Read Japanese,
one kana at a time.
92core kana
200+characters & sounds
4study modes
Covers the complete kana set for JLPT N5.
Covers the complete kana set for JLPT N5.
Three ways to practice — then keep the momentum going with the latest from the blog.
Hirakata is a free, browser-based flashcard app — no account, no install, no paywall. Pick a deck (Hiragana, Katakana, or JLPT Vocabulary) and start immediately in one of four study modes: Study to flip through flashcards at your own pace, Quiz to test recall with multiple-choice questions, Match to pair characters with their pronunciations, and Review for a full-grid overview of everything you've covered. Every character comes with native audio pronunciation, and you can narrow practice down to just the characters you're struggling with.
Prefer studying offline? Every character set is also available as a free printable chart or practice sheet — print it, laminate it, or keep it next to your keyboard while you drill.
A new illustrated article each week. Visual mnemonics, audio, and practice words for a handful of characters — read in five minutes, then get on with your day.