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: Sword

Sword

Hanwu jian,High carbon steel blade,Black wood scabbard

Hanwu jian,High carbon steel blade,Black wood scabbard

Regular price $136.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $136.00 USD
Yuewang Jian,Forged High carbon steel blue blade

Yuewang Jian,Forged High carbon steel blue blade

Regular price $156.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $156.00 USD
Dagger han jian,Handmade High Carbon Steel Blade,Alloy Scabbard

Dagger han jian,Handmade High Carbon Steel Blade,Alloy Scabbard

Regular price $136.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $136.00 USD
Han Jian,Damascus Steel Blade,Brass Fittings&Redwood Scabbard

Han Jian,Damascus Steel Blade,Brass Fittings&Redwood Scabbard

Regular price $256.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $256.00 USD
Tai chi sword,Miao dao,Forged Damascus steel blade,Rosewoo scabbard

Tai chi sword,Miao dao,Forged Damascus steel blade,Rosewoo scabbard

Regular price $323.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $323.00 USD
Tang jian sword,High carbon steel blade,Leather scabbard

Tang jian sword,High carbon steel blade,Leather scabbard

Regular price $118.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $118.00 USD
Han dao sword,Handmad(Damascus steel blade,Redwood scabbard)Full tang

Han dao sword,Handmad(Damascus steel blade,Redwood scabbard)Full tang

Regular price $150.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $150.00 USD
Han jian,T10 High carbon steel blade,Ebony scabbard,Brass

Han jian,T10 High carbon steel blade,Ebony scabbard,Brass

Regular price $488.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $488.00 USD
Integral sword,handmade(High carbon steel etch blade,Leather scabbard)Full tang

Integral sword,handmade(High carbon steel etch blade,Leather scabbard)Full tang

Regular price $99.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $99.00 USD
Tang jian sword,High carbon steel etch blade,Rosewood

Tang jian sword,High carbon steel etch blade,Rosewood

Regular price $108.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $108.00 USD
Han dao sword,High carbon steel blade,Alloy fittings

Han dao sword,High carbon steel blade,Alloy fittings

Regular price $138.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $138.00 USD
Ruyi dagger sword,High carbon steel etch blade,Alloy fittings

Ruyi dagger sword,High carbon steel etch blade,Alloy fittings

Regular price $106.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $106.00 USD
Han jian sword,High carbon steel etch blade,Red wood scabbard

Han jian sword,High carbon steel etch blade,Red wood scabbard

Regular price $116.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $116.00 USD
Ruyi Knife sword,High carbon steel Alloy fittings

Ruyi Knife sword,High carbon steel Alloy fittings

Regular price $108.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $108.00 USD
Loong sword,Forged Damascus steel blade,Alloy fittings,Rosewood scabbard

Loong sword,Forged Damascus steel blade,Alloy fittings,Rosewood scabbard

Regular price $168.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $168.00 USD
Jiulong sword,Damascus steel blade,Black wood,Brass fittings

Jiulong sword,Damascus steel blade,Black wood,Brass fittings

Regular price $256.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $256.00 USD

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