Japanese Transliteration
Type in English (Roman script) and instantly convert to Japanese script with our free transliteration tool. GoTranslate uses Google Input Tools for accurate, real-time transliteration with multiple word suggestions as you type.
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Why Use Our Japanese Tool?
Real-time Conversion
Type in English and see Japanese script appear instantly as you type.
Multiple Suggestions
Get multiple Japanese word options for each English input — pick the right one.
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One-click copy your Japanese text. Use it anywhere — documents, messages, social media.
How It Works
Start typing in English
Type the Japanese word using English letters (e.g., "konnichiwa").
Pick from suggestions
A dropdown shows multiple Japanese script options — select the right one (e.g., こんにちは).
Copy your text
Copy the transliterated Japanese text and use it anywhere.
How to Type in Japanese Using an English Keyboard
Don't have a Japanese keyboard? No problem. Our transliteration tool lets you type Japanese words using your regular English keyboard. Just type the word as it sounds in English, and it automatically converts to Kanji, Hiragana & Katakana script.
For example, typing "konnichiwa" gives you "こんにちは" (hello) in native script. Japanese uses three writing systems simultaneously: Kanji (Chinese characters), Hiragana (for native words and grammar), and Katakana (for foreign words). The tool shows multiple suggestions so you can pick the exact word you want, powered by Google Input Tools for high accuracy.
This is perfect for writing Japanese messages, social media posts, emails, or documents when you don't have a Japanese keyboard installed. Used by 125 million+ across Japan, Japanese typing works on any device — desktop, laptop, tablet, or mobile.
Japanese Transliteration Tips
Type Phonetically
Type the Japanese word exactly as it sounds in English — like "konnichiwa" for こんにちは. The tool will suggest the best Kanji, Hiragana & Katakana matches.
Use Suggestions
When multiple Japanese words match your input, pick the right one from the dropdown. This ensures accuracy in Kanji, Hiragana & Katakana script.
Space to Confirm
Press space after selecting a word to confirm it and move to the next word. This speeds up your Japanese typing.
Mix Languages
You can freely mix English and Japanese text. The transliteration only converts the parts you want.
About the Japanese Language
Speakers & Regions
125 million+ speakers
Japan
Kanji, Hiragana & Katakana Script
Japanese uses three writing systems simultaneously: Kanji (Chinese characters), Hiragana (for native words and grammar), and Katakana (for foreign words).
Writing Challenges
Japanese has no spaces between words, uses three scripts interchangeably, and has multiple readings for each Kanji character depending on context.
Did You Know?
Japanese is one of the fastest spoken languages in terms of syllables per second. There are over 2,000 Kanji characters in common daily use.