# SORAGAKI HIRAGANA/KATAKANA

> Interactive app for learning Japanese hiragana and katakana stroke orders and writing. (iPhone/iPad app by BUNKEIDO CO.,LTD..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/soragaki-hiraganakatakana/id741217890 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [BUNKEIDO CO.,LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/545565481)
- Category: Education
- Price: $1.99 with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 62 MB
- Languages: American English, Japanese
- Released: 2013-12-10
- Data updated: 2026-06-25
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/soragaki-hiraganakatakana/id741217890/reviews.md

## What is SORAGAKI HIRAGANA/KATAKANA?

The leaning application of stroke orders and words, “SORAGAKI HIRAGANA / KATAKANA” is the application which enables the learning of the stroke orders, character styles, and words of hiragana and katakana by tracing and writing them on a tablet screen with a finger or stylus pen.
You can learn each character of hiragana and katakana independently, and furthermore you can also register your name and practice to write it and you can practice the words in 2 categories (additional charge is required.)
　If you pass the word practice, you can get the illustration of the word as the prize. It is full of other articles to evoke children’s sense of accomplishment.

Great points!!
●You can finely represent “tome,” “hane,” and “harai,” and practice to write beautiful characters.
●You can also hear and practice character pronunciation, so that you can simultaneously learn reading and writing.

■Functions
・It covers all 71 characters (including dull and semi voiced sound) of hiragana and katakana respectively.
・One of 3 practice methods, “select and write,” “write in order,” and “write voluntarily” can be selected for the practice character.
　”Select and write”: Characters appear in order from the selected character. Several characters can be selected.
　”Write in order”: Characters appear in order from “あ・ア” and “い・イ.”
　”Write voluntarily”: Characters appear at random.
・The character practice has 3 patterns, “with stroke order,” “without stroke order,” “write with hearing sound.”
”With stroke order”: Trace the stroke order displayed by one stroke to practice.
”Without stroke order”: Practice only displaying a trace character.
　”Write with hearing sound”: Practice hearing the pronunciation of a character.
・”Hint” enables to confirm the stroke number and line of a character.
・The written character is automatically judged right or wrong. When passing it, you will get “○.”
・The written character is recorded just as the written image. The record can also be deleted.
・You can input your name (hiragana and katakana) at “write name,” and practice to write the name. After finishing the practice, the characters you wrote will be displayed on the top screen.
・At “trial words” you can practice words including animal names and fruit or vegetable names. When passing it, you can get the illustration of the word.

●●Charge in application ●●
The following 2 categories of words are prepared in all.
 “Fruit and Vegetable” “Animal and Insect”Each category contains 30 words.

## Key features

- Trace stroke orders for hiragana and katakana
- Practice writing individual characters
- Learn character pronunciation
- Write your name in Japanese
- Practice themed word lists
- Receive instant feedback on writing accuracy
- Unlock illustrations as rewards

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $1.99.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ことばセット「やさい・くだもの」 | $1.99 | one-time |
| ことばセット「どうぶつ・こんちゅう」 | $1.99 | one-time |



## Frequently asked questions about SORAGAKI HIRAGANA/KATAKANA

### What is SORAGAKI HIRAGANA/KATAKANA?

SORAGAKI HIRAGANA/KATAKANA is an educational application designed to teach the stroke orders, character styles, and words of hiragana and katakana. It allows users to practice writing by tracing on a tablet screen.

### How does SORAGAKI HIRAGANA/KATAKANA teach writing?

The app offers various practice methods, including tracing stroke orders, writing characters in sequence, or writing them randomly. It provides hints for stroke numbers and lines, and automatically judges the accuracy of the written characters.

### Can I learn pronunciation with SORAGAKI HIRAGANA/KATAKANA?

Yes, the application allows you to hear and practice character pronunciations. This feature helps users simultaneously learn both reading and writing Japanese kana.

### What kind of word practice is available in SORAGAKI HIRAGANA/KATAKANA?

SORAGAKI HIRAGANA/KATAKANA offers trial word practice, including categories like 'Fruit and Vegetable' and 'Animal and Insect'. Each category contains 30 words, and passing the practice earns users illustrations as rewards.

### Is SORAGAKI HIRAGANA/KATAKANA suitable for young children?

With an age rating of 4+, the app is designed to be engaging for young learners. It includes features like illustrations as rewards and focuses on building a sense of accomplishment.

### What devices does SORAGAKI HIRAGANA/KATAKANA support?

Currently, SORAGAKI HIRAGANA/KATAKANA is supported on iPads, allowing for a larger screen experience for tracing and writing practice.

### How much does SORAGAKI HIRAGANA/KATAKANA cost?

SORAGAKI HIRAGANA/KATAKANA is a paid application priced at $1.99. There are additional in-app purchases for specific word categories.

### When was SORAGAKI HIRAGANA/KATAKANA last updated?

The application was last updated on April 27, 2021, to version 1.0.2. This indicates ongoing support and potential for future improvements.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.0.2 — 2021-04-27

iOS14 is now supported.

### 1.0.1 — 2018-03-29

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

・We corresponded to iOS 8~11.

### 1.0 — 2013-12-10

No release notes.

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