Best Japanese Handwriting Keyboard Apps

243+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

3.8 avg rating
14 free apps
Updated October 2026

Japanese Handwriting Keyboard is the household name in japanese handwriting keyboard, but it's far from the only option. We track 243+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.

Compare top Japanese Handwriting Keyboard Apps (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Japanese Handwriting KeyboardJapanese Handwriting Keyboard$9.994.1★ (8)NoNoOct 2026
2Handwriting Keyboard ™Handwriting Keyboard ™Free4.5★ (1K)YesYesOct 2026
3Handwriting KeyboardHandwriting Keyboard$3.994.0★ (96)NoNoOct 2026
4Gboard – the Google KeyboardGboard – the Google KeyboardFree4.1★ (59K)NoNoOct 2026
5Japanese HandwritingJapanese HandwritingFree2.3★ (3)YesNoMay 2026
6Japanese Keyboard - Japan TextJapanese Keyboard - Japan TextFree3.3★ (29)YesYesOct 2026
7Hanami - Japanese HandwrittenHanami - Japanese Handwritten$0.994.0★ (1)NoNoOct 2026
8Japanese Keyboard - TranslatorJapanese Keyboard - TranslatorFree3.5★ (211)YesYesSep 2026

Top Picks for Japanese Handwriting Keyboard

Japanese Handwriting Keyboard#1

Japanese Handwriting Keyboard by 倩喜 阮

Recognize Handwritten Japanese
Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
4.1(8 ratings)
$9.99
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This keyboard app allows users to handwrite Japanese characters, including kana, Romaji, numbers, and symbols. It offers features like accurate recognition, sound playback of handwritten text, and customization options for pen color, line width, and keyboard height. The app supports offline use and system theme following.

Handwriting Keyboard ™#2

Handwriting Keyboard ™ by Reeba Sebastian

One App. Every Language.
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
4.5😐(1K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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This app provides a handwriting keyboard that supports all languages, allowing you to write naturally with your finger or stylus in any application. It seamlessly integrates Google word suggestions and allows for easy switching between multiple languages.

What We Love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Fast handwriting recognition
  • 💡 Supports multiple Indian languages
  • 🎨 Customizable interface
  • 🧠 Accurate text conversion

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
  • 🔒 Privacy concerns with data access
  • 💰 Expensive subscription model
  • 🔌 Requires internet connection
  • 🤔 Confusing setup process
Handwriting Keyboard#3

Handwriting Keyboard by Catalystwo

Handwrite in apps—even offline
Worth Considering
🔧 Utilities
4.0(96 ratings)
$3.99
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Effortlessly convert your handwritten notes into typed text across any application. This keyboard works offline, supports Apple Pencil, and offers customizable input settings for a seamless user experience.

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FAQ about Japanese Handwriting Keyboard

What are the best japanese handwriting keyboard apps for iPhone?
Japanese Handwriting Keyboard tops our japanese handwriting keyboard apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 4.1-star average from 8 App Store ratings, and it's priced at $9.99.
Yes — 14 of the top japanese handwriting keyboard apps we rank are free to download, including Handwriting Keyboard ™ and Gboard – the Google Keyboard.
Japanese Handwriting Keyboard has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 243+ japanese handwriting keyboard apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.