Best Type Kana alternatives: apps like Type Kana - Learn Japanese

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Updated November 2026

Type Kana - Learn Japanese

Kevin Struna

Type Kana is great, but it's not the only option. Explore 10+ similar apps for iPhone and iPad, each reviewed and rated by real users. Find free alternatives, premium upgrades, and hidden gems.

Top Alternatives to Type Kana

#1

hayakana - learn kana fast by Kimori LLC

Japanese characters quiz

Editor's Choice

3.5(2 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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Master Japanese kana with this app's unique romaji typing practice. It offers an immersive, Japanese-first interface and tracks your progress with detailed stats. Unlock advanced characters and forms with a one-time purchase.

#2

Kana - type japanese by Ming Rong Ng

Practice typing Kana keyboard

Strong Contender

4.5(48 ratings)

FreeAdsIn-App Purchases

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Master Japanese hiragana typing with interactive exercises and a built-in keyboard. Learn new characters and vocabulary while practicing for speed and accuracy. Ideal for learners, travelers, and students preparing for exams.

#3

PORO ー Japanese Vocabulary by Ha Ho

6000 Essential Words

Worth Considering

4.7(38 ratings)

FreeAdsIn-App Purchases

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Master Japanese vocabulary with visual aids and interactive tools. This app offers over 6,000 words, native pronunciation, and engaging games to enhance learning for all levels. Review and test your knowledge through flashcards, quizzes, and listening exercises.

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ScriptPad: Japanese Writing

ScriptPad: Japanese Writing

ScriptPad: Japanese Writing

by Hugo Alberto Garza Jr

Master Japanese reading, writing, typing, and speaking with this comprehensive learning tool. It offers structured vocabulary, JLPT preparation, and interactive handwriting practice with animated stroke guides. Engage in various games to reinforce learning and improve pronunciation.

Animated stroke order guides for charactersHandwriting practice with drawing canvasComplete JLPT vocabulary (N5-N1)

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kawaiiNihongo - Learn Japanese

kawaiiNihongo - Learn Japanese

kawaiiNihongo - Learn Japanese

Hiragana, Katakana & Kanji

Learn Japanese for free with engaging flashcards, games, and story-driven lessons. Master Hiragana, Katakana, Kanji, and grammar through interactive exercises and native speaker audio. Customize your learning experience and progress at your own pace.

Learn Hiragana and KatakanaJLPT N5 grammar and KanjiOver 450 learning cards

free with in-app purchases

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Coban: Learn Japanese

Coban: Learn Japanese

Coban: Learn Japanese

JLPT N5-N1 Grammar & Kanji

Master Japanese grammar, kanji, and vocabulary from beginner to advanced levels. Learn in context with example sentences and audio, and reinforce your knowledge with review tools. Study offline and prepare for JLPT exams with comprehensive content.

Structured lessons from N5 to N17,500+ vocabulary words2,100+ kanji

free with in-app purchases

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Kana - hiragana + katakana

Kana - hiragana + katakana

Kana - hiragana + katakana

Learn Japanese alphabet

Master the Japanese writing systems with this app. It offers interactive lessons for learning, pronouncing, and writing hiragana and katakana, complete with audio pronunciation and stroke order guides.

Learn hiragana and katakanaAudio pronunciation for each symbolPractice writing with finger

free with in-app purchases

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Katakana Memory Hint [English]

Katakana Memory Hint [English]

Katakana Memory Hint [English]

by The Japan Foundation Japanese-Language Institute, Kansai

Learn Japanese katakana characters through engaging mnemonic pictures, sounds, and animations. Test your knowledge with various quizzes and access a pronunciation guide for each character. Ideal for beginners and those curious about Japanese writing.

Mnemonic pictures, sound, and animationUnderstanding quizzesExplanations of Japanese writing system

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Moji - Learn Japanese & Kanji

Moji - Learn Japanese & Kanji

Moji - Learn Japanese & Kanji

Practice, Quiz & Widgets

Integrate Japanese kanji learning into your daily routine with lock screen widgets and flashcard reviews. Practice writing, learn readings and meanings, and track your progress towards JLPT levels.

Lock Screen and Home Screen widgetsKanji organized by JLPT levelSpaced repetition flashcards

free with in-app purchases

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Japanese ー Listening・Speaking

Japanese ー Listening・Speaking

Japanese ー Listening・Speaking

for Japanese self-learners

Master Japanese pronunciation and fluency with daily dialogs and native speaker audio. Practice speaking, improve listening skills, and expand vocabulary through various topics and interactive exercises. Suitable for all learner levels.

750+ daily Japanese dialogsNative speaker audioPronunciation and intonation practice

free with in-app purchases

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