Practice hiragana on iPhone with quick kana games.
Hane includes a dedicated hiragana practice game — Kana Trio — that teaches the 46 basic characters plus dakuten and combination kana through active recall on iPhone and iPad.
Free during the public beta on Apple TestFlight.
Start with the right foundation
Hiragana is the first writing system every Japanese learner must master. Without it, you cannot read dictionaries, grammar explanations, or even basic menus. Hane treats hiragana as a skill to practice, not a chart to memorize.
Kana Trio: active hiragana practice
Kana Trio is a fast recognition game that shows hiragana characters and asks you to match them with readings, build small words, or pick the right character from similar-looking options. It is faster and more engaging than flipping through flashcards.
Start practicing hiragana today
Join the Hane beta on Apple TestFlight and begin your first kana practice rounds on iPhone.
Join TestFlight betaWhat you will learn
The hiragana section covers:
From hiragana to kanji and grammar
Once hiragana is solid, Hane moves you into katakana, then beginner kanji, then N5 grammar. The path is designed so you never outgrow the app — you just unlock the next layer.
Frequently asked questions
Can I learn hiragana from zero with Hane?
Yes. Kana Trio is designed for absolute beginners. It introduces characters gradually and repeats them in different contexts so you build recognition naturally.
How long does it take to learn hiragana with Hane?
Most learners reach comfortable recognition in one to two weeks of short daily sessions. Mastery comes faster with active recall than with passive chart review.
Does Hane teach stroke order for hiragana?
The app focuses on recognition and reading first. For handwriting practice, use the built-in drawing input in the kanji library to trace character shapes.
What comes after hiragana?
After hiragana, the next step is katakana, then beginner kanji and N5 grammar. Hane has practice modes and lessons for all of these.
Start practicing hiragana today
Join the Hane beta on Apple TestFlight and begin your first kana practice rounds on iPhone.