# Japan Picture Book for Kids — Learn Japanese, Hiragana Quiz

> Interactive picture dictionary for children learning about Japan and Japanese language. (iPhone/iPad app by Saigen inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/japan-picture-book-for-kids/id6777727028 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Saigen inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1153379682)
- Category: Education, Magazines & Newspapers
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.6 · 172 MB
- Languages: American English, Japanese
- Released: 2026-06-11
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/japan-picture-book-for-kids/id6777727028/reviews.md

## What is Japan Picture Book for Kids?

Japan Picture Book for Kids is a picture-dictionary app for toddlers and preschoolers (ages 2+). Children tap realistic illustrations to hear each word read aloud — in English or Japanese — while exploring Japan, Japanese words, and everyday culture. It looks and feels like a real printed picture encyclopedia.

■ 1,250 words across 46 categories
Animals, dinosaurs, vehicles, food, fruits, vegetables, sushi, fish, insects, flowers, space, musical instruments, hiragana, katakana, the alphabet, and much more. From everyday favorites to encyclopedia-worthy deep-sea creatures, there is always something new to discover.

■ Simple enough for little hands
Tap a picture and hear its name — no menus, no tricky controls, nothing to get lost in. The あ/A button switches between Japanese and English at any time, making the app a gentle first introduction to Japanese for English-speaking families, or to English for Japanese-speaking families.

■ Packed with playful ways to learn
- "Which one?" quiz: listen to a word, then find and tap it on the page. Wrong answers bring friendly hints — no penalties, ever
- "What's that sound?" quiz: guess what makes the sound you hear, building listening skills
- Sounds mode: tap to hear lifelike animal calls and vehicle sounds
- Recording mode: listen to the example, then record your own voice and feel the "I said it!" moment
- Voice mode: the book reads itself back in your child's own recorded voice
- Pinch to zoom: enlarge any picture and study every little detail

■ Designed with parents in mind
- No ads, ever
- Recordings are stored only on the device and are never uploaded (optional iCloud backup can be turned on in settings)
- Purchases and settings sit behind a parental gate, safe from curious taps
- Works fully offline after download — perfect for flights and trips
- Child profiles keep each sibling's recordings and progress separate

■ A picture book that keeps growing
New words and categories are added through weekly and monthly updates — always at no extra cost. The book your child opens today keeps growing along with them.

■ Try 4 categories (122 words) for free
Animals, vehicles, food, and hiragana are free to explore. To unlock everything, choose the plan that suits your family: a one-time Lifetime purchase that is yours forever, or a Monthly subscription.

For first words, for a head start with a second language, for quiet quality time together — a gentle picture book the whole family will enjoy opening every day.

Terms of Use - https://dkit.jp/en/terms/
Privacy Policy - https://dkit.jp/en/privacy-policy/

## Key features

- Picture dictionary for children
- Learn Japanese words and culture
- Tap-to-hear audio
- Pronunciation recording mode
- Vocabulary and listening quizzes
- English and Japanese modes

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime | $109.00 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/japan-picture-book-for-kids/id6777727028/reviews.md

### 4/5 — 使いやすい！

*2026-08-10*

無課金のところしかまだ遊んでいませんが、SNSで話題になっていた学研のアプリより使いやすくて良いです。あちらはイラストでしたがこちらは写真の図鑑でそこも良いです。
スワイプすると紙みたいにめくれる演出があるのも好きです。

改善して欲しいのは右下の拡大縮小ボタンが図鑑と被っているところがあり、タップしにくいこと。それこそ拡大／縮小して押しやすくしたら良いのですが、使用する小さな子にはまだそれよくわからず、意図せずタップしてしまいよくわからないところを拡大してしまって「えーん😭」となっていました。自分のスマホが小さいのもいけないかも。
非表示にできるようにするかページに被らない別のところにつけて欲しいです。

それと、録音した音声を、設定のところから親がまとめて聴けるのも使いやすくていい(項目ごとに、時系列順になってくれるから成長を感じられてそれは本当にすごく良いです！)のですが、絵をタップしたときに子供自身も聞けるモードがあるといいなと思います。

**Developer response:** この度は丁寧にレビューをいただき、ありがとうございます！写真図鑑ならではのリアルな写真や、紙のようにめくれるページ演出をお楽しみいただけているとのこと、大変嬉しく思います。

ご要望いただいた「絵をタップするとお子さま自身の録音した声を聞けるモード」につきましては、すでにアップデートで対応済みです。最新バージョンにてぜひお試しください。

