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Use the on-screen Japanese – Kana (JIS) keyboard to type Japanese without installing anything.
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Translate Japanese in a click
To translate Japanese, type or paste your text in the box below – or write it with the on-screen Japanese keyboard – and pick a language. The translation appears instantly, ready to listen to, copy or share. It is free, needs no sign-up and works on any phone or computer.
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How do I translate Japanese to English?
- Enter your Japanese text. Type or paste it into the left box (up to 5,000 characters).
- Choose the language. English is selected for you – pick another language from the buttons or “More”.
- Read the translation. It appears on the right as you type – no button to press.
- Use it. Listen to it, copy it in one click, or share it to WhatsApp and other apps.
How can I type Japanese if my keyboard is in English?
Press Open on-screen keyboard above the translator to open the on-screen Japanese – Kana (JIS) keyboard and click the letters, or type on your own keyboard – each key types the Japanese letter of the Kana (JIS) layout. You can also type Japanese words in English letters on the Japanese keyboard page and pick the word from the suggestions. Or press the microphone and speak Japanese – your words are written for you (Chrome and Edge).
Which languages can I translate Japanese into?
Japanese can be translated into 49 languages here. The most used ones:
- Japanese to English
- Japanese to Hindi
- Japanese to Spanish
- Japanese to Arabic
- Japanese to French
- Japanese to Chinese
- Japanese to Russian
- Japanese to Portuguese
Common Japanese phrases and what they mean
Try the translator with a few everyday phrases:
| Japanese | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| こんにちは | konnichiwa | Hello |
| ありがとう | arigatō | Thank you |
| お元気ですか？ | o-genki desu ka? | How are you? |
| お名前は何ですか？ | o-namae wa nan desu ka? | What is your name? |
| おはようございます | ohayō gozaimasu | Good morning |
| またね | mata ne | See you |
How accurate is the Japanese translation?
The translation is made by machine (Google Translate). It is very good for everyday messages, emails and getting the meaning of a text, but it can miss idioms, names and tone. For better results:
- Write short, complete sentences with correct spelling and punctuation.
- Check names, numbers and dates in the result.
- For legal, medical or official documents, ask a professional translator.
Japanese Translator – Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Japanese translator free?
Yes. It is free, with no sign-up and no daily limit. Each translation can be up to 5,000 characters long – split longer texts into parts.
How do I translate English into Japanese?
Open the English translator – it opens with Japanese already chosen as the language to translate into.
Can I hear how the translation sounds?
Yes. Press the speaker button under either box. The voice comes from your device, so the available voices – and whether a language can be read aloud – depend on your phone or computer.
Is my Japanese text saved?
No. We do not store your text. To translate it, your browser sends it to Google Translate, as explained in our Privacy Policy.
Does the translator work offline?
No. Translation needs an internet connection because it is done by Google Translate. Typing with the Japanese keyboard itself works without one once the page has loaded.
Can I translate Japanese text from an image?
Yes. Use Japanese image to text to read the text from a photo or scan, then press Translate to open it here.
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Last updated 14 October 2026