Hiragana ⇔ Katakana Converter
Convert between Hiragana and Katakana using Unicode code point arithmetic. Voiced and semi-voiced sounds are converted accurately.
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How to Use
- STEP 1
- Enter or paste hiragana or katakana text into the input area.
- STEP 2
- Select 'Hiragana → Katakana' or 'Katakana → Hiragana'.
- STEP 3
- Copy the result and use it.
Notes
- Kanji, alphanumerics, and symbols are passed through unchanged.
- The prolonged sound mark (ー) remains as-is when converting Katakana to Hiragana.
Tips
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Useful for normalizing furigana columns in a database from hiragana to katakana.
2
Convert song lyrics to hiragana for easier reading.
3
Foreign words are standard in katakana, but hiragana conversion adds a softer feel.
FAQ
Q1
Are half-width katakana converted?
This tool targets full-width characters only. Use the Full-width ⇔ Half-width Converter for half-width kana.
Q2
Are voiced sounds (e.g., が) converted correctly?
Yes. Unicode arithmetic correctly maps が to ガ and all other voiced/semi-voiced characters.
Q3
Can I convert large amounts of text?
Yes. All processing is in-browser so there is effectively no limit on text size.