Install a Japanese input method on your device
Enable the Japanese keyboard or IME in system settings
Switch your keyboard input language to Japanese
Type roman letters to enter Japanese sounds
Convert the typed text to hiragana, katakana, or kanji using the spacebar or conversion key
Select the correct conversion from the candidate list
Press enter or return to confirm the text
Use kana input if you want to type directly in Japanese syllables
Practice common words and conversion shortcuts
Check your device-specific keyboard settings for layout and input mode options