# Japanese LS Touch — Vocable Trainer & Dictionary

> Japanese vocabulary trainer and dictionary with Kanji drawing practice. (iPhone/iPad app by Jan Bogner.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/japanese-ls-touch/id352226802 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Jan Bogner](https://appshunter.io/developer/304848822)
- Category: Education, Reference
- Price: $8.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 33 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 171 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany)
- Released: 2010-01-29
- Data updated: 2026-09-03
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/japanese-ls-touch/id352226802/reviews.md

## What is Japanese LS Touch?

Japanese LS Touch is a program for learning japanese vocables. It combines a comprehensive japanese dictionary with a topnotch vocable trainer. The vocable trainer utilizes the unique touch interface to intuitively teach you how to draw the Kanji/Kana of the japanese words by displaying strokeorder guidelines. But that's just one of the many features helping you in learning japanese vocables.

FEATURES
- 145.000 japanese vocables
- all vocables have readings (if word contains kanji) and english translations
- 75.000 vocables have german translations and 14.800 vocables have french translations
- possibilty to import your own translations for the vocables
- default vocabulary sets (JLPT Level 1 - 5 and all level in one set)
- possibilty to create custom vocabulary sets within the program
- possiblity to import your own custom vocabulary sets (of vocables in the programs database)
- sample sentences availabe for 27.800 vocables (90% of the JLPT Level 1-5 set‘s vocables have sample sentences)
- Strokeorder guidelines for all kanji used in all the program‘s vocables
- numerous ways to select the vocables you want to train:
- All vocables of the current set
- custom selection (vocables selected via browser)
- Range of vocables (e.g. vocable 40 till vocable 60)
- Vocable Reader reads vocable and translation

TEST
- 7 Testtypes:
   - Vocable --> Translation
   - Translation --> Vocable
   - Vocable --> Reading
   - Reading --> Vocable
   - Word --> missing Character
   - Sentence --> missing Word
   - Audio -> Meaning
- 2 Testmodes:
   - Direct Input (drawing or keyboard)
   - Multiple Choice

VOCABLE BROWSER
- list of all vocables in the current vocabulary set or all vocables of the program‘s database
- search for a specific vocably by translation, reading or the japanese word itself
- display details of a specific vocable
- select specific vocables for a custom selection you want to train

MISC
- Import your own custom vocabulary set (e.g. if you want to train only the vocables of lesson x of your textbook)
- Import your own translations for the vocables (e.g. if you learn by certain translation that differs from the default translation in the program or if the translation for your language is missing)
- Backup & Sync between devices via iCloud
- Learning with the Leitner system (SRS)
- Practice mode (for learning how to draw the japanese characters of the vocable)
- User Interface fully localized in English, French and German

for more information/videos/screenshots/handbook:
www.asia-ls.com/ios/japanese.html

If you like this application check out:
KANA LS TOUCH
KANJI LS TOUCH

If you find a bug in the software please send me an email [jan(a)asia-ls.com] with as many information as possible so I can try to reproduce and fix it:
- device & firmware
- what did you do step by step
- settings (current set, test mode, Leitner actice...)
- does it happen always/sometime/once

Japanese LS Touch uses the KANJIDIC & JMDICT dictionary files. These files are the property of the Electronic Dictionary Research and Development Group, and are used in conformance with the Group's licence. (www.edrdg.org)
The sample sentences in this application are form the Tanaka Corpus. (www.csse.monash.edu.au/~jwb/tanakacorpus.html)
The french & german translations of the sample sentences are from the Tatoeba Project (tatoeba.org)
This app uses Icons form icon8 (https://icons8.com/license/)

## Key features

- 145,000 Japanese vocables
- Kanji/Kana stroke-order guidelines
- Multiple test types and modes
- Customizable vocabulary sets
- Leitner system (SRS) learning
- Backup and sync via iCloud
- Sample sentences for vocables

## Recent user reviews (10 of 33)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/japanese-ls-touch/id352226802/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Application à fuir !

