The invention discloses a method for manufacturing chinaware with the optical performance of jadeite. The method comprises the following steps of subjecting NaAlSi2O6 solid powders to primary sintering to obtain primarily sintered solid; crushing and grinding the sintered solid to obtain NaAlSi2O6 sintered solid powders; subjecting NaAlSi2O6 sintered solid powders as raw materials to mechanical press molding and then high-temperature sintering in a high-temperature sintering furnace to obtain a ceramic material with the optical performance of jadeite. The low-cost jadeite chinaware is produced by combining ceramic technology and jadeite synthesizing technology. The jadeite chinaware manufactured by the method has the advantages of crystal clear appearance, high transparency and hardness, glassy luster, optical performance of the jadeite and higher ornamental value, which can be further carved to obtain high-grade vessels, artware and high-grade home decorations.