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This app helps young children learn hiragana and katakana by listening to sounds, tracing characters with their fingers, and practicing writing. It provides visual guides for stroke order and offers feedback on each stroke, making it easy for children to understand where to improve. Interactive quizzes reinforce learning through listening and writing exercises.
What's New in Maple ひらがな・カタカナ 書き順練習
1.3.0
September 17, 2026
■ 新しい「かくクイズ」 絵を見て、ことばを1文字ずつ書くクイズを追加しました。迷ったときは「ヒント」で書き順のお手本を見られます。書き終えたら、お手本と重ねて1文字ずつふり返れます。 ■ 書いた字の判定が新しくなりました ・1画ずつ ◎○△ で判定し、直すところを「ここ」の枠で示します ・「はねてみよう」「まじわらせよう」など、直し方を具体的に案内します ・書き順や、字の位置・大きさの違いだけでは減点しないようにしました ■ デザインを一新しました ・ボタンや文字を大きくし、見やすく押しやすくしました ・アプリのアイコンと起動画面を新しくしました ・学習の記録を、色だけでなくマークでも見分けられるようにしました ・マスコットをタップすると、ひとことおしゃべりします ■ そのほかの改善 ・読み上げ音声の再生を安定させました ・クレジット表記（筆順データのライセンス）を修正しました
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FAQ
Does Maple have ads?
No, Maple is ad-free. The developers have stated that advertisements are not displayed within the application.
What is the price of Maple?
Maple is a free application. There are no in-app purchases or hidden costs associated with its use.
What devices does Maple support?
Maple is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. The app is optimized for larger screens on iPads for an enhanced writing practice experience.
How does Maple teach writing?
Maple guides users through stroke order with visual cues and allows them to trace characters with their fingers. It provides feedback on each stroke, indicating areas for improvement.
Can I use Maple offline?
Yes, the learning features of Maple can be used without an internet connection. This allows for flexible learning anytime, anywhere.
How often is Maple updated?
The latest version, 1.3.0, was released on 2026-09-17, indicating regular updates to improve the app's functionality and content.
What is the age rating for Maple?
Maple has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for young children who are beginning to learn Japanese characters.
How does Maple track progress?
Maple visually displays learning progress for each character, indicating whether it has been 'heard,' 'written,' or 'mastered.' Users can see how many of the 142 hiragana and katakana characters they have mastered.