# KanaTalk

> Japanese hiragana pronunciation tool for communication and learning. (iPhone/iPad app by ASTRO INC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kanatalk/id381503681 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [ASTRO INC](https://appshunter.io/developer/349446614)
- Category: Utilities, Education
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 13 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 5 MB
- Languages: American English, Japanese
- Released: 2010-07-20
- Data updated: 2026-08-14
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kanatalk/id381503681/reviews.md

## What is KanaTalk?

It is an application program that utters a Japanese hiragana. 
Please use it by all means as a communications tool and an instructional tool. 

Button explanation

･50 sound button
When it doesn't become 50 sounds and a certain Japanese syllabary button is pushed, the sound is pronounced. 

･Vocal button
The input hiragana is read out. 

･One character deletion button
The last character of the input hiragana is deleted. 

･Entire deletion button
All input hiraganas are deleted. 

Schedule for the future
It thinks about the release of a pay application program. 
･Dictionary item registration function
･Input expectation function
･Row switch of 50 sound button
･Application program etc. that specialize in nursing site

## Key features

- Pronounces Japanese hiragana
- 50 sound button
- Vocalizes input text
- Deletes single characters
- Deletes all input

## Recent user reviews (10 of 13)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kanatalk/id381503681/reviews.md

### 1/5 — ウーム

*2014-07-09, version v2.3*

実用的かと思うが、正直言って使いにくい。
合成音声が聴きにくい。ほ。も。が同じ発音に聞こえる。
これなら、他のひらがなアプリの方が、はっきり分かります。

### 1/5 — ロボット

*2013-01-06, version v2.3*

音声があまりにもロボットのように不自然でした。
しかも「ほ」の発音が「も」になっているという致命的なミスもあり、正直学習には使えるレベルではないように思いました。

### 1/5 — Not worth it

*2012-10-19, version v2.3*

One can barely hear the distinctions between the sounds. In the particular groups across the board they sound the same. They need a real voice not a mechanical one. Don't waste your money.

### 2/5 — フリーズするか？

*2012-04-26, version v2.2*

他のレビューを見つつもDLしたけど、まったくフリーズしない。
iPadとiPad2のどちらも試したが同じ。

それよりも、設定画面内でPlus版やPro版を勧めているが、このクオリティで15,000円を出す人間はいないと思う。

この分野は足が早いから、このレベルではすぐにフリーソフトが追い越して行く。

### 2/5 — Needs better sound

*2012-03-01*

Not a bad idea for an app but unfortunately the one thing it should do; read out Japanese kana, sounds terrible. The sound bytes are not very good or clear and when saying a word and has awkwardly disjointed pacing. At least it's free.

### 1/5 — うまく動きませんでした♪(´ε｀ )

*2012-02-15, version v2.2*

僕の環境、、、といっても、普通のiPad2ですが、動きませんでした。。。

### 1/5 — ◯＜ ×

*2011-09-11, version v2.2*

ちゃんと発音しますが、すぐフリーズします

### 1/5 — Terrible

*2011-03-22, version v2.2*

Sound is broken and not clear at all

### 5/5 — ありがとう

*2010-10-12, version 0*

母が脳梗塞で、失語症になった時、すごくこのアプリは実用的で、コミュニケーションに役立ちました。言葉を話し辛い人にとって、神アプリです。コミュニケーションがとれない事がこんなにも不便で辛い事と実感して、このアプリを作ってくれた方に感謝の気持ちで一杯です。

### 2/5 — いまいち

*2010-08-05, version 0*

小文字の「あいうえお」はいれてほしい。あと、音のトーンが微妙に違う。特に「に」だけ低い。文を入れてから発声させると、つながりがスムーズでなく、聞きづらい。無料の限界か。このままの発声で有料にされても・・・。

## Frequently asked questions about KanaTalk

### What is KanaTalk?

KanaTalk is a utility application that pronounces Japanese hiragana characters. It serves as both a communication tool and an instructional aid for users learning or using Japanese.

### Does KanaTalk have ads?

No, KanaTalk is ad-free, providing an uninterrupted user experience for learning and communication.

### What devices does KanaTalk support?

KanaTalk is currently supported on iPads.

### What is the age rating for KanaTalk?

KanaTalk has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for young learners and general use.

### How often is KanaTalk updated?

The latest version of KanaTalk was released on October 12, 2017. Future updates are planned, including a pay application with dictionary and input prediction functions.

### What are the basic functions of KanaTalk?

KanaTalk features a 50-sound button for pronunciation, a vocal button to read input hiragana, a one-character deletion button, and an entire deletion button.

### What is the user rating for KanaTalk?

KanaTalk has a user rating of 3.0 stars based on 2 ratings.

### Are there plans for a paid version of KanaTalk?

Yes, the developers are considering the release of a pay application program for KanaTalk, which may include features like dictionary item registration and input expectation.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.1 — 2017-10-12

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

· Changed text color to dark blue

### v3.0 — 2017-09-22

Support 64-bit

### v2.3 — 2012-06-13

Add a KanaTalk Mini2 setting screen advertising

### v2.2 — 2011-01-30

・When you press the button, the button so that the color yellow.
・To change the position of the button can be uttered.
・When setting is completed to screen for confirmation.

### v2.0 — 2010-12-21

* Add the number buttons
* Add cursor button
* Forward / Back Buttons
* Added the ability to change button layout
* Added text input settings when you press the button when

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- [KanaTalkMini](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kanatalkmini/id385498646)
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All apps by ASTRO INC: https://appshunter.io/developer/349446614

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