Draw Kanji to Draw Kanji to Translate & Find Meaning
Use your finger, mouse, or stylus to draw any Japanese kanji character below. Our handwriting recognition tool will instantly translate and identify the character, showing you its English meaning, pronunciation (hiragana and romaji), and stroke order.
How to use: Draw a kanji → Press "Search" → Select from candidates to translate
Try Drawing These Popular Kanji
Click any kanji above to see its stroke order, or try drawing it yourself below!
Why Use This Kanji Drawing Tool?
High Accuracy
Advanced handwriting recognition supports over 6,000 kanji characters - even messy handwriting works!
Instant Translation
Get English meanings, Japanese readings (hiragana/romaji), and stroke order within seconds.
Works Everywhere
Use on iPhone, Android, iPad, tablets, or PC. No app download required - just open and draw!
Who Uses This Tool?
📚 Japanese Language Learners
When you encounter an unknown kanji while studying, simply draw it to find its meaning and pronunciation. Perfect for JLPT preparation!
🎌 Travelers to Japan
Can't read a sign or menu in Japan? Draw the kanji you see and instantly translate it to English.
🎨 Tattoo Design Research
Looking for the perfect kanji for a tattoo? Draw characters you've seen and verify their real meaning before getting inked.
📖 Manga & Anime Fans
Reading untranslated manga? Draw kanji from panels to understand the story without waiting for official translations.
Frequently Asked Questions
How accurate is the kanji recognition?
Our handwriting recognition tool uses advanced algorithms to provide highly accurate results. The accuracy improves when you draw characters with proper stroke order, but it can recognize most kanji even with casual handwriting.
Can I use this on my smartphone?
Yes! This tool works perfectly on smartphones (iPhone/Android), tablets, and PCs. Simply draw with your finger or stylus on touchscreen devices, or use your mouse on desktop computers.
What information will I get about each kanji?
After recognizing a kanji, you can click on it to see detailed information including: pronunciation (hiragana and romaji), English meaning, stroke count, stroke order animation, and example words using that character.
Do I need to know the stroke order?
No, you don't need to follow the exact stroke order. However, drawing with approximate stroke order will give you better recognition results.
How many kanji can this tool recognize?
Our tool can recognize over 6,000 kanji characters, including all Joyo kanji, Jinmeiyo kanji, and many rare characters used in names and historical texts.
Is this tool free to use?
Yes, this kanji drawing and translation tool is completely free! No registration, no ads, no limits. Use it as many times as you need.
