Japanese Dictionary - Jisoku

Japanese Dictionary - Jisoku

Japanese/Kanji to English

2 ratings
3 reviews
Free
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • January 30, 2026
  • August 22, 2026

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This app provides an offline Japanese dictionary with extensive word and kanji support. It features camera-based translation, pitch accent visualization, conjugation recognition, stroke-order animation, and flashcard creation for effective learning.

Offline Japanese dictionary
Camera-based translation
Pitch accent visualization
Kanji stroke-order animation
Flashcard creation
Conjugation recognition
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What's New in Japanese Dictionary

1.8.2

August 22, 2026

Scan Japanese with your camera Point the live scanner at a sign, menu, or page and tap any word to look it up. You can also take a photo or pick one from your library. Conjugated words like 食べました resolve to their dictionary form, so you see the right entry every time. Draw kanji to find them Don't know the reading? Sketch the kanji in the Kanji Finder and pick it from the matches. Brush-style stroke order Stroke animations are now drawn like a real brush, paced the way you'd actually write them. Your own notes Add personal notes to any word or kanji, and search for them later through your notes. Word & Kanji of the Day widget Put a new word and kanji on your Home Screen every day. Study Track your streak with an activity mosaic, see a badge when cards are due, and enjoy a little celebration when you finish a session. Faster and more polished Search is quicker, word screens lead with definitions, favorites match search results, and a number of bugs have been fixed.

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User reviews

Amazing app!

ありがとうございます!

Thank you so much for such a great app! I'm learning Japanese and using it to practice and memorize kanji. I've tried about 5-6 different kanji apps, but yours is the best! I hope you will continue to develop it further. A couple of suggestions for development: Looped kanji animation; a larger printed kanji on the page, for comparison with the handwritten version; sync favorite kanji and studying list between devices via iCloud; And maybe a list of basic kanji by JLPT levels.

Upd: I found a small bug (iPad) - on the favorites kanji page, as well as on the search page, when switching between kanji, the "Words Using This Kanji" block is not updated

Upd 2: Thanks for fixing upper bug! How iCloud sync works? I've got iPhone and iPad, but sync doesn't work at all, adding something on one device doesn't appear at another :(
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Response from developer

Thanks very much for your feedback. I have added your suggestions to my plans for future updates.

Amazing app!

ありがとうございます!

Thank you so much for such a great app! I'm learning Japanese and using it to practice and memorize kanji. I've tried about 5-6 different kanji apps, but yours is the best! I hope you will continue to develop it further. A couple of suggestions for development: Looped kanji animation; a larger printed kanji on the page, for comparison with the handwritten version; sync favorite kanji and studying list between devices via iCloud; And maybe a list of basic kanji by JLPT levels.

Upd: I found a small bug (iPad) - on the favorites kanji page, as well as on the search page, when switching between kanji, the "Words Using This Kanji" block is not updated
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Response from developer

Thanks very much for your feedback. I have added your suggestions to my plans for future updates.

Amazing app!

ありがとうございます!

Thank you so much for such a great app! I'm learning Japanese and using it to practice and memorize kanji. I've tried about 5-6 different kanji apps, but yours is the best! I hope you will continue to develop it further. A couple of suggestions for development: Looped kanji animation; a larger printed kanji on the page, for comparison with the handwritten version; sync favorite kanji and studying list between devices via iCloud; And maybe a list of basic kanji by JLPT levels.

Upd: I found a small bug - on the favorites kanji page, as well as on the search page, when switching between kanji, the "Words Using This Kanji" block is not updated
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FAQ

Does Jisoku have ads?

Yes, Jisoku contains advertisements. These ads are displayed within the application to support its development and maintenance.

What is the price of Jisoku?

Jisoku is available for free. While the core functionality is free, there are in-app purchases available for additional features or content.

What devices does Jisoku support?

Jisoku is compatible with iPhone and iPad devices, offering a seamless experience across Apple's mobile ecosystem.

How often is Jisoku updated?

The latest version of Jisoku is 1.6.1, and it was last updated on June 16, 2026. This indicates a commitment to regular improvements and feature additions.

What is the age rating for Jisoku?

Jisoku has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users, including younger learners.

How does Jisoku help with learning kanji stroke order?

Jisoku allows users to learn kanji stroke order by watching animations of each stroke. Users can slow down, loop, or view the entire stroke order at their own pace.

Can Jisoku be used without an internet connection?

Yes, Jisoku is designed to work offline. The complete dictionary, including over 200,000 words and 13,000 kanji, resides entirely on your device, requiring no internet signal.

How does Jisoku track learning progress?

Jisoku facilitates learning progress through its flashcard system. Users can turn any looked-up word or kanji into a flashcard and review them with daily sessions, including stroke-order practice.