# Japanese Writer — Play to learn Japanese writing

> Game-based app for learning and practicing Japanese writing. (iPhone/iPad app by trainchinese B.V..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/japanese-writer/id6468586928 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [trainchinese B.V.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1443075140)
- Category: Education, Games
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 73 MB
- Languages: American English, German (Germany), Russian, European Spanish
- Released: 2025-11-07
- Data updated: 2026-08-24
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/japanese-writer/id6468586928/reviews.md

## What is Japanese Writer?

Write. Learn. Remember.

Characters fall from the top of the screen — can you write them before they hit the bottom?

Japanese Writer turns handwriting practice into an engaging game. Learn to write Hiragana, Katakana, and over 2,000 Kanji from JLPT levels 5 to 1, with smart review that focuses on the characters you need most.

• Guided stroke order: Trace each character step by step to master writing accuracy.
• Smart review: Characters you miss reappear until you’ve truly learned them.
• Character dictionary: Look up any character to hear pronunciations, view stroke order, and see real example words in use.
• Learn at your pace: JLPT level 5 is free to play, with an optional upgrade to unlock everything.

Join learners worldwide who are discovering the joy of writing Japanese — one stroke at a time.

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## Key features

- Handwriting practice game
- Learn Hiragana, Katakana, Kanji
- Guided stroke order
- Smart review system
- Character dictionary with pronunciation
- JLPT level progression

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Japanese Writer Subscription | $1.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime Upgrade | $19.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/japanese-writer/id6468586928/reviews.md

### 5/5 — One-time lifetime payment option

*2025-12-19*

Great app, but please add a one-time payment option just like Chinese Writer.

## Frequently asked questions about Japanese Writer

### What Japanese writing systems does Japanese Writer teach?

Japanese Writer teaches Hiragana, Katakana, and over 2,000 Kanji characters. It covers JLPT levels 5 to 1, providing a comprehensive learning path for users.

### How does Japanese Writer help users remember characters?

The app uses a smart review system that reintroduces characters you miss until you've mastered them. It also offers guided stroke order to ensure accurate writing from the start.

### Is Japanese Writer free to use?

Japanese Writer is free to play with JLPT level 5 unlocked. Additional content and features are available through an optional upgrade.

### What devices is Japanese Writer available on?

Japanese Writer is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed for Apple mobile devices.

### How often is Japanese Writer updated?

The latest version of Japanese Writer is 6.5.0, last updated on March 8, 2026. Updates are released regularly to improve the learning experience.

### Can I hear pronunciations of characters in Japanese Writer?

Yes, the character dictionary allows you to look up any character, hear its pronunciation, view its stroke order, and see example words in use.

### What is the subscription cost for Japanese Writer?

The Japanese Writer Subscription is priced at $1.99 per month. This subscription unlocks all content and features within the app.

### What is the age rating for Japanese Writer?

Japanese Writer has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for children and adults alike.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 6.5.0 — 2026-03-08

This update adds the ability to upgrade Japanese Writer with a one-time purchase. Thanks for playing!

### 6.3.6 — 2025-11-07

No release notes.

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