また、右下の拡大／縮小ボタンが図鑑と重なってタップしにくい点につきましては、ボタンの非表示設定や配置の見直しを含め、今後のアップデートで改善してまいります。貴重なご意見をありがとうございます。

これからも、写真図鑑・音声録音・読み聞かせなど、親子で楽しく学べる知育アプリを目指し、どうぶつ・のりもの・たべもの・くだもの・国旗など、図鑑の種類やことばの学習コンテンツをさらに充実させてまいります。今後ともどうぞよろしくお願いいたします。

### 5/5 — 種類が多い

*2026-06-12*

たくさんの種類があって楽しいみたいです。子どもがずっと遊んでいます

**Developer response:** この度は嬉しいレビューをいただき、ありがとうございます！たくさんの種類の図鑑をお子さまに楽しんでいただけているとのこと、また長くお楽しみいただけているご様子をお伺いし、開発チーム一同とても励みになります。

これからも、写真図鑑・音声録音・読み聞かせなど、親子で楽しく学べる知育アプリを目指し、どうぶつ・のりもの・たべもの・くだもの・国旗など、図鑑の種類やことばの学習コンテンツをさらに充実させてまいります。今後ともどうぞよろしくお願いいたします。

## Frequently asked questions about Japan Picture Book for Kids

### What age is Japan Picture Book for Kids suitable for?

Japan Picture Book for Kids is suitable for children aged 4 and above. The app's content and interactive features are designed to be engaging and educational for young learners.

### Does Japan Picture Book for Kids have ads?

No, Japan Picture Book for Kids does not contain advertisements. This ensures an uninterrupted learning experience for children.

### What learning methodology does Japan Picture Book for Kids use?

The app utilizes a play-based learning approach with interactive picture dictionaries, tap-to-hear audio, and simple quizzes. It also includes a recording mode to help children practice pronunciation.

### How does Japan Picture Book for Kids track progress?

The app offers simple quizzes for vocabulary and listening practice, which can help gauge a child's understanding of the material presented. Specific progress tracking features are not detailed.

### What devices are compatible with Japan Picture Book for Kids?

Japan Picture Book for Kids is available on both iPhone and iPad, offering clear layouts optimized for each device.

### How often is Japan Picture Book for Kids updated?

The app was last updated on July 24, 2026, with version 1.0.2. Further update frequency is not specified, but the latest version indicates ongoing support.

### Can children learn Japanese pronunciation with Japan Picture Book for Kids?

Yes, the app includes a recording mode where children can listen to example pronunciations and then record themselves, allowing for pronunciation practice and comparison.

### What are the in-app purchases in Japan Picture Book for Kids?

While the app is free to download and use, it does offer in-app purchases. Specific details about these purchases are not provided in the description.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.1.6 — 2026-08-25

- Back up recorded voices to iCloud (Premium)
Turn it on in Settings and backups happen automatically. When you switch devices or reinstall, restore your child's precious voice recordings — either replace everything, or merge in just what's missing.

- Voice Snippets now support per-child profiles
With siblings, switch between profiles to browse each child's voice clips. The editor now shows a waveform, and we fixed cases where voices weren't being captured.

- Recording improvements
Fixed longer words getting cut off mid-sentence, and recording time now adapts automatically to your child's voice.

Plus small fixes and polish. We'd love to hear your feedback!

### 1.1.5 — 2026-08-21

- Added “Road Signs” and “Public Symbols” categories
- You can now set a profile photo
- Improved the design and fixed minor issues

Plus small fixes and polish. We'd love to hear your feedback!

### 1.1.4 — 2026-08-15

- New "Child Mode" to prevent accidental taps
Tap "Child Mode" in the bottom bar (or double-tap with three fingers) to hide all buttons. Double-tap with three fingers again to unlock.

Plus small fixes and polish. We'd love to hear your feedback!

### 1.1.3 — 2026-08-14

- New "Voice Growth Album"
Add a birthday and your child's recordings are organized into an album by age (e.g. 1 yr 2 mo).

Plus small fixes and polish. We'd love to hear your feedback!

### 1.1.2 — 2026-08-14

• New chapter: Face & Body
• Colors, Shapes & Numbers are now three separate pages with more words
• Bug fixes and improvements

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