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J-crosswords

Japanese crossword puzzles

19 ratings
16 reviews
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • December 22, 2020
  • November 25, 2021

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Developer

Michael Hominick
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Engage with over 9,000 Japanese words through interactive crossword puzzles. Study vocabulary categorized by difficulty level, from beginner to advanced, and unlock scenic artwork from Japan as you progress. The app offers flexible input methods and supports multiple languages for clues.

✓Study over 9,000 Japanese words
✓Vocabulary categorized by JLPT level
✓Drag and drop or keyboard input
✓Over 300 free puzzles
✓Unlock hand-drawn Japanese scenes
✓Multi-language support for clues
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What's New in J

1.5.1

November 25, 2021

A small fix for the edge of puzzles not appearing.

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$1.99

Beginner puzzles

Unlock all Beginner/N5 puzzles

User reviews

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Simple & Fun for Review!

Really like app! Super simple to use and decent free version before you have to pay. Really like it as a review for myself. One thing I will say is that the Kanji section seems to just be repeats of the same kanji on all the puzzles, which is kinda a bummer. Other than that it’s awesome!
CrymorrCrymorr

Such a fun app! Really helps test your vocab

This app is amazing, I love doing crosswords in Japanese and this app allows me to test my vocabulary and kanji. I personally use it to work out what words I might not have learnt yet and then I’ll go learn them and put them into my SRS reviews. Only thing I feel the app might be missing is a random mode. Allowing you to select which JLPT level you want to play on and it’ll give you a random crossword rather than just the pre-made ones
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Chilli ChrisChilli Chris

Bought renshuu pro subscription

Hi so I bought the renshuu pro subscription and recently went onto the J crosswords app to see if I had unlocked more puzzles but it won’t show up. The renshuu app opened up a bunch of access for my current level (N5) but the J crosswords app doesn’t appear to be syncing properly?
GamingGuru2024GamingGuru2024

Simple yet effective

This is one of my favorite apps for learning Japanese (and believe me, I’ve tried a lot or them)! There’s a ton of value with the free version, but the paid version is like $3 and you get puzzles with vocab, not only sorted by level (N5, N4, etc), but also by textbook (and further sorted by chapter!)
The crossword format is a novel concept and makes it fun to do vocabulary drills.
If you can’t tell already, I highly recommend this app for anyone learning Japanese, and especially for those learning via the popular textbooks! 👏
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Sade4217Sade4217

Response from developer

Thanks! Glad the puzzles are helping you out :) Should you need anything in the future, feel free to reach out to me at michael@renshuu.org!

Great for reviewing vocab!

If you like crosswords, this is a great app to use to consolidate your Japanese vocab! Fuss free and clean UI. However, the words tends to repeat a lot, making it a bit boring and I wish there was a feature to bookmark certain words for easier revision. I would recommend the app for people who are already learning Japanese — this app is for consolidation rather than learning. Even just the free version is nice and the full version is cheap too!
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dontmakemewriteausernamedontmakemewriteausername

Response from developer

Thanks for the feedback! You are correct on both points: it is meant for review (our sister app, renshuu, is focused on acquisition). The word repetition is intentional - due to the short length of most Japanese words (in terms of characters), as well as the small number of words in some categories, it is actually quite difficult to make crosswords with most words, so I opted for more repetition so that the words can get firmly rooted in your head. That being said, if more crosswords are released in the future, I will definitely work to get a better balance :) Should you have any issues in the future, just let me know at michael@renshuu.org!

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FAQ

Does J-crosswords have ads?

No, J-crosswords is ad-free. The app explicitly states 'NO Advertisements' in its description, allowing for an uninterrupted learning experience.

What is the price of J-crosswords?

J-crosswords is free to download and play. However, it offers additional puzzles for paid users, indicating in-app purchases are available for expanded content.

How many puzzles are available in J-crosswords?

J-crosswords offers over 300 free puzzles. Paid users gain access to over 1,500 more puzzles, significantly expanding the available content.

What learning levels does J-crosswords cover?

J-crosswords covers vocabulary from beginner (JLPT N5) up to advanced (JLPT N1) levels. It also includes lists for popular Japanese textbooks like Genki and Minna.

What devices is J-crosswords compatible with?

J-crosswords is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. The app is designed for iOS devices.

How often is J-crosswords updated?

The latest version of J-crosswords is 1.5.1, last updated on November 25, 2021. This indicates a relatively infrequent update schedule.

What languages does J-crosswords support for clues?

J-crosswords provides a full interface and clues in English, German, French, Dutch, and Spanish. This makes it accessible to a global audience learning Japanese.

What is the user rating for J-crosswords?

J-crosswords has a high user rating of 4.8 stars based on 19 ratings. This suggests a positive user experience and satisfaction with the app's features.