Learn hiragana and katakana the fun way
Tap any character to hear it, practice with flashcards, quizzes & mini games and watch your progress grow. Most learners can learn all kana in just a few weeks.
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Hiragana and Katakana
Japanese is written with two sound-based scripts, hiragana and katakana. Each has 46 basic characters, and every character stands for one sound. Learn both and you can read any Japanese word.
Tap a character in the chart above to see it big and hear how it sounds. Switch between the basic characters, the dakuten group and the yōon combinations. When you're ready, test yourself with flashcards and the kana quiz. Your progress is saved in this browser, with no account needed.
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