What you'll practise
Falling Kana is a free Japanese kana reading drill. Characters fall down the screen and you type their romaji reading before they land. Typing the reading rather than picking it from a list means you have to know the kana outright, and the falling speed keeps raising the bar.
How to play
- Watch the kana falling down the screen.
- Type the romaji reading for each one.
- Clear them before they reach the bottom.
ControlsType your answer on a keyboard, or use your device's on-screen keyboard.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Falling Kana free to play?
Yes. Falling Kana is completely free to play on lingoXpress, with no signup, no ads-only paywall, and unlimited rounds.
Do I need to sign up to play Falling Kana?
No sign-up is required. You can start playing Falling Kana in Japanese instantly. Optional accounts let you save progress and high scores.
Can I play Falling Kana on mobile?
Falling Kana works on desktop, tablet and mobile browsers — no app install required. Touch controls and keyboard are both supported.
How does Falling Kana help me learn Japanese?
Falling Kana reinforces Japanese vocabulary through active recall and repetition, so words stick faster than passive review. Play short daily sessions for the best results.