*2025-03-20*

L’application la plus chère, et pourtant la pire de l’app store !! La moitié de l’application est en français, l’autre en anglais pourtant leur site précise que tout est traduit. Pas de sauvegarde de votre avancée, donc si vous étiez à la leçon numéro 240 il faudra passer les 239 leçons à la main pour reprendre où vous en étiez. Pas d’échelle de niveau, on vous apprendra un mot de JLPT 5 au premier exercice puis un de JLPT 2 au deuxième. Bref n’achetez pas cette application…

### 5/5 — Ich bin begeistert

*2022-09-01*

Die App (und die zugehörige Kanji App) sind einfach perfekt. Am Anfang war ich nicht überzeugt bis ich herausgefunden habe, dass man alles individuell einstellen kann. Gibt es für eine Vokabel zum Beispiel eine Kanji und eine Katakana Lesung, kann man auf die gewünschte tippen und es wird gemerkt, auch für die Tests. In den Tests kann man auch vieles individualisieren. Außerdem finde ich die Test-Arten toll, insbesondere das Testen nach Audio oder fehlende Zeichen einsetzen habe ich so noch nirgendwo gesehen.
Die Preise sind mehr als fair, für was man bekommt und es ist kein nerviges Abo Modell. 

Insgesamt bin ich dem Entwickler sehr dankbar für diese Apps!!

Einziges Feedback das ich hätte: manche Beispielsätze oder Wörter sind noch auf Englisch. Vielleicht kann man hier noch die Übersetzungen ausbauen.

### 5/5 — Kenn kein besseres Japanisch Lernprogramm

*2021-03-01*

Ein Meisterwerk

### 2/5 — Nein

*2018-01-04*

Geldverschwendung. Vor allem keine 10€ wert.
Der Übungsmodus ist total unausgereift und nicht hilfreich. Höchstens nützlich als Lexikon.
Bereue den Kauf.

**Developer response:** Übungsmodus und Testmodus wurden im Laufe der Zeit immer wieder verbessert und erweitert. Bei konkreten Vorschlägen oder Bugs bitte mich direkt kontaktieren [jan(a)asia-ls.com]. Ich versuche dann einen Fix bereitzustellen.

### 5/5 — Funktioniert, fehlerfrei.

*2015-04-27*

Ich finde die App gut. Tut was es soll, alles in Ordnung.

P.S.: Würde mich über eine automatische Stricherkennung freuen, so müssten die Antworten nicht selbst überprüft werden, ist aber nur eine Anregung, aber auch so ist sie die top App zum Lernen japanischer Vokabeln.

### 5/5 — Great App, Wonderful Support!😀

*2015-03-14*

After running into a few major issues with this app (which ended up being the fault of my device ) and emailing the developer I received immediate support. The app itself is smooth, simple, and fantastic for learning to write Japanese. This app is all about utility and it performs! There is a huge amount of content and many ways to test yourself and learn. The most unique and helpful feature that it offers is the ability to grade your own writing and stroke order in a step by step manner. There is no automatic writing detector to be picky and mark you wrong because the angle was "slightly off". This app makes studying and learning Japanese a breeze! It is an absolute must have for any learner! Thank you Jan for bringing this helpful tool to life! I don't have a single regret in purchasing this app and it's upgrade!

### 4/5 — Gute App bis auf die Crashes

*2014-11-28*

Die App ist sehr gut, vorallem mit dem 先生Modus. Es hilft sich dafür selber Testsets zusammenzustellen, leider gibt es nicht ganz so gute vordefinierte wie bei Kanji LS Touch. 

Allerdings crashed die App bei mir reproduzierbar bei「無視」. Ausserdem ist die erste Vokabel im Übungsmodus meist falsch initialisiert, es ist haufig die letzte vorher aufgerufene die beim Start des Views als erste angezeigt wird. Nach dem Blättern ist dann eine andere Vokabel die erste. Das deutet auf ein Memory Management Problem hin.

