# Kana - type japanese — Practice typing Kana keyboard

> App for practicing and mastering Japanese hiragana typing. (iPhone/iPad app by Ming Rong Ng.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kana-type-japanese/id6744024458 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Ming Rong Ng](https://appshunter.io/developer/1613121108)
- Category: Education, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 44 App Store ratings · 6 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 46 MB
- Languages: American English, Japanese, Korean, Malay, Chinese (Simplified, China)
- Released: 2025-04-10
- Data updated: 2026-08-23
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kana-type-japanese/id6744024458/reviews.md

## What is Kana?

Master Japanese Typing | Type Kana Like a Japanese!

Unlock the power of Japanese typing with our cutting-edge app - your ultimate tool for learning to type in hiragana quickly, accurately, and like a native speaker. Whether you’re just starting out with Japanese or looking to boost your speed and accuracy, this is the perfect app for mastering kana typing.

Why Choose Our Japanese Typing App?
• Real-Time Typing Practice – Improve your speed and accuracy with interactive hiragana typing exercises.
• Built-In Hiragana Keyboard – No need to install a Japanese keyboard! Practice directly with our intuitive kana keyboard.
• Learn While You Type – Pick up new hiragana characters, vocabulary, and sentence patterns as you go.
• Instant Feedback – Get real-time corrections and insights to refine your Japanese typing technique.
• Clean, Minimal Design – Focus solely on your kana practice without unnecessary distractions.
• Daily Typing Challenges – Stay motivated and engaged with fun, bite-sized kana typing tasks.

Who Is This App For?
• Japanese learners eager to master kana typing and improve fluency.
• Travelers and expats in Japan looking to communicate more confidently through typing.
• Students preparing for JLPT or other Japanese exams that require solid typing skills.
• Anyone who wants to type in Japanese naturally and efficiently.

Start your Japanese typing journey today — one hiragana at a time.

Download now and practice kana typing effortlessly!

Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- Real-time typing practice
- Built-in hiragana keyboard
- Learn while typing
- Instant feedback
- Daily typing challenges
- Minimalist design

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Yearly Plan | $9.99 | per year |
| Weekly Plan | $0.99 | per 7 days |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| life time plan | $19.99 | one-time |
| life time plan | $24.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (6 of 6)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kana-type-japanese/id6744024458/reviews.md

### 4/5 — ❤️

*2026-01-24*

히라가나앱도 한글앱폰트처럼 바꼈으면 좋겠어요 ㅠㅠ

**Developer response:** 피드백 정말 감사합니다! 
히라가나 앱 디자인을 한글앱처럼 바꾸면 좋겠다는 말씀으로 이해했어요.

디자인 부분은 현재 픽셀 아트 스타일로 리디자인하는 것도 고민 중이에요.
다만 키보드는 일본어 타이핑 연습이라는 앱의 목적 때문에 지금 방식은 유지할 예정이에요.

대신, 원하시는 분들을 위해 휴대폰 기본 키보드를 사용할 수 있는 옵션은 이미 제공하고 있어요 ^.^
앞으로도 좋은 의견 있으면 언제든지 남겨주세요. 감사합니다!

### 2/5 — 광고가많음

*2025-11-27*

결제를 안하면 광고가 너무 많이떠요ㅠ 한단어 쓰면 광고나오고 계속 그러네요 이건 무조건 결제하고쓰는 앱인가요?

**Developer response:** 불편을 드려서 정말 죄송합니다ㅠ
광고는 보통 90초에서 2분 사이로 한 번씩 나오도록 설정되어 있어요.
그래서 타이핑 속도가 천천하면 광고가 더 자주 뜨는 것처럼 느껴질 수 있어요.

광고 없이 사용하고 싶으시면, 구독을 통해 광고 제거가 가능해요.
저에게도 큰 도움이 되니 고려해주시면 정말 감사하겠습니다!

### 5/5 — 좋아서 구매했습니다.

*2025-11-08*

한자를 크게 볼수는 없나요?

**Developer response:** 소중한 의견 감사합니다. 최신 버전에 글자 크기 설정을 추가했습니다.
한번 확인해 보시고 잘 작동하는지 알려주실 수 있을까요?

문제가 있다면 언제든지 말씀해주세요. 감사합니다!

### 5/5 — 진짜 너무너무너무 좋아요

*2025-09-08*

정말 만족하고 사용하고 있습니더ㅠㅠ
결제해서 사용중인데 문장,단어도 풍부하고 타이핑도 오르는게 눈에 보여서 너무너무 좋아요!!!완전 강추🫶🫶한글이랑 영어도 있던데 불어나 스페인어같은 언어도 있었으면 좋겟어요(제 개인적 의견😻)개발자님 꽃길만 걸으시구 앞으로도 재밌고 유익한 공부어플 많이 만들어주세요!!😻🫶

**Developer response:** 따뜻한 응원과 소중한 의견 정말 감사합니다! 🌸 타이핑 실력이 오르는 게 눈에 보인다고 해주셔서 저희도 너무 기쁩니다. 말씀해주신 불어, 스페인어 등 다른 언어 확장도 꼭 참고하겠습니다. 앞으로도 더 재미있고 유익한 앱으로 보답하겠습니다. 감사합니다! 🙏

### 1/5 — not worthy

*2025-08-23*

- unchangable fonts
- frequent ads
- no katakana
- no kanji
+ some words have related pictures

**Developer response:** Thank you for your feedback! I really appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts. I'm constantly working to improve the app, and your points are very helpful:
- Fonts: I’ll explore options for customizable fonts in future updates.
- Ads: A paid plan is available to remove ads if you’d prefer an ad-free experience.

Thanks again for helping me make the app better!

### 5/5 — Amazing

*2025-06-05*

Very helpful and i have learned a lot. The new updates are very helpful also.

**Developer response:** Thank you so much for your feedback! It means a lot to me.

## Frequently asked questions about Kana

### Does Kana have ads?

Yes, Kana contains advertisements. This is common for free educational apps that offer in-app purchases for additional features or content.

### What is the pricing for Kana subscriptions?

Kana offers a Weekly Plan for $0.99 and a Yearly Plan for $9.99. These subscriptions likely unlock premium features or remove ads.

### How does Kana help users learn Japanese typing?

Kana provides real-time typing practice with interactive hiragana exercises, a built-in keyboard, and instant feedback to improve speed and accuracy. It also allows users to learn new characters and vocabulary as they type.

### Is Kana suitable for beginners in Japanese?

Yes, Kana is designed for users just starting with Japanese or looking to improve their kana typing skills. Its features focus on mastering hiragana quickly and accurately.

### What devices support Kana?

Kana is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, making it accessible to a wide range of Apple users.

### How often is Kana updated?

The latest version of Kana is 3.6, which was last updated on March 17, 2026. This indicates a relatively active development cycle.

### What is the age rating for Kana?

Kana has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for young learners and users of all ages.

### Can I practice kana without installing a separate Japanese keyboard?

Yes, Kana includes a built-in hiragana keyboard, so you can practice typing directly within the app without needing to install any additional keyboard layouts.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.1 — 2026-07-28

fix:
• improve app performance

### 3.9 — 2026-04-29

fix:
• unable to save language setting

### 3.8 — 2026-04-02

new:
• ability to change the app language to supported languages (English, Korean, Chinese and Malay)

### 3.7 — 2026-03-29

fix
• update app category

### 3.6 — 2026-03-17

new
• return / enter button to move to next word.

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All apps by Ming Rong Ng: https://appshunter.io/developer/1613121108

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