Japanese Keyboard Online - Type in Japanese
A free virtual Japanese keyboard for typing in Hiragana, Katakana, or Kana. Click the on-screen keys, use your physical keyboard, or speak with voice typing - no installation required.
Use your physical keyboard or click the buttons above to type in Japanese.
Switch between Hiragana, Katakana, and Kana Compact using the layout selector above.
Japanese Virtual Keyboard Features
Japanese Voice Typing
Speak in Japanese and the keyboard converts your speech to Hiragana or Katakana text in real time. Useful when you know how a word sounds but not how to type it.
Download Japanese Text
Save your typed Japanese text as a .txt or .doc file. You can also export it as a PNG image - handy for sharing Japanese text on platforms that may not render Japanese fonts.
Instant Copy & Paste
Copy your typed Japanese text with one click and paste it into LINE, WhatsApp, emails, Google Docs, or any other app. The text is standard Unicode and works everywhere.
Three Keyboard Layouts
Switch between Hiragana, Katakana, and Kana Compact layouts at any time. The virtual on-screen keyboard and your physical keyboard both work with all three layouts.
How to Type Japanese Online
Quick tip: Start with simple words like ありがとう (arigatou - thank you) or こんにちは (konnichiwa - hello). Switch between Hiragana and Katakana using the layout buttons above the keyboard.
Type Japanese Text with Hiragana & Katakana Keyboards
Need to type only Hiragana or only Katakana? These pages open directly in the right layout.
Hiragana Keyboard
Type in Hiragana directly. Good for writing native Japanese words, studying grammar particles, or practicing the Hiragana script. Opens pre-set to the Hiragana layout.
Katakana Keyboard
Type in Katakana directly. Useful for writing foreign loanwords, brand names, or any word that requires Katakana. Opens pre-set to the Katakana layout.
Browse Japanese Symbols
Looking for a specific Japanese character to copy? Browse Hiragana, Katakana, Kanji, and Japanese punctuation symbols. Click any character to copy it instantly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about typing Japanese online with our free virtual keyboard.
Do I need to install software to type Japanese?
No installation needed. The Japanese keyboard works right in your browser. Just open the site and start typing. It works on phones, tablets, and computers too.
What is the difference between Hiragana and Katakana?
Hiragana is used for native Japanese words and grammar. Katakana is used for foreign loanwords and emphasis. Both are available on this keyboard with a single click.
Can I type Japanese with my regular keyboard?
Yes! Your physical keyboard maps to Japanese Kana characters automatically. Just click the text area and start typing. The on-screen keyboard shows which key produces which character.
What can I do after typing Japanese text?
Copy and paste into LINE, Twitter, emails, or any app. You can also download your text as .txt or .doc files, or save it as a PNG image.
Is this Japanese keyboard free?
Yes, completely free. No account, no registration, no hidden fees. Type in Japanese as much as you need.