Best Hiragana Keyboard Apps

232+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated July 2026

If you already know Hiragana Table Keyboard, this is the deeper bench. 232+ hiragana keyboard apps for iPhone, all reviewed and ranked by user rating, recency, and download trend as of July 2026.

Compare top Hiragana Keyboard Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Hiragana Table KeyboardHiragana Table KeyboardFree3.3★ (8)NoNoMay 2026
2Japanese KeyboardJapanese KeyboardFree3.0★ (25)NoNoAug 2026
3Kaomoji+: Emoticon KeyboardKaomoji+: Emoticon KeyboardFree4.7★ (14K)NoYesAug 2026
4Japanese Keyboard - TranslatorJapanese Keyboard - TranslatorFree3.5★ (211)YesYesJul 2026
5Japanese!! Learn Kana & KanjiJapanese!! Learn Kana & KanjiFree4.8★ (22K)NoYesAug 2026
6Kana - Hiragana and KatakanaKana - Hiragana and KatakanaFree4.8★ (13K)NoNoAug 2026
7Indic Keyboard : 13 LanguagesIndic Keyboard : 13 LanguagesFree4.6★ (3.3K)YesYesAug 2026
8Gboard – the Google KeyboardGboard – the Google KeyboardFree4.1★ (59K)NoNoAug 2026

Top Picks for Hiragana Keyboard

Hiragana Table Keyboard#1

Hiragana Table Keyboard by Yuichi HARA

Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
3.3(8 ratings)
Free
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Type Japanese characters with a hiragana table layout. It offers extensive vocabulary for JLPT N3, N4, and N5 levels, aiding learners. This keyboard prioritizes user privacy by not requiring full access.

Japanese Keyboard#2

Japanese Keyboard by Christian Rusche

Keyboard and dictionary in one
Strong Contender
🔍 Reference
3.0(25 ratings)
Free
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Type English words to instantly see Japanese text suggestions directly on your keyboard. This offline tool also allows you to look up Kanjis and write Hiragana/Katakana without switching apps.

Kaomoji+: Emoticon Keyboard#3

Kaomoji+: Emoticon Keyboard by iSolid apps

Facemoji Keyboard, Text faces
Worth Considering
🌐 Social Networking
4.7😊(14K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Access a vast library of Japanese text-based emoticons (kaomojis) directly from your keyboard. Create custom kaomoji layouts and use them across all your favorite applications. Enjoy a private experience with no ads or data collection.

What We Love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🤩 Cute and fun emoticons
  • 🚀 Convenient keyboard integration
  • 💯 Lots of free options

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Some emoticons locked behind paywall
  • 🤔 Requires review to unlock certain features
  • 🙄 Pushy about leaving reviews

More Hiragana Keyboard apps to explore

4
Japanese Keyboard - Translator
Japanese Keyboard - Translator
Japanese Keyboard - Translator
Japanese Keyboard & Translator
Free

Write and translate messages, posts, and emails in Japanese. This app offers an intuitive keyboard with word suggestions and the ability to translate Japanese to numerous other languages, including Indian and international ones. Customize text color and access emojis.

Japanese typing keyboardJapanese to other language translationEnglish to Japanese keypad switching
🔧 Utilities
(211)
freemium
5
Japanese!! Learn Kana & Kanji
Japanese!! Learn Kana & Kanji
Japanese!! Learn Kana & Kanji
Hiragana, Katakana & Grammar
Free

Master Japanese writing with comprehensive lessons for Hiragana and Katakana. Build vocabulary and grammar skills through engaging quizzes and spaced repetition. Practice reading and writing with audio pronunciation, all offline.

Hiragana and Katakana writing lessonsVocabulary and grammar lessonsSpaced repetition review quizzes
📚 Education
(22K)
free with in-app purchases
6
Kana - Hiragana and Katakana
Kana - Hiragana and Katakana
Kana - Hiragana and Katakana
Learn Japanese • quiz & draw
Free

Master Japanese Hiragana and Katakana with this app. It offers customizable tables, drawing practice, and various quiz modes including handwriting recognition. Track your learning progress and set study reminders to effectively learn the Japanese alphabets.

Customizable Kana tablesDrawing practiceMultiple quiz modes
📚 Education
(13K)
ad-supported
7
Indic Keyboard : 13 Languages
Indic Keyboard : 13 Languages
Indic Keyboard : 13 Languages
Transliteration, Fonts & Memes
Free

Type in English and automatically convert to your chosen Indian language with smart word suggestions. This keyboard works system-wide across all apps, offering a seamless typing experience for multiple Indian languages.

Type in English, convert to Indian languagesPredictive text and smart suggestionsSupports 13 Indian languages
📊 Productivity
(3.3K)
free with in-app purchases
8
Gboard – the Google Keyboard
Gboard – the Google Keyboard
Gboard – the Google Keyboard
Search. GIFs. Emojis and more.
Free

This keyboard app integrates Google Search, GIFs, and emojis directly into your typing experience. It offers features like Glide Typing for faster input and allows you to search and share information without leaving your current application.

Google Search integrationGIF and emoji searchGlide Typing for faster input
🔧 Utilities
(59K)
free
9
Japanese Keyboard & Translator
Japanese Keyboard & Translator
Japanese Keyboard & Translator
Type Japanese with ease
Free

This utility app provides an English to Japanese keyboard for faster typing and includes a translator for Japanese to English voice conversations. It offers a phonetic transliteration, eliminating the need to learn a Japanese keypad layout, and works across all your installed applications.

