Apps Like Yaiba for iPhone and iPad
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Ringotan
Daniel Pflughoeft
Write Kanji, review, repeat
Learn Kanji by writing characters with on-screen input. Receive instant feedback on accuracy. Use spaced repetition system to review characters over time. Track progress and set learning goals. Sync data across devices.


Japanese!! Learn Kana & Kanji
Luli Languages LLC
Japanese with writing, vocabulary, and quizzes
Japanese with writing lessons covering and Katakana. Study vocabulary and grammar through structured lessons. Take spaced repetition quizzes for review. Practice translation between English and Japanese. Listen to audio for pronunciation.

Kanji Study - Learn Japanese!
Luli Languages LLC
With lessons and quizzes
Japanese with lessons covering On and Kun readings, JLPT levels, and quiz-style practice. Translate between English and Japanese. Review past lessons and listen to audio pronunciations without needing network access.

Tsurukame - For WaniKani
David Sansome
Learn Japanese kanji and vocabulary offline
Learn Japanese Kanji and Vocabulary using a Spaced Repetition System. Review and complete lessons offline with progress syncing when online. View graphs for upcoming reviews and progress on radicals, kanji, and vocabulary.

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.


Langmate: Japanese Friends
Langmate Inc.
Meet Japanese locals and learn the language
Connect with Japanese language partners for conversation practice. Learn cultural insights and vocabulary through real interactions. Join group chats and participate in language exchange sessions.

Shirabe Jisho
Blazej Stanek
Look up words, kanji, and names
Look up Japanese-English and English-Japanese words with over 170,000 entries and readings. Search instantly with character input or handwriting recognition. View example sentences and translations. Access stroke order for over 6,500 kanji.


Yookoso!
OntraQ
Learn kanji with structured lessons
Learn kanji through structured lessons and practice exercises. Review characters with flashcards and quizzes. Track progress with detailed statistics and completion reports. Export notes and study sessions for offline review.

Airlearn - Language Learning
UNACADEMY INC
Learn languages, practice speaking, track progress
Learn languages with grammar, vocabulary, and cultural context lessons. Practice with quizzes and progress tracking. Access courses for Spanish, French, German, Japanese, and other languages. Start for free.




Bunpo: Language Learning
Bunpo Language Learning
Languages with structured lessons
, Korean, Spanish, French, German, and Chinese with . Practice grammar, vocabulary, and speaking through structured lessons. Track progress with quizzes and real-life conversations. Receive feedback on pronunciation and accuracy.


Writing Order Kanji 1st.
MASAHIRO MIZUTANI
Practice with game challenges
Learn Japanese through interactive practice. Practice stroke and correct with gamified challenges. Track progress and beat the Robo to reinforce memory. Includes 80 first-grade characters.

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