Japanese Word Counter
Count characters in Japanese or English text — instant, free, and private.
Japanese mixes hiragana, katakana, and kanji. Type in rōmaji (English letters) and this tool converts it to kana instantly — switch between hiragana and katakana. You can also use the on-screen kana keyboard, dictate with voice typing, or paste text to count characters, the standard measure for Japanese.
Frequently asked questions
Does this counter work correctly with Japanese text?
Yes — Japanese is counted by characters (the standard measure for Japanese), using proper Unicode grapheme segmentation, excluding spaces.
Is my text stored anywhere?
No. Counting happens entirely in your browser — the text never leaves your device.
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