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A Japanese kana practice tool that turns romaji typed on a regular keyboard into hiragana or katakana, with audio and progress tracking.

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For: Japanese learners practicing hiragana and katakana
Worth noticing: The kana map groups basic rows, dakuten, yōon, and small っ/ー, with status from “Not practised” to “Mastered.”

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The practice setup lets learners choose hiragana, katakana, or both, then select single kana or words and narrow the rows to work on. Sessions can be set to 20, 50, or 100 items, with optional romaji hints, sound effects, and a selectable typing buddy. The FAQ says progress charts and syncing are free, while Pro includes a longer history and more AI credits.

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