# Write It! Japanese

> Learn how to write Japanese!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1268225663](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1268225663)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1268225663`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Jernung
- **Category:** Education
- **Rating:** 4.80 / 5 (2,306 ratings)
- **Version:** 4.6.5
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-01
- **First published:** 2018-07-28
- **Size:** 64 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-19
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/write-it-japanese/id1268225663)
- **Website:** [https://jernung.com/writeit](https://jernung.com/writeit)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://jernung.com/privacy](https://jernung.com/privacy)

## Description

Write It! Japanese helps you master writing the Japanese hiragana and katakana alphabets using real handwriting recognition, bite-sized lessons, and guided practice.

With stroke-by-stroke guidance, a timed test mode, customizable review options, progress tracking, and offline support, this app keeps learning efficient and engaging for busy schedules.

## Rankings

- #37,370 — Overall

## Review summary

Users broadly praise the app for being easy to use and effective at learning kana, with strong writing practice and helpful stroke-order feedback. They value the paid, ad-free version. However, recurring issues include crashes, unstable performance after updates, and input/recognition glitches that disrupt practice. UI/lesson organization can be confusing, and the free version tends to feel ad-heavy. Overall, it’s a very helpful learning tool when it runs smoothly, but stability bugs are a frequent drawback.

### Pros

- Easy to use and highly effective for learning Hiragana and Katakana.
- Strong writing practice with stroke-order guidance and stroke-correction animations.
- Helps with memorization and reading speed through repeatable drills and flash-card style reviews.
- Ad-free value when upgrading; paid version is worth it for a smoother experience.
- Overall engaging and motivating way to learn Japanese writing.

### Cons

- Frequent crashes and startup instability, including device- and OS-specific issues.
- Inconsistent stroke recognition and input issues (e.g., Handakuten, strokes starting/ending outside the box) that disrupt practice.
- Ad-heavy experience in the free version; many users prefer the paid ad-free option.
- Organization and navigation in lessons can be confusing or poorly structured.
- Some reports of bugs after updates or on certain devices, causing the app to become unusable.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1268225663)