# HelloJapanese — やさしい日本語

> NHK WORLD RADIO JAPAN's Japanese language learning app with audio, vocabulary, and grammar. (iPhone/iPad app by Pham Van Tuan.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hellojapanese/id1323686265 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Pham Van Tuan](https://appshunter.io/developer/906728856)
- Category: Education, Utilities
- Price: $9.99
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 12 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 14 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic, Bangla, Burmese, French (France), Hindi, Indonesian, Korean, Persian, European Portuguese and 7 more
- Released: 2018-04-10
- Data updated: 2026-08-01
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hellojapanese/id1323686265/reviews.md

## What is HelloJapanese?

"Hello Japanese" is a program of Japanese language lessons produced by Japan's public broadcaster, NHK WORLD RADIO JAPAN. 

- Learn the Japanese easily through audio lessons. This feature need a internet connection but you can learn Japanese communication easier.

- Learn Japanese conversation with common daily phrases and sentences.

- Learn Japanese new words in each lesson. Each lesson have about 5 - 15 vocabulary with the explanation. This will help you to learn vocabulary easier.

- Learn Japanese grammar. Each lesson have some grammar points.

- Learn Japanese in 17 language.

- Learn Japanese Alphabet (Hiragana and Katana)

- [Sound Words] Onomatopoeia and imitative words describing persons or things are introduced with audio and illustrations.

- [Teach Us, Teacher] The lesson supervisor, Assoc. Prof. Akane Tokunaga, explains important learning points in the lesson.

## Key features

- Audio lessons for easy learning
- Common daily phrases and sentences
- Vocabulary building with explanations
- Japanese grammar instruction
- Learn Hiragana and Katakana
- Onomatopoeia and imitative words

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hellojapanese/id1323686265/reviews.md

### 5/5 — A great app

*2018-10-08*

This app is really good (it has room for improvement though) for learning the japanese basics. 
What made me love it even more was the fact that it actually has my native language which is a sight I rarely see.

**Developer response:** Thank you very much. Keep supporting us and please share with your friends!

## Frequently asked questions about HelloJapanese

### How does HelloJapanese teach Japanese?

HelloJapanese uses audio lessons, common phrases, vocabulary building, and grammar explanations to teach Japanese. It also covers Japanese alphabets like Hiragana and Katakana, and includes unique sound words with audio and illustrations.

### What is the learning methodology of HelloJapanese?

The app's methodology focuses on practical communication through daily phrases and sentences, supported by structured vocabulary and grammar lessons. It aims for easy learning through audio and visual aids.

### Does HelloJapanese offer progress tracking?

While the description highlights learning features like vocabulary and grammar, specific details about progress tracking are not provided. Users can infer progress through lesson completion and vocabulary acquisition.

### Can I get a certification from HelloJapanese?

The app is designed for language learning and does not mention offering any formal certifications upon completion of its lessons.

### What is the price of HelloJapanese?

HelloJapanese is available for a one-time purchase of $9.99.

### Does HelloJapanese have ads?

HelloJapanese does not contain advertisements, as indicated by the absence of an 'hasAds' flag.

### How often is HelloJapanese updated?

The latest version of HelloJapanese is 1.2.0, last updated on February 22, 2026. This indicates a future update, suggesting ongoing development and support.

### What devices support HelloJapanese?

HelloJapanese is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.2.0 — 2026-02-22

- Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 1.1.0 — 2018-05-01

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

- Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 1.0.0 — 2018-04-10

No release notes.

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