Best Katakana Keyboard Apps

249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

3.8 avg rating
18 free apps
Updated October 2026

Finding the right katakana keyboard apps can be overwhelming with so many options. We've analyzed 249+ apps to bring you the best choices for 2026, from free options to premium solutions with advanced features.

Compare top Katakana Keyboard Apps (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Katakana Table KeyboardKatakana Table KeyboardFree5.0★ (2)YesNoSep 2026
2Japanese Keyboard & TranslatorJapanese Keyboard & TranslatorFree3.9★ (28)YesNoOct 2026
3Japanese KeyboardJapanese KeyboardFree3.0★ (25)NoNoOct 2026
4Japanese Keyboard : TranslatorJapanese Keyboard : TranslatorFree1.8★ (5)YesYesJul 2026
5Japanese Keyboard - TranslatorJapanese Keyboard - TranslatorFree3.5★ (221)YesYesOct 2026
6Japanese Keyboard & TranslatorJapanese Keyboard & TranslatorFree4.7★ (3)NoYesOct 2026
7Hiragana Table Keyboard ProHiragana Table Keyboard Pro$0.99—NoNoAug 2026
8Japanese Keyboard TrainerJapanese Keyboard TrainerFree5.0★ (1)NoYesOct 2026

Top Picks for Katakana Keyboard

5.0(2 ratings)
FreeAds
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Type Japanese Katakana characters with a convenient table-style keyboard. Ideal for learners, this app offers a secure typing experience without requiring full access permissions. Easily set up and use for your Japanese studies.

Japanese Keyboard & Translator#2

Japanese Keyboard & Translator by Trupti Parsaniya

English to Japanese Translator
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
3.9(28 ratings)
FreeAds
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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.

Japanese Keyboard#3

Japanese Keyboard by Christian Rusche

Keyboard and dictionary in one
Worth Considering
🔍 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.

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FAQ about Katakana Keyboard

What are the best katakana keyboard apps for iPhone?
Katakana Table Keyboard tops our katakana keyboard apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 5.0-star average from 2 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 18 of the top katakana keyboard apps we rank are free to download, including Katakana Table Keyboard and Japanese Keyboard & Translator.
Katakana Table Keyboard shows ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 249+ katakana keyboard apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.