Language Keyboards
Japanese Keyboard Online — Type Hiragana & Katakana
Type Japanese kana online for free. Use the Hiragana board, switch to Katakana with one tap, then copy your text anywhere — no app to install.
Example: type a phrase
こんにちは
Meaning: Hello
- こ ん に ち は → こんにちは
Typing rules & quick reference
Tap a key to type — this table is a quick reference.
About this keyboard
Japanese is written with two kana syllabaries — Hiragana for native words and Katakana for foreign words and emphasis — plus kanji. This board gives you the full gojūon of both kana; tap the あ / ア key to switch between them and copy your text anywhere.
How to use
- Tap the kana — Use the on-screen Hiragana board to type.
- Switch to Katakana — Tap the あ / ア key to switch between Hiragana and Katakana.
- Copy your text — Press Copy to put your Japanese text on the clipboard.
Frequently asked questions
How do I type Japanese online?
Tap the kana on the on-screen keyboard, switch between Hiragana and Katakana with the あ/ア key, then press Copy.
Can I type Katakana too?
Yes. Tap the あ/ア toggle to switch the whole board to Katakana and back.
Does it work on phone and tablet?
Yes — it works on iPhone, Android, iPad and desktop browsers.