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Learn how to use Microsoft Japanese IME with Windows 11 and Windows 10. Find IME settings, key customization, keyboard shortcuts, feedback and compatibility options.
Jun 20, 2024 · If you need to enter some text in Japanese, the Japanese Input Method Editor (IME) for Windows lets you enter text using hiragana or katakana characters while using a typical keyboard with 101-105 keys.
Feb 12, 2020 · Learn how to install and use the Japanese IME to type in Hiragana, Katakana, and Kanji on an English keyboard. Find out the differences between the nihon-shiki, Hepburn, and kunrei-shiki romanization systems and how to switch between them.
Mar 6, 2023 · When the Japanese IME is active, you'll see a small "A" icon on the taskbar indicating the language mode. Start typing using Roman letters. As you type, the IME will offer suggestions for Japanese characters.
Dec 24, 2020 · Japanese IME does not work; unable to switch to Hiragana. I just installed the Japanese language package but I cannot switch from "Direct input" to "Hiragata" or other option. I've re-installed the package, tried some advised solutions in the previous threads about same problem, but no luck.
May 23, 2012 · Original title: Microsoft Japanese IME. I have attempted to download and operate this IME on numerous occasions without success. Can anyone advise me as to where I can obtain instructions to download and operate the program?
Jun 8, 2020 · Replied on June 27, 2020. Report abuse. I'm a German, learning Japanese as a hobby, and until recently, I could write Japanese text via the Windows 10 Microsoft Japanese IME, switching between Hiragana and Katakana with the keyboard shortcuts "CTRL+CAPSLOCK" or "ALT+CAPSLOCK" respectively.
