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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High carbon steel/Longquansword

Yuewang sword,High carbon steel blade,Black scabbard,Alloy fitting

Yuewang sword,High carbon steel blade,Black scabbard,Alloy fitting

Regular price $138.00 USD

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lion sword,High carbon steel blue blade,Black scabbard,Alloy fitting

lion sword,High carbon steel blue blade,Black scabbard,Alloy fitting

Regular price $124.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $124.00 USD
Qin sword(High carbon steel etch blade,Rosewood,Alloy)Hand forged

Qin sword(High carbon steel etch blade,Rosewood,Alloy)Hand forged

Regular price $136.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $136.00 USD
Handmade knife,High carbon Steel blade,Black wood scabbard,Alloy fittings

Handmade knife,High carbon Steel blade,Black wood scabbard,Alloy fittings

Regular price $158.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $158.00 USD
Qin jian sword(High carbon steel blue blade,Black wood,Alloy)

Qin jian sword(High carbon steel blue blade,Black wood,Alloy)

Regular price $136.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $136.00 USD
Dragon sword(High carbon steel blade,Leather Scabbard)Length 36"

Dragon sword(High carbon steel blade,Leather Scabbard)Length 36"

Regular price $178.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $178.00 USD
Tang sword,High carbon steel burn blade blade,Full tang

Tang sword,High carbon steel burn blade blade,Full tang

Regular price $199.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $199.00 USD
Qin sword(High carbon steel blade,Black scabbard,Alloy fittings)Length 30"

Qin sword(High carbon steel blade,Black scabbard,Alloy fittings)Length 30"

Regular price $168.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $168.00 USD
Longquan sword(High carbon steel blade,Black wood scabbard,Zinc-alloy fitted)Length 39"

Longquan sword(High carbon steel blade,Black wood scabbard,Zinc-alloy fitted)Length 39"

Regular price $155.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $155.00 USD
Fengyun jian/High carbon steel blade/Black wood scabbard/Alloy handle

Fengyun jian/High carbon steel blade/Black wood scabbard/Alloy handle

Regular price $158.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $158.00 USD
Yuewang jian/High carbon steel blade/Black wood scabbard

Yuewang jian/High carbon steel blade/Black wood scabbard

Regular price $138.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $138.00 USD
Han sword/High carbon steel eight surface blade/Rosewood/Alloy handle

Han sword/High carbon steel eight surface blade/Rosewood/Alloy handle

Regular price $158.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $158.00 USD
Zodiac sword,High carbon steel blade,Black wood,Alloy fittings

Zodiac sword,High carbon steel blade,Black wood,Alloy fittings

Regular price $139.99 USD

Regular price Sale price $139.99 USD
Supreme sword,High carbon steel blue blade,Black scabbard,Alloy fittings

Supreme sword,High carbon steel blue blade,Black scabbard,Alloy fittings

Regular price $150.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $150.00 USD

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