Apps Like iKana for iPhone and iPad
Learn Hiragana and Katakana with stroke animation
Learn Hiragana and Katakana with stroke animations and contracted syllables. Test recall with timed quizzes. Study over 700 common Japanese words using spaced repetition. View progress and review lessons.
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PIBO App: Bedtime & Storytime!
EVER SENSE, INC.
Learn Japanese with narrated stories.
The app offers over 360 books for unlimited reading, including children's books, folktales, and original works. Professional voice actors narrate all titles, aiding in Japanese language learning and pronunciation practice.



Japanese-hiragana
KENJI HIOKI
Learn hiragana with mini games
Learn hiragana with interactive lessons and mini games. Practice reading, writing, and listening. Includes character recognition, pronunciation guides, and progress tracking.

Lingo Legend Language Learning
Hyperthought Games Incorporated
Play to learn languages and master vocabulary
Learn languages through interactive monster battles. Answer flashcards to draw ability cards and defeat enemies. Practice vocabulary, grammar, and phrases in 200+ categories. Track progress and set goals. Sync with Apple Health.

Mazii: Japanese Dictionary
Ghi Nguyen
With interactive lessons
With interactive lessons, vocabulary building, and grammar explanations. Practice pronunciation and listening through audio exercises. Study kanji with stroke order and meanings. Prepare for JLPT exams with targeted practice.

Yomu Yomu: Read&Learn Japanese
Sinamon AB
Read stories, listen, and understand
Read texts with word definitions, romaji, furigana, audio, and translations embedded in the text. Listen to audio versions of stories. Practice reading at different proficiency levels.




Hiragana Bubbles
dijipiji limited
Master Hiragana with bubble fun.
The app helps users test and improve their recognition of written Japanese Hiragana characters. It includes 71 kana, unlockable game modes, and vocal pronunciation.

Katakana - Japanese Alphabet
fengyi tsai
Learn , translate, and communicate
Learn basic phrases and vocabulary through interactive lessons. Practice speaking with AI conversation prompts. Get instant translations of text and speech. Receive feedback on pronunciation and grammar. Track progress with weekly goals and quizzes.



Chessable: Study Chess Smarter
Chess.com, LLC
Learn openings, tactics, and endgames
Learn openings, tactics, and endgames with interactive courses from top players. Practice moves with MoveTrainer® for spaced repetition. Review lessons, track progress, and test knowledge with quizzes. Export sessions and set reminders for review.

LRNFun - Japanese Alphabet
CHEERPLAY ENTERTAINMENT CO., LTD.
Play and learn kana pronunciation
Learn kana through interactive games that teach pronunciation. Tap kana characters to hear sounds. Review pronunciations during gameplay to reinforce memory. Practice shape recognition and sound association to improve language skills.



Hiragana Drill Book
nobuhiro satake
Practice with flashcards and quizzes
Practice characters with interactive drills and quizzes. Learn stroke order and pronunciation. Track progress and review mistakes. Save custom flashcards for repeated practice.
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