English to Japanese transliterationJapanese to English voice translatorWorks in all apps
🔧 Utilities
(3)
free
10
Japanese Keyboard - Japan Text
Japanese Keyboard - Japan Text
Japanese Keyboard - Japan Text
Japanese Input Keyboard
Free

Type messages, stories, and emails in Japanese with this customizable keyboard. Choose from beautiful themes, set your own photos as backgrounds, and access over 500 emojis and a Japanese dictionary for spell check. Share Japanese words easily across social networks.

Customizable themes and backgroundsSet personal photos as keyboard backgroundOver 500 emojis and smiles
🔧 Utilities
(28)
free with in-app purchases
11
Kana - type japanese
Kana - type japanese
Kana - type japanese
Practice typing Kana keyboard
Free

Master Japanese hiragana typing with interactive exercises and a built-in keyboard. Learn new characters and vocabulary while improving speed and accuracy. Offers daily challenges and instant feedback for efficient practice.

Real-time typing practiceBuilt-in hiragana keyboardLearn while typing
📚 Education
(44)
free with in-app purchases
12
Simeji
Simeji
Simeji
Japanese Emoji Keyboard
Free

This keyboard app offers a customizable Japanese input experience with a vast library of emoticons, emoji, and stickers. It features a cloud-based dictionary for up-to-date slang and phrases, along with options to personalize your keyboard's appearance. Advanced users can enjoy VIP features like OCR and unlimited theme customization.

Skinnable keyboard with custom wallpapers and themesExtensive emoticon and emoji library with rankingsCloud-based dictionary with 2M entries
🔧 Utilities
(1.2K)
free with in-app purchases
13
Hiragana Sensei
Hiragana Sensei
Hiragana Sensei
Learn to read Hiragana!
Free

Master Japanese Hiragana characters with this app. It offers short, engaging lessons and word reading challenges designed for easy practice and memorization. Start your Japanese language journey with this user-friendly tool.

Learn Hiragana charactersShort lessonsWord reading challenges
📚 Education
(240)
free
14
Japanese Keyboard & Translator
Japanese Keyboard & Translator
Japanese Keyboard & Translator
English to Japanese Translator
Free

This app provides a dedicated Japanese keyboard for efficient typing and an integrated translator to bridge language gaps. Customize your typing experience with themes, background images, and sound feedback. Access translations and typing features across any application.

Dedicated Japanese keyboardEnglish to Japanese translationMultiple input methods
🔧 Utilities
(7)
ad-supported
15
Japanese-hiragana
Japanese-hiragana
Japanese-hiragana
by hk2006
Free

This app offers a fun and engaging way for young children and beginners to learn Japanese hiragana. It incorporates interactive games, karuta, and practice exercises to help users read, write, and listen to the characters. Designed for shared learning experiences between parents and kids.

Learn to read, write, and listen to hiraganaInteractive rhythm gamesMini karuta game for fun learning
📚 Education
(45)
free
16
Hiragana Sensei 2
Hiragana Sensei 2
Hiragana Sensei 2
Learn Japanese Hiragana!
Free

Master Japanese hiragana through engaging mini-games and interactive stories. This app offers bite-sized lessons for beginners and vocabulary building for intermediate learners, with cultural insights included. Enjoy offline functionality for learning on the go.

Learn hiragana in mini-gamesBuild Japanese vocabularyStudy collected words
📚 Education
(12)
free with in-app purchases
17
Hiragana Table Keyboard Pro
Hiragana Table Keyboard Pro
Hiragana Table Keyboard Pro
by Yuichi HARA
$0.99

Type Japanese characters with a dedicated hiragana keyboard. Access a vocabulary of 4000 kanji and 300 katakana words, ideal for JLPT exam preparation. This keyboard prioritizes user privacy by not requiring full access.

Hiragana table style keyboardJLPT N2-N5 vocabulary4000 kanji words
🔧 Utilities
(0)
paid
18
Hiragana Table Keyboard - KTT
Hiragana Table Keyboard - KTT
Hiragana Table Keyboard - KTT
Kanji Typing Test
Free

Practice typing Japanese kanji with a hiragana table style keyboard. Includes vocabulary for JLPT N3, N4, and N5 levels. Ideal for learners who have studied kanji for these exams.

Hiragana table style keyboardKanji typing practiceJLPT N3, N4, N5 vocabulary
🔍 Reference
(2)
ad-supported
19
Facemoji AI Emoji Keyboard
Facemoji AI Emoji Keyboard
Facemoji AI Emoji Keyboard
Keyboard Fonts,Emoji&Sticker
Free

Enhance your mobile conversations with a custom AI-powered keyboard. Access thousands of emojis, stickers, GIFs, and cool fonts to personalize your messages and posts across various social media platforms. Create unique emojis and themes to express yourself.

AI-powered writing and translation assistantCustomizable keyboard themes, buttons, and effectsThousands of emojis, stickers, GIFs, and text art
🔧 Utilities
(436K)
free with in-app purchases
20
Hiragana Memory Hint [English]
Hiragana Memory Hint [English]
Hiragana Memory Hint [English]
by The Japan Foundation
Free

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

Mnemonic pictures, sound, and animation for memorizationVariety of quizzes to test understandingExplanations of the Japanese writing system
📚 Education
(71)
free

FAQ about Hiragana Keyboard

What are the best hiragana keyboard apps for iPhone?
Hiragana Table Keyboard tops our hiragana keyboard apps ranking as of July 2026, with a 3.3-star average from 8 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top hiragana keyboard apps we rank are free to download, including Hiragana Table Keyboard and Japanese Keyboard.
Hiragana Table Keyboard has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 232+ hiragana keyboard apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Hiragana Table Keyboard has a user rating of 3.3 stars based on 8 ratings.
Hiragana Table Keyboard is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod.