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: Katana

Samurai Sword Forged high Carbon Steel Full Tang Battle Ready Kendo

Samurai Sword Forged high Carbon Steel Full Tang Battle Ready Kendo

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Samurai Sword Forged Medium Carbon Steel Blade Kendo

Samurai Sword Forged Medium Carbon Steel Blade Kendo

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Samurai sword Full Tang T10 Steel Clay Tempered Razor Sharp

Samurai sword Full Tang T10 Steel Clay Tempered Razor Sharp

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Kotesugiri-Style Katana – 40.7″ T10 Clay-Tempered Blade with Lacquered Wood Saya

Kotesugiri-Style Katana – 40.7″ T10 Clay-Tempered Blade with Lacquered Wood Saya

Regular price $222.00 USD

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Den Yoshioka Katana – 40.7″ (103.5 cm) Manganese Steel Blade, Lacquered Wood Saya

Den Yoshioka Katana – 40.7″ (103.5 cm) Manganese Steel Blade, Lacquered Wood Saya

Regular price $138.00 USD

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Samurai sword,Katana,Damascus steel burn blade,Skin scabbard,Brass tosogu

Samurai sword,Katana,Damascus steel burn blade,Skin scabbard,Brass tosogu

Regular price $606.00 USD

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Chidori Shisui Katana – 40.7″ Spring Steel, Titanium Finish, Lacquered Saya

Chidori Shisui Katana – 40.7″ Spring Steel, Titanium Finish, Lacquered Saya

Regular price $158.00 USD

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Samurai Katana – T10 High Carbon Blade with Burnt-Clay Edge

Samurai Katana – T10 High Carbon Blade with Burnt-Clay Edge

Regular price $256.88 USD

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Samurai Katana – Red-Finished High Carbon Blade, Blue Leather Tsuka

Samurai Katana – Red-Finished High Carbon Blade, Blue Leather Tsuka

Regular price $118.88 USD

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Katana – High Carbon Steel Blade, Red Painted Scabbard

Katana – High Carbon Steel Blade, Red Painted Scabbard

Regular price $118.88 USD

Regular price Sale price $118.88 USD
T-1095 Clay-Tempered Katana – Ray Skin & Silk Ito Handle

T-1095 Clay-Tempered Katana – Ray Skin & Silk Ito Handle

Regular price $156.00 USD

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Samruai Sword Real,Full Tang,Forged High Carbon Steel Blades

Samruai Sword Real,Full Tang,Forged High Carbon Steel Blades

Regular price $148.00 USD

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Authentic Samurai Sword-Full Tang Forged T10 Clay Tempered Steel Blade for the Ultimate Cutting Experience

Authentic Samurai Sword-Full Tang Forged T10 Clay Tempered Steel Blade for the Ultimate Cutting Experience

Regular price $158.00 USD

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Samurai Sowrds Manganese Steel Blade Kendo Practice Sword

Samurai Sowrds Manganese Steel Blade Kendo Practice Sword

Regular price $108.00 USD

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Sword samrui Real,Full Tang,Hand Forged High Manganese Steel Blades

Sword samrui Real,Full Tang,Hand Forged High Manganese Steel Blades

Regular price $122.00 USD

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Cosplay Samurai Sword Real Forged 1045 Carbon Steel Blades

Cosplay Samurai Sword Real Forged 1045 Carbon Steel Blades

Regular price $118.00 USD

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