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Learn Japanese - Drops
PLANB LABS OU
Words through games and illustrations
Through illustrated vocabulary and mini-games. Complete daily 5-minute lessons to build foundational knowledge. Use visual cues to associate words with meanings without relying on native language.

Learn Japanese N5~N1 (JPro)
Duy Pham
With sample sentences and textbooks
From N5 to N1 levels with sample sentences, textbooks, and vocabulary. Practice grammar, kanji, and JLPT topics. Access study videos with scripts and quizzes. Includes multiple dictionaries and interactive exercises.

SAYA : The Learning App
Phyo Aung Kyaw
Learn English and Japanese with videos
Learn English and Japanese through video lessons with practice exercises. Access bite-sized videos, micro reading lessons, flashcards, and level tests. Practice character writing for Japanese. Join live classes for speaking practice.

PracticalJapanese
Ryan Kanno
Learn Hiragana, Katakana, and vocabulary
Learn Hiragana and Katakana with flashcards. Tap cards to view English and romaji pronunciations or listen to native audio. Basic vocabulary included. Kanji flashcards will be added later.





Japanese Grammar : Coban
Akira NOGUCHI
Learn with structured lessons and quizzes
Learn with hiragana and katakana lessons, JLPT N5-N3 , kanji, and vocabulary. Practice pronunciation with audio. Use diverse learning modes including flashcards, quizzes, and spaced repetition for effective retention.

iKanji - Learn Japanese Kanji
Rory Prior
Study and train Japanese kanji.
The app covers over 2,000 jouyou kanji, grouped by grade and JLPT level. It offers reference cards, vocabulary browsing, and multiple testing modes for readings, meanings, and compounds.


Kanako - Learn Japanese Kana
Kelly Yang
Hiragana and katakana with quizzes and diagrams
Hiragana and katakana with interactive quizzes, character tables, and diagrams. View explanations and pronunciation tips. Practice writing characters with guided exercises. Track progress with built-in assessments.



Minna Nihongo A-Z (JMina)
Duy Pham
Learn Japanese with lessons, vocabulary, and exercises
Learn Japanese with comprehensive lessons from Minnano I and II, including new and old editions. Access vocabulary, grammar, kanji, reading, listening, and speaking exercises. Practice with JLPT N5–N1 test questions and quizzes.

Learn to Write in Japanese
Tyler Mares
Hiragana and Katakana characters
Hiragana and Katakana through writing practice and repetition. Tap characters to them, listen to pronunciation examples, and follow stroke order guides. Complete handwritten sets to track progress.
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