Free Katakana Writing Practice: Master Beautiful Handwriting with “MojiTrace” Tool

Introduction

Can you read words like “Coffee” (コーヒー), “Hotel” (ホテル), or “Smartphone” (スマートフォン) in Japanese? These words are written in Katakana.

Katakana is essential for reading menus, signs, and foreign names. While it looks simpler than Hiragana, getting the balance right can be tricky.

Introducing MojiTrace, a free online tool designed to help you practice Katakana writing on a digital “Genkou Youshi” (Japanese manuscript paper).

Practice Katakana Here (MojiTrace Tool)

How to Use This Tool

Using MojiTrace is simple. It works perfectly on your iPhone, iPad, Android, or PC.

1. Select a Character: Choose the Katakana you want to practice from the dropdown menu (e.g., “a (ア)”, “ka (カ)”, “shi (シ)”).
2. Tracing Mode: Tap the “Tracing” button (Eye icon) to see the faint outline. Trace over the character to learn its sharp lines and angles.
3. Memory Mode: Once you feel confident, switch to “Memory” mode. The guide will disappear. Try to write the character from memory!
4. Check Your Answer: Tap the “Answer” button to reveal the correct shape and see how well you did.

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Do you need to review Hiragana or want to start Kanji? Check out our other MojiTrace tools.

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If you haven’t mastered Hiragana yet, start here. It is the foundation of Japanese.

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Why Handwriting Practice Matters for Katakana?

You might think, “I only need to read Katakana, not write it.” However, writing is crucial for distinguishing similar characters.

• Shi (シ) vs. Tsu (ツ): These look very similar. Writing them by hand helps you understand the different stroke directions (from below vs. from above).
• So (ソ) vs. N (ン): Another confusing pair. Practice helps you master the angle and stroke order.
• Muscle Memory: Writing helps your brain lock in the shapes of foreign loanwords faster.

Use MojiTrace daily to master these tricky characters!

Conclusion

Bookmark this page and practice a few characters every day. Being able to read and write Katakana will open up a new world of Japanese menus and pop culture for you.

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