Practice hiragana and katakana together before kanji.
Hane’s kana practice hub combines hiragana and katakana recognition games so you build reading fluency in both Japanese scripts before adding kanji.
Free during the public beta on Apple TestFlight.
Kana fluency first
Many learners rush into kanji before kana is truly automatic. That creates friction at every step: looking up words takes longer, grammar examples feel harder, and reading stamina drops. Hane’s kana practice mode builds speed and accuracy first.
What the kana practice hub includes
Instead of treating hiragana and katakana as separate topics, this mode mixes them the way real Japanese does:
Build kana fluency now
Join the Hane beta on TestFlight and practice hiragana and katakana together on iPhone.
Join TestFlight betaWhen you are ready for the next step
Once kana is automatic, Hane introduces beginner kanji and N5 grammar without changing apps. The transition is smooth because the same game structure carries over — you just swap kana cards for kanji cards.
Frequently asked questions
Should I practice hiragana and katakana together?
Yes, once you know both sets of characters individually. Mixed practice builds the mental flexibility you need for real Japanese text.
How fast should I be at kana before learning kanji?
Aim for near-instant recognition of any hiragana or katakana character. If you still pause to remember ぞ or ゲ, spend a bit more time on kana before adding kanji complexity.
Does Hane track kana accuracy?
Practice games give instant feedback on every answer. Over time you will feel which characters are automatic and which still need work.
What if I already know kana?
Skip straight to the kanji library, vocabulary games, or JLPT grammar lessons. Hane lets you start at any level.
Build kana fluency now
Join the Hane beta on TestFlight and practice hiragana and katakana together on iPhone.