Hiragana Stroke Order
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Hiragana stroke order chart
The chart above lists the 46 basic hiragana in the traditional gojūon order, with voiced sounds (が, ざ, だ, ば, ぱ) under “+ voiced”. Tap any character to watch it drawn stroke by stroke; red numbers mark where each stroke begins.
FAQ
What is the stroke order of あ?
あ has three strokes: a horizontal stroke, a vertical stroke that curves, and the final looping stroke.
Do I need to learn stroke order for kana?
Yes, it makes handwriting consistent and helps you read other people’s handwriting.
Is Chinese stroke order the same as Japanese?
The rules are very similar; many characters are identical, but a few differ.
Stroke data: KanjiVG, © Ulrich Apel, licensed CC BY-SA 3.0 (kanjivg.tagaini.net).
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