247+ iOS apps curated and reviewed
Japanese Keyboard is the household name in japan keyboard, but it's far from the only option. We track 247+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 3.3★ (29) | Yes | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 2 |  | Free | 3.3★ (8) | No | No | Sep 2026 | |
| 3 |  | Free | 3.0★ (25) | No | No | Aug 2026 | |
| 4 |  | Free | 4.6★ (7) | Yes | No | Oct 2026 | |
| 5 |  | Free | 1.8★ (5) | Yes | Yes | Jul 2026 | |
| 6 |  | Free | 3.5★ (211) | Yes | Yes | Sep 2026 | |
| 7 |  | Free | — | — | No | Oct 2026 | |
| 8 |  | Free | 4.7★ (3) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 |
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.
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.
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.
