Japanese Typing Practice
Practice typing hiragana and katakana from romaji input. Track your speed and accuracy as you improve.
Lessons (24)
Vowels Practice
BeginnerPractice the five basic Japanese vowels
K-Row Basics
BeginnerPractice the K-row syllables
S-Row Basics
BeginnerPractice the S-row syllables
T-Row Basics
BeginnerPractice the T-row syllables
N-Row Basics
BeginnerPractice the N-row syllables
H-Row Basics
BeginnerPractice the H-row syllables
M-Row Basics
BeginnerPractice the M-row syllables
Y-Row Basics
BeginnerPractice the Y-row syllables
R-Row Basics
BeginnerPractice the R-row syllables
W-Row and N
BeginnerPractice W-row and standalone N
Hello
BeginnerLearn to type "Hello"
Good Morning
BeginnerLearn to type "Good morning"
Good Evening
BeginnerLearn to type "Good evening"
Thank You
BeginnerLearn to type "Thank you"
Goodbye
BeginnerLearn to type "Goodbye"
Nice to Meet You
BeginnerLearn to type "Nice to meet you"
Excuse Me
BeginnerLearn to type "Excuse me"
Yes and No
BeginnerLearn to type "Yes" and "No"
Numbers 1-5
BeginnerPractice numbers 1 through 5
Numbers 6-10
BeginnerPractice numbers 6 through 10
Counting Objects
BeginnerPractice counting objects 1-3
Basic Particles
BeginnerPractice basic particles ใฏ, ใ, ใซ
More Particles
BeginnerPractice particles ใ, ใง, ใธ
Question Particles
BeginnerPractice question and emphasis particles
How to Use This Typing Practice Tool
Getting started with Japanese typing practice is simple. First, select your preferred modeโhiragana for native Japanese words or katakana for foreign loanwords. Then choose a difficulty level that matches your current skill: beginner for basic syllables, intermediate for common words and phrases, or advanced for complex sentences.
Once you've selected a lesson, press Enter or click Start to begin. Type the romaji characters shown, and watch as they convert to Japanese kana in real-time. The tool tracks your typing speed (WPM and CPM) and accuracy, giving you immediate feedback on your performance. Green characters indicate correct input, while red highlights show errors.
Use keyboard shortcuts for efficient practice: Escape to pause, Tab to skip to the next lesson, and Ctrl+R to restart. Your statistics are automatically saved, so you can track your improvement over time in the Statistics dashboard.
Romaji to Kana Conversion Guide
Basic Hiragana Chart
Special Combinations
Tip: Katakana uses the same romaji patterns but produces different characters (e.g., "ka" โ ใซ instead of ใ). Practice both to become proficient in all Japanese typing scenarios.
Tips for Improving Your Japanese Typing
๐ก Start with accuracy, then speed
Focus on typing correctly first. Speed will naturally improve as you become more familiar with the romaji patterns.
๐ก Practice regularly
Short, consistent practice sessions (10-15 minutes daily) are more effective than occasional long sessions.
๐ก Learn the patterns
Japanese romaji follows consistent patterns. Once you learn combinations like 'kya', 'sha', 'cha', they become automatic.
๐ก Use all your fingers
Proper touch typing technique helps with speed and reduces fatigue. Keep your fingers on the home row.
๐ก Don't look at the keyboard
Train yourself to type without looking down. This builds muscle memory and significantly improves speed.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Japanese typing work with romaji input?
Japanese typing using romaji input works by converting Latin alphabet characters into Japanese kana. When you type 'ka', it converts to 'ใ' (hiragana) or 'ใซ' (katakana). This is the standard input method used on Japanese computers and is called 'romaji input' or 'ใญใผใๅญๅ ฅๅ'. Our tool helps you practice this conversion in real-time.
What is the difference between hiragana and katakana practice?
Hiragana (ใฒใใใช) is used for native Japanese words, grammatical elements, and words without kanji. Katakana (ใซใฟใซใ) is primarily used for foreign loanwords, onomatopoeia, and emphasis. Both use the same romaji input patterns, but produce different character sets. Practicing both helps you become proficient in all aspects of Japanese typing.
What is a good WPM for Japanese typing?
For Japanese typing, beginners typically achieve 10-20 WPM, intermediate typists reach 30-50 WPM, and advanced typists can exceed 60-80 WPM. Note that Japanese WPM is calculated differently than English due to the conversion process. Focus on accuracy first, then gradually increase speed.
How do I type special characters like small tsu (ใฃ) or long vowels?
Small tsu (ใฃ/ใ) is typed by doubling the consonant of the following syllable (e.g., 'kk' for ใฃใ). Long vowels in hiragana use the appropriate vowel character (e.g., 'ou' for ใใ), while katakana uses the prolonged sound mark 'ใผ' typed with '-'. Special combinations like 'sha', 'chi', 'tsu' follow standard romaji conventions.
Can I practice with my own custom text?
Yes! Our tool includes a custom text mode where you can input any romaji text you want to practice. This is great for practicing specific vocabulary, song lyrics, or text from your Japanese studies.
Are my typing statistics saved?
Yes, your typing statistics are automatically saved in your browser's local storage. This includes your WPM, accuracy, and session history. You can view your progress over 7 days, 30 days, or all time.
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