# Learn to Write Hiragana - Japanese Writing Wizard

> Interactive app for learning and practicing Japanese Hiragana characters. (iPhone/iPad app by Pierre Abel.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/learn-to-write-hiragana-japanese-writing-wizard/id1016431983 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Pierre Abel](https://appshunter.io/developer/367460664)
- Category: Education
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.90/5 from 59 App Store ratings · 21 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 55 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, European Spanish, Swedish
- Released: 2015-10-01
- Data updated: 2026-09-07
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/learn-to-write-hiragana-japanese-writing-wizard/id1016431983/reviews.md

## What is Learn to Write Hiragana?

Learn to write Japanese Hiragana letters and the sound of each letter !
This app has been designed for Japanese kids, and therefore is perfect for beginners learning Hiragana.

• Show you the correct letter path
• Force you to write each letter correctly
• Letter sound included
• Use fun animations or a simple pen to write
• Add your own words
• Many Settings ( size, difficulty, hide path,...)
• Create PDF and print them to write on paper

User interface is in English

5 letters, 5 words, 5 numbers and 5 shapes are included. You can unlock all the letters and the ability to add your own word using one in-app purchase.

This app does not show ads, and does not collect any user information.

## Key features

- Correct letter path guidance
- Mandatory correct writing
- Letter sound pronunciation
- Customizable writing tools
- Printable PDF practice sheets
- Unlockable full content

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Everything (All Letters, Words and Shapes + Add Your Own Words) | $2.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 21)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/learn-to-write-hiragana-japanese-writing-wizard/id1016431983/reviews.md

### 2/5 — There isn’t school ed

*2026-07-03*

Why is there not school ed (full version)

### 5/5 — Jason Tamulski

*2026-07-01*

Xylophone has

### 1/5 — When i tap on setting goes back to Home Screen

*2024-04-14*

I can’t make words so the app goes to the home screen.

### 3/5 — What.

*2023-12-29*

Some buttons don’t work like settings, and add new word.
Please fix if you can!
Also can you add kanji, or maybe katakana, or maybe dakuten and handakuten if you can

### 5/5 — Can you add ゐ and ゑ？

*2023-04-13*

It’s great but add ゐ and ゑ for the pack with all the other characters, also add が-ぽ and きゃ-ぴょ to the pack with all the other characters

### 2/5 — 濁点が使えない

*2022-10-18, version 1.1.2*

書く練習の部分では子供が飽きない工夫が良いが、濁点のある単語を登録できないという致命的な不具合あり。日本語わかってない人の設計。

### 5/5 — Hello!

*2022-01-25*

Please delete the purchase list. Please allow me to use all apps for free. Like the English cursive we learn at school!

### 1/5 — No no no

*2022-01-01*

I wanted the other version it’s the best and you removed it how bad you are 🤬!

### 5/5 — Add Katakana and Sound Marks!

*2021-02-17*

I can’t wait for the sound marks, katakana characters, and Wi And We! (ゐ/ヰ/Wi) (ゑ/ヱ/We)

### 4/5 — Gut für Kinder - einfach & lustig 👌🏻

*2021-01-17*

Meine Tochter liebt das Programm einfach wegen der Spielereien.
Ich wünsche mir mehr Aussprache-Wiederholungen und kleine Alphabet-Buchstaben zum Zeichen. 
Die Dateigröße ist super für den Inhalt.

## Frequently asked questions about Learn to Write Hiragana

### How does Learn to Write Hiragana teach the letters?

The app shows the correct stroke order for each Hiragana letter and requires users to write them correctly. It also includes the sound of each letter and offers fun animations or a simple pen for writing practice.

### Can I practice Hiragana on paper with this app?

Yes, the app allows you to create PDF files of the letters, which you can then print to practice writing Hiragana on paper.

### What content is free in Learn to Write Hiragana?

The free version includes 5 letters, 5 words, 5 numbers, and 5 shapes. You can unlock all letters and the ability to add your own words through a one-time in-app purchase.

### Does Learn to Write Hiragana have ads?

No, this app does not show advertisements. It is designed to provide an uninterrupted learning experience.

### What devices is Learn to Write Hiragana available on?

The app is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, making it accessible for Apple users on the go.

### How often is Learn to Write Hiragana updated?

The app was last updated on March 31, 2016, with version 1.1.2. It has not received updates since then.

### What is the age rating for Learn to Write Hiragana?

The app is rated for ages 4 and up, making it suitable for young children learning to write.

### Does Learn to Write Hiragana collect user information?

No, the app explicitly states that it does not collect any user information, ensuring user privacy.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.1.2 — 2016-03-31

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

よ letter updated

### 1.1.1 — 2016-01-12

fix a bug with the pen on 64 bits devices

### 1.1 — 2015-12-21

Optimized for iPad Pro  !

### 1.0 — 2015-09-16

No release notes.

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All apps by Pierre Abel: https://appshunter.io/developer/367460664

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