**Developer response:** Der Bug sollte gefixt sein. Bitte bei Bugs mich direkt kontaktieren [jan(a)asia-ls.com]. Ich versuche dann schnell einen Fix zu veröffentlichen. Danke.

### 4/5 — Best Kanji App out there

*2014-07-26*

This app is great when you use hiragana to find the vocabulary. However, it doesn't always give you what you're looking for if you type in English or German.

Also, it is kind of annoying that this app is separate from Kanji LS Touch if you're learning how to write kanji. This app is intended to help you study vocabulary and if you look for single kanji that do not occur as their own word, you're out of luck. 

This app is great. It works well as a study aid and as a dictionary, particularly if there are sample sentences that show you the usage of the word (which is sometimes very distinct from what you'd think of the translation). The only downside is that it's expensive and that certain functions are in separate apps, so that you have to spend even more money.

### 2/5 — Not very happy with app

*2014-06-14*

It's priced higher than most other apps but I spend a lot of time studying so I'm willing to spend a little money for a good app. Unfortunately the functionality of kanji and Japanese LS is split between two apps and I don't get that at all. I study kanji when I study vocab and vice versa. I own both apps but they're useless without the other's functionality. I'm a bit annoyed and will use other apps to study instead.

**Developer response:** Both apps have a different focus. I therefore believe it's good to split them rather than having one giant app where people complain it's to complicated.

### 1/5 — Love it but

*2013-12-07*

I love this app, I have both the Japanese and kanji LS apps but they are completely broken right now on my iPad 2 iOS 5. Drawing won't work in practice or test modes

**Developer response:** This Bug was long fixes. If you encounter a bug in the future please contact me directly [jan(a)asia-ls.com]. I will then try to fix it as fast as possible. Thx

## Frequently asked questions about Japanese LS Touch

### What is Japanese LS Touch?

Japanese LS Touch is a paid educational app designed for learning Japanese vocabulary. It combines a comprehensive dictionary with a vocable trainer that includes stroke-order guidelines for drawing Kanji and Kana.

### How many vocables does Japanese LS Touch include?

The app features a database of 145,000 Japanese vocables. Many of these vocables include readings, English translations, and some also offer German and French translations.

### Can I create my own vocabulary sets in Japanese LS Touch?

Yes, you can create custom vocabulary sets within the program. You can also import your own translations for vocables and import custom vocabulary sets from the program's database.

### What learning methods does Japanese LS Touch use?

Japanese LS Touch utilizes the Leitner system (SRS) for spaced repetition learning. It also offers a practice mode specifically for learning how to draw Japanese characters.

### Does Japanese LS Touch offer different test types?

Yes, the app provides seven different test types, including Vocable to Translation, Translation to Vocable, and Audio to Meaning. It also offers two test modes: Direct Input (drawing or keyboard) and Multiple Choice.

### Is Japanese LS Touch available on multiple devices?

Japanese LS Touch is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It also supports backup and synchronization between devices via iCloud.

### What is the price of Japanese LS Touch?

Japanese LS Touch is a paid application priced at $8.99. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned in the app's data.

### How often is Japanese LS Touch updated?

The app was last updated on May 26, 2024, indicating recent development and support. The current version is 3.7.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.7 — 2024-05-26

- minor bugfixes

### 3.6 — 2023-09-25

- minor bugfixes

### 3.5 — 2022-05-06

- minor bugfixes

### 3.4.2 — 2021-06-24

- minor bugfix

### 3.4 — 2021-06-16

- minor bugfixes

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## More apps by Jan Bogner

- [Kanji LS Touch](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kanji-ls-touch/id304848819)
- [Kana LS Touch](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kana-ls-touch/id306835158)
- [Chinese LS Touch](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chinese-ls-touch/id352455699)

All apps by Jan Bogner: https://appshunter.io/developer/304848822

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