# Abjad日本語 — Minimal Japanese input method

> Minimal Japanese input method (iPhone/iPad app by SHAOXIONG MENG.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/abjad/id6756169165 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [SHAOXIONG MENG](https://appshunter.io/developer/1252391571)
- Category: Utilities, Education
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.1 · 13 MB
- Languages: Arabic, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Hindi and 16 more
- Released: 2025-12-07
- Data updated: 2026-06-30
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/abjad/id6756169165/reviews.md

## What is Abjad日本語?

A revolutionary innovation of Japanese script and input method.

Features
Minimal alphabet — Fewer symbols, faster learning, less visual clutter.
Smart transliteration — Type consonants first; the app intelligently maps them to correct kana combinations.
Designed for mobile — Larger hit targets and concise layouts improve typing accuracy.
Works with katakana & loanwords — Designed with foreign-sound transliteration in mind.
Fully private — All processing happens on your device. Nothing is sent to servers.
Beginner-friendly — Great for learners familiar with alphabet-based scripts but new to Japanese.
Who is it for?
Japanese learners who prefer alphabetic writing systems
Users familiar with Arabic, Farsi, or Hebrew scripts
Anyone wanting a cleaner, more efficient Japanese typing experience
Creators and translators working with katakana loanwords
A new way to type Japanese
Solomon reduces complexity, speeds up typing, and offers a modern alternative to traditional IMEs.
Whether you're messaging, taking notes, or studying Japanese, this input method brings clarity and simplicity to your keyboard.


## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.9 — 2026-06-22

Remove diacritics

### 1.8 — 2026-01-07

Fixed errors

### 1.7 — 2026-01-01

Added list of contextual letter forms

### 1.6 — 2025-12-26

Adjusted keyboard for dark mode
Modified iPad layout

### 1.5 — 2025-12-22

Fixed bugs

## More apps by SHAOXIONG MENG

- [Baseball 0D](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/baseball-0d/id6745959959)

All apps by SHAOXIONG MENG: https://appshunter.io/developer/1252391571

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