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: High carbon steel/Tang dao

High carbon steel/Tang dao

Long Tang dao,Forged high carbon steel blade,Leatherette scabbard

Long Tang dao,Forged high carbon steel blade,Leatherette scabbard

Regular price $150.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $150.00 USD
Dragon Tang Dao,Forged High carbon steel blade

Dragon Tang Dao,Forged High carbon steel blade

Regular price $118.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $118.00 USD
Tang dao,Forged high carbon steel blade,Redwood scabbard

Tang dao,Forged high carbon steel blade,Redwood scabbard

Regular price $128.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $128.00 USD
Tang dao sword,High carbon steel etch blade,Stainiess steel scabbard

Tang dao sword,High carbon steel etch blade,Stainiess steel scabbard

Regular price $118.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $118.00 USD
Tang dao,Handmade(High carbon steel blade,Brass)Sharp,Full tang

Tang dao,Handmade(High carbon steel blade,Brass)Sharp,Full tang

Regular price $266.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $266.00 USD
Tang sword(High carbon steel burn blade,Black scabbard,Alloy fitted)Length 41 "

Tang sword(High carbon steel burn blade,Black scabbard,Alloy fitted)Length 41 "

Regular price $178.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $178.00 USD
Tang dao sword,High carbon steel etch blade,Black wood scabbard

Tang dao sword,High carbon steel etch blade,Black wood scabbard

Regular price $138.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $138.00 USD
Tang dao sword,High carbon steel turn blade,Redwood,Alloy

Tang dao sword,High carbon steel turn blade,Redwood,Alloy

Regular price $202.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $202.00 USD
Tang sword,High carbon steel blade,Rosewood,Alloy fitting,Length 39"

Tang sword,High carbon steel blade,Rosewood,Alloy fitting,Length 39"

Regular price $128.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $128.00 USD
Dao/High carbon steel blade/Rosewood/Alloy fittings/Length 43"

Dao/High carbon steel blade/Rosewood/Alloy fittings/Length 43"

Regular price $118.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $118.00 USD
PeiDong jian,High carbon steel blade,Rosewood scabbard,Alloy fittings

PeiDong jian,High carbon steel blade,Rosewood scabbard,Alloy fittings

Regular price $99.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $99.00 USD
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
Cut horse broadsword,High carbon steel blade,Red Scabbard,Brass fitting

Cut horse broadsword,High carbon steel blade,Red Scabbard,Brass fitting

Regular price $333.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $333.00 USD
Pei Dong war jian,High carbon steel blade,Rosewood scabbard,Alloy

Pei Dong war jian,High carbon steel blade,Rosewood scabbard,Alloy

Regular price $128.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $128.00 USD
Tang dao,High carbon steel etch blade,Alloy,Black wood

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

Regular price $150.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $150.00 USD
Tang dao,Hand forged High carbon steel burn blade,Black wood,Alloy

Tang dao,Hand forged High carbon steel burn blade,Black wood,Alloy

Regular price $202.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $202.00 USD

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