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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Black Gold jian Forged high Carbon Steel Blade,Alloy Fittings,PU Scabbard

Black Gold jian Forged high Carbon Steel Blade,Alloy Fittings,PU Scabbard

Regular price $145.00 USD

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Ruyi jian Swords High Carbon Steel Groove Blade,Alloy Fittings,Fake Skin Scabbard

Ruyi jian Swords High Carbon Steel Groove Blade,Alloy Fittings,Fake Skin Scabbard

Regular price $156.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $156.00 USD
Han jian,Damascus Steel Octahedron Blade,Brass Handle,Ebony Scabbard

Han jian,Damascus Steel Octahedron Blade,Brass Handle,Ebony Scabbard

Regular price $366.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $366.00 USD
Great Han jian Swords Carbon Steel Etched Blade,Alloy Fittings,Solid Wood Scabbard

Great Han jian Swords Carbon Steel Etched Blade,Alloy Fittings,Solid Wood Scabbard

Regular price $141.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $141.00 USD
Great Han jian Blue Blade,Alloy Fittings,Solid Wood+Paint Scabbard

Great Han jian Blue Blade,Alloy Fittings,Solid Wood+Paint Scabbard

Regular price $142.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $142.00 USD
Full Tang jian High Carbon Steel octahedral Blade,PU Scabbard

Full Tang jian High Carbon Steel octahedral Blade,PU Scabbard

Regular price $138.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $138.00 USD
Bagua jian Forged Carbon Steel Etch Blade,Alloy Fittings,Redwood Scabbard

Bagua jian Forged Carbon Steel Etch Blade,Alloy Fittings,Redwood Scabbard

Regular price $178.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $178.00 USD
Han jian,Damascus Steel octahedral Blades,Brass Fittings,Two Scabbard Materials

Han jian,Damascus Steel octahedral Blades,Brass Fittings,Two Scabbard Materials

Regular price From $266.00 USD

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Ancient Han jian Damascus Steel Burn Blades,Brass Fittings,Ebony Scabbard

Ancient Han jian Damascus Steel Burn Blades,Brass Fittings,Ebony Scabbard

Regular price $398.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $398.00 USD
fengyun jian,Forged High Carbon Steel Blades,Black Wood Scabbard,Alloy Fittings

fengyun jian,Forged High Carbon Steel Blades,Black Wood Scabbard,Alloy Fittings

Regular price $152.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $152.00 USD
Song jian Swords Forged Damascus Steel Blades,Ebony Scabbard,Brass Fittings

Song jian Swords Forged Damascus Steel Blades,Ebony Scabbard,Brass Fittings

Regular price $500.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $500.00 USD
Yongle jian Damascus Steel Blades,Ebony Scabbard,Brass Fittings

Yongle jian Damascus Steel Blades,Ebony Scabbard,Brass Fittings

Regular price $500.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $500.00 USD
han Sword Real Medium Carbon Steel Blade Yellow Scabbard

han Sword Real Medium Carbon Steel Blade Yellow Scabbard

Regular price $142.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $142.00 USD
Ring-Headed Han dao high Carbon Steel Blades Martial Arts Weapons

Ring-Headed Han dao high Carbon Steel Blades Martial Arts Weapons

Regular price $126.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $126.00 USD
Han jian Swords Real Damascus Steel Sword Brass Fittings Battle Ready

Han jian Swords Real Damascus Steel Sword Brass Fittings Battle Ready

Regular price $256.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $256.00 USD
Han Swords Real,Forged Spring Steel Blades,Alloy Fittings

Han Swords Real,Forged Spring Steel Blades,Alloy Fittings

Regular price $150.00 USD

Regular price Sale price $150.00 USD

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