# Fun! Hiragana — Learn with cute art & voice

> Educational game for kids to learn Japanese Hiragana through tracing and character encouragement. (iPhone/iPad app by Hajime Nakamura.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fun-hiragana/id1287147494 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Hajime Nakamura](https://appshunter.io/developer/1765813920)
- Category: Education, Entertainment
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.90/5 from 71 App Store ratings · 33 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 88 MB
- Languages: American English, Japanese
- Released: 2017-11-17
- Data updated: 2026-07-14
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fun-hiragana/id1287147494/reviews.md

## What is Fun! Hiragana?

Fun! Hiragana is educational game App for kids learning the Japanese alphabet: Hiragana.

By tracing dashed line, your child learn to write  perfect Hiragana, all while receiving encouragement from cute characters!

There is lots for your kids to do in Fun! Hiragana. You'll receive 20 characters for FREE, and you can get the full 46 characters if purchased.


*About Family Sharing
Family Sharing may not be available through in-app purchase.
If you would like to use the Family Sharing, please search and purchase "Fun! Hiragana(VPP,FamilyShare)" instead. 


*About VPP Compatible Version
We also provide Volume Purchase Program (VPP) compatible version as another app for educational institutions and companies. Please visit "Volume Purchase Program" (https://vpp.itunes.apple.com/) and search "Fun! Hiragana(VPP,FamilyShare)".

## Key features

- Learn Hiragana alphabet
- Interactive tracing
- Cute character encouragement
- Educational game for kids
- Full character set purchase

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full version | $2.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 33)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fun-hiragana/id1287147494/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great fun for kids learning Japanese

*2026-06-20, version 1.21.5*

My daughter loves this app

### 5/5 — Love it

*2025-11-12, version 1.21.5*

Fun learning for my kids and myself!

### 5/5 — Kilroy

*2025-07-03, version 1.20.4*

Beheoeo

### 5/5 — Really good for kids

*2025-04-01, version 1.20.4*

Awesome u should dl it

### 5/5 — 楽しい！ひらがな

*2025-02-09*

Esa me gusta es la mejor para ir a Japón también de vuestra app dekatakana

### 5/5 — Purchase for $3

*2025-01-04, version 1.20.4*

I love you all

### 5/5 — I LOVE THIS GAME

*2024-09-02, version 1.18.2*

It's so fun it teaches me the Japanese lexicon. ‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️

### 5/5 — Fun and easy to use!

*2024-07-12, version 1.18.2*

I liked how the instructions were all in Japanese but easy! Fun for my kid trying to learn hiragana.

### 4/5 — This app really nice ✨✨

*2024-04-12, version 1.18.2*

I’m 15 years old girl I learn Japanese from it !!! If u continue learning from it everyday u will be excellent in Japanese 🔥

### 5/5 — とても気に入ってます!!

*2023-11-02, version 1.18.2*

なかなかひらがなを覚えようとしなかった息子が夢中になってやっています。
是非とも小学生用の漢字アプリも作って欲しいです。

## Frequently asked questions about Fun! Hiragana

### What does Fun! Hiragana do?

Fun! Hiragana is an educational game designed to help children learn the Japanese Hiragana alphabet. It uses interactive tracing exercises, guided by cute characters, to teach children how to write Hiragana characters correctly.

### How many Hiragana characters can I learn for free?

You will receive 20 Hiragana characters for free when you download the app. This allows children to get started with learning the basics of the Japanese alphabet.

### How can I get the full set of Hiragana characters?

The full set of 46 Hiragana characters can be unlocked through an in-app purchase. This provides access to all the characters for comprehensive learning.

### Is this app suitable for young children?

Yes, the app is specifically designed as an educational game for kids learning the Japanese alphabet. The use of cute art and encouraging characters makes the learning process engaging and fun for young learners.

### Can I use Family Sharing with this app?

Family Sharing may not be available through the standard in-app purchase. If you wish to use Family Sharing, you should search for and purchase the "Fun! Hiragana(VPP,FamilyShare)" version instead.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.21.5 — 2025-09-22

Improved stability and the reliability of “Restore Purchases.”
Plus minor fixes.

### 1.20.4 — 2024-09-23

Updated to development software (Unity 2022.3.43f1 + IAP 4.12.2).

### 1.18.2 — 2022-02-25

-Development software package and IAP plugin updated.
-The pronunciation of "n" has been corrected.
-Restore button fixed.

### 1.15.11 — 2021-03-21

Fine-tuning the shape of the letterforms

### 1.15.2 — 2021-03-12

Fixed some minor bugs.

-Adjusted the Dakuon sound position for each character.
-Added two new Hiragana decorations.
-Fixed a problem with the edges of some characters.
-Adjusted Hiragana character thickness.
-Fixed the display at the start of rock-paper-scissors.
-The rabbit in the menu now displays tips.

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## More apps by Hajime Nakamura

- [Fun! Katakana](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fun-katakana/id1409167644)
- [Fun! Hiragana(VPP,FamilyShare)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fun-hiraganavppfamilyshare/id1437092221)
- [Fun! Katakana(VPP,FamilyShare)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fun-katakanavppfamilyshare/id1437099711)

All apps by Hajime Nakamura: https://appshunter.io/developer/1765813920

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