blade,Rosewood scabbard,Brass fittings

Han sword,Damascus steel red blade,Rosewood scabbard,Brass fittings

Regular price $299.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $299.00 USD
Hanwu sword(Damascus steel blade,Ebony scabbard,Brass fittings)Length 42"

Hanwu sword(Damascus steel blade,Ebony scabbard,Brass fittings)Length 42"

Regular price $312.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $312.00 USD
Han jian,Handmade Damascus steel blade,Rosewood,Brass fittings

Han jian,Handmade Damascus steel blade,Rosewood,Brass fittings

Regular price $198.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $198.00 USD
Han jian,Damascus Steel red blade,Redwood scabbard,Brass fittings

Han jian,Damascus Steel red blade,Redwood scabbard,Brass fittings

Regular price $238.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $238.00 USD
Hanwu jian,Hand forged Damascus steel blade,Brass,Ebony,Full tang

Hanwu jian,Hand forged Damascus steel blade,Brass,Ebony,Full tang

Regular price $298.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $298.00 USD
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

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