Introduction
Learning to write Japanese characters can be challenging. You need paper, a pen, and a lot of patience. But what if you could practice anywhere, anytime, right on your smartphone?
Introducing MojiTrace, a free online tool designed to help you practice Hiragana writing with a digital “Genkou Youshi” (Japanese manuscript paper).
Practice Hiragana Here (MojiTrace Tool)
MojiTrace Hiragana
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How to Use This Tool
Using MojiTrace is simple. It works perfectly on your iPhone, iPad, Android, or PC.
- Select a Character: Choose the Hiragana you want to practice from the dropdown menu (e.g., “a”, “ka”, “shi”).
- Tracing Mode: Tap the “Tracing” button (Eye icon) to see the faint outline. Trace over the character to learn its shape and balance.
- Memory Mode: Once you feel confident, switch to “Memory” mode. The guide will disappear. Try to write the character from memory!
- Check Your Answer: Tap the “Answer” button to reveal the correct shape and see how well you did.
🚀 Ready for the Next Level?
Once you have mastered Hiragana, it is time to move on to Katakana and Kanji. We have specialized tools for each writing system. Challenge yourself now!
🔥 Next Challenge: Katakana
Katakana is used for foreign words like “Coffee” (コーヒー) or your name. [Go to Katakana Practice Tool →]

🌳 Next Challenge: Kanji (N5)
Start learning basic Kanji characters like numbers and days of the week. [Go to Kanji N5 Practice Tool →]

Why Handwriting Practice Matters?
In the digital age, we often type more than we write. However, for language learners, writing by hand is incredibly important.
- Better Memory Retention: Studies show that writing characters by hand helps you remember them faster than just looking at them.
- Understanding Balance: By tracing the characters on the grid, you learn the correct proportions and balance of each Hiragana.
- Muscle Memory: Repeated practice helps your hand remember the flow of the characters.
Use this tool daily to build muscle memory. Even 5 minutes a day makes a huge difference!
Conclusion
Bookmark this page and practice a little bit every day. Consistency is the key to mastering Japanese.
If you find this tool useful, please share it with your friends who are studying Japanese!
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