Google Japanese Input
Universal version latest seen at v3.34.6239 · Reported by 209 Macs in the community.
All sighted native versions (5):
Sighting data is community-sourced — version availability and pricing should be verified with the developer.
Google Japanese Input is a Japanese input method editor (IME) that enables Mac users to type Japanese characters, including hiragana, katakana, and kanji. It features intelligent character conversion, dictionary support, and seamless integration with macOS applications. The app is essential for Japanese-speaking users or anyone who needs to regularly input Japanese text. It offers user-friendly suggestions and auto-correction capabilities that improve typing speed and accuracy. The app is widely used by professionals, students, and native Japanese speakers working on Mac computers.
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1 suggestionExcellent news: A native Universal Binary version of Google Japanese Input has already been released and confirmed running on Apple Silicon Macs in the wild (version 3.33.6133 and later). You should update to the latest version immediately—Google has already done the work. Simply download and install the latest version from Google's official download page. This means you can continue using the same app you're familiar with, fully optimized for Apple Silicon, with no need to switch to an alternative.
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