What is com.google.android.inputmethod.japanese?
com.google.android.inputmethod.japanese is described in the imported source list as “Japanese IME (keyboard is leanback.ime)”. tvdebloat rates it as caution (documented trade-offs) and lists it on 3 documented device lists, including Sony BRAVIA KD-49X8307C (2015).
Is it safe to disable com.google.android.inputmethod.japanese?
Disabling com.google.android.inputmethod.japanese has trade-offs.
The source notes indicate feature trade-offs, or the impact is insufficiently documented. Read the source notes and device context before deciding; keep it enabled if the impact is unclear.
From the source list: “Japanese IME (keyboard is leanback.ime)”
Not independently verified by tvdebloat. Original source files and any upstream-reported test dates are linked in the device context below.
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How do I re-enable com.google.android.inputmethod.japanese?
If the app was disabled for user 0 and ADB remains accessible, run:
adb shell pm enable --user 0 com.google.android.inputmethod.japanese
Check the intended TV with adb devices. This is not a complete recovery procedure.
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- Sony BRAVIA KD-49X8307C (2015)
Android TV 7.0 · firmware NRD91N.S44 5.457
List: cautionOriginal device source · Imported snapshot
Upstream-reported test: date not recorded · not independently verified.
Device source note: Japanese IME (keyboard is leanback.ime)
- Sony BRAVIA KD-65X9300D (2016)
Android TV 8.0 · firmware OPR2.170623.027.S16 (6.827)
List: cautionOriginal device source · Imported snapshot
Upstream-reported test: date not recorded · not independently verified.
Device source note: Japanese keyboard
- Sony BRAVIA XBR-65X900F (2018)
Android TV 9 · firmware PTT1.190515.001.S54 672201
List: cautionOriginal device source · Imported snapshot
Upstream-reported test: 2026-10-19 · not independently verified.
Device source note: Japanese keyboard (Gboard stays the default)