Katakana Guesser

Build your confidence reading katakana by sounding out real Japanese words — just like you'd do in the wild!

How It Works:
You’ll see a katakana word (often a loanword) and guess what it means.

You’re not expected to know every word!
The goal is to sound it out and make your best guess.
The more you play, the more you build your instinct for katakana.
What’s Inside:
"Say It!" button to hear every word out loud
600+ katakana words to reinforce real-world reading

Timed mode or relaxed play—practice at your pace
Vocabulary from travel, food, anime, tech, and more!
Offline-friendly, no login or account needed
Handy in-game cheat-sheet
Designed for beginners—日本語初心者 welcome

Great for:
Students using Genki or similar textbooks
Travelers prepping for Japan
Self-learners building fluency through recognition