# Gus on the Go: Japanese — Learn Japanese for Kids

> Interactive Japanese language learning app for kids with games and achievements. (iPhone/iPad app by toojuice.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gus-on-the-go-japanese/id715108185 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [toojuice](https://appshunter.io/developer/396747437)
- Category: Education, Games, Family, Word
- Price: $3.99
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 11 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 40 MB
- Languages: American English, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, Canadian French, German (Germany), Greek, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese and 12 more
- Released: 2013-10-02
- Data updated: 2026-09-03
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gus-on-the-go-japanese/id715108185/reviews.md

## What is Gus on the Go?

Learning Japanese has never been so much fun! Join Gus, the friendly owl, as he travels around the world and explore languages from every corner of the globe with Gus on the Go! Featuring adorable animations and fun exercises, your child can learn basic vocabulary concepts with interactive visual and auditory lessons on numbers, colors, shapes and more. Each lesson review unlocks an exciting vocabulary game that reinforces what your child has learned. Now, your child can take on a second language through a fun, multi-sensory journey on any iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch.

- Features -

NEW WORDS WITH INTERACTIVE LESSONS 
- Nearly 90 Japanese words to learn
- 10 fun and educational activities
- Native Japanese language audio speaker

HAVE FUN WHILE LEARNING
- Engaging vocabulary reviews after each lesson
- Fun animations and delightful animal noises and transportation sounds
- Easy to navigate country and city maps

EARN ACHIEVEMENTS
- Exciting games, unlocked by completing lesson reviews
- Trophy room to track achievements

USEFUL JAPANESE VOCABULARY CATEGORIES
- Animals
- Food
- Clothes

and more . . .

Enjoy Gus on the Go: Japanese for Kids from toojuice! At toojuice, we are committed to providing entertainment that merges quality learning experiences and fun. Be sure to enjoy more Gus on the Go in more languages including Cantonese, Croatian, English, French, German, Hebrew, Hungarian, Italian, Korean, Mandarin (Chinese), Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Taiwanese, Taiwanese Mandarin and Vietnamese!


NOTICE TO PARENTS

This app is kid friendly and does NOT contain ads, in-app purchases, links, tracking or sharing functions.

## Key features

- Nearly 90 Japanese words
- 10 educational activities
- Native Japanese audio
- Vocabulary games
- Achievement tracking
- Categorized vocabulary

## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gus-on-the-go-japanese/id715108185/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Not Quite There

*2016-08-07*

This game could be fun, but if you don't ALREADY know Hiragana and Katakana it won't be much use to you. The very first level has everything written in the Kana. I already know Hiragana and some Katakana, but I can't read all the words because of the Katakana I don't yet know.

### 1/5 — Needs to be fixed by someone who knows japanese

*2015-06-22*

This app has annoying bleeps likes you are at a cashier line at the grocery store. It also sounds like the words in this app are spoken by a non-native speaker -- the pronunciation is anglicized. Also, if there is a choice of words between a japanese word and an assimilated "foreign" word, the foreign word is chosen over the native word. Lastly, especially if this a starting learning app, why are so many words written in katakana? Only non-native foreign words (phonograms) should be written in katakana. The actual words in the Japanese are getting lost by popularizing the teaching of the language this way.

### 5/5 — Highly recommended

*2014-09-04*

Love it!!! My 5 year old is addicted to it. Learning heaps of new words and they are sticking too, thanks to the frequent but fun testing/games. If you want your child to make a start on Japanese this is the place to start! Well worth the price.

### 5/5 — Language learner

*2014-03-19*

Both my young kids enjoy the Gus apps. It's very easy to follow and the narrator speaks clearly. The illustrations colors are vibrant. Each lesson is perfect length, not too much where young children get info overload. I think that promotes recall in my kids much easier.

### 5/5 — Great Fun, My Kids Love It!

*2014-03-18*

My kids love this app and they are picking things up so quickly. Amazing.

## Frequently asked questions about Gus on the Go

### What is Gus on the Go: Japanese?

Gus on the Go: Japanese is an educational app designed to teach children basic Japanese vocabulary through interactive lessons, fun activities, and engaging games. It features adorable animations and native Japanese audio to enhance the learning experience.

### How many Japanese words can children learn with Gus on the Go: Japanese?

Children can learn nearly 90 Japanese words through the app's interactive lessons and activities. These words are organized into useful categories such as animals, food, and clothes.

### Does Gus on the Go: Japanese have ads?

No, Gus on the Go: Japanese is kid-friendly and does not contain any advertisements. Parents can be assured that their children will have an uninterrupted learning experience.

### What devices is Gus on the Go: Japanese compatible with?

Gus on the Go: Japanese is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch devices. It is designed for a multi-sensory learning journey on Apple's mobile platforms.

### What is the age rating for Gus on the Go: Japanese?

The app has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for young children who are beginning to explore a new language. It focuses on basic vocabulary and concepts appropriate for this age group.

### How does Gus on the Go: Japanese track progress?

Children can earn achievements by completing lesson reviews and exciting vocabulary games. A dedicated trophy room allows them to track their accomplishments and stay motivated as they learn.

### Is Gus on the Go: Japanese free to download?

No, Gus on the Go: Japanese is a paid application. It is available for purchase at $3.99, offering a complete and ad-free learning experience without any in-app purchases or subscriptions.

### When was Gus on the Go: Japanese last updated?

The latest version of Gus on the Go: Japanese was released on February 25, 2018. The app was initially released on October 2, 2013, and has received updates to improve its content and functionality.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 2.9.9 — 2018-02-25

This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included.

- adds iPhone X support
- minor bug fixes

### 2.9.2 — 2017-08-01

- Added 64 bit support
- Fixed minor bugs

### 2.8.3 — 2013-12-03

- Minor graphic updates
- Added user customizable settings in Settings App

### 2.8.1 — 2013-10-02

No release notes.

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