# KanaCoach: Learn Japanese — Hiragana & Katakana Trainer

> Hiragana & Katakana Trainer (iPhone/iPad app by Kam Hung Cheung.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kanacoach-learn-japanese/id6797132018 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Kam Hung Cheung](https://appshunter.io/developer/902913767)
- Category: Education, Reference
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 37 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-08-13
- Data updated: 2026-08-23
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kanacoach-learn-japanese/id6797132018/reviews.md

## What is KanaCoach?

KanaCoach – Learn Japanese Kana & Pronunciation

Start learning Japanese with a strong foundation.

KanaCoach helps beginners learn Hiragana, Katakana, Japanese pronunciation, reading and speaking step by step. Instead of only memorizing characters, you learn to connect each kana with its sound, pronunciation and practical use.

Whether you want to read Japanese, understand manga and anime, follow Japanese lyrics, or sing Japanese songs at karaoke, learning kana is the first step.

Learn Hiragana & Katakana

Master the essential Japanese kana through a simple, focused learning experience. Explore each character, listen to its sound and gradually build confidence recognizing Japanese.

Start with basic sounds such as:

あ い う え お
か き く け こ
さ し す せ そ

Then continue through the kana system at your own pace.

KanaCoach is suitable for complete beginners and learners who want to review Hiragana and Katakana.

Learn the Sound, Not Just the Character

Recognizing a kana character is only part of learning Japanese. KanaCoach focuses on pronunciation so you can connect each character with the correct sound from the beginning.

Listen, repeat aloud and learn how Japanese sounds should feel when spoken. Pronunciation guidance can help you understand mouth shape, tongue position and how sounds are formed.

The goal is simple: see 「う」 and immediately know how to say it.

Practice Speaking Japanese

Reading silently can make a character feel familiar without proving that you can pronounce it. KanaCoach encourages you to speak aloud and build the connection:

See → Remember → Speak

This is useful for learners who want to read naturally, improve conversation skills or sing Japanese songs.

Remember Kana with Pictures

KanaCoach uses visual associations to make sounds easier to remember. Connect kana with familiar words, pictures and emoji so abstract characters become more memorable.

See it. Hear it. Connect it. Remember it.

Train Similar Sounds

Some Japanese sounds are difficult for beginners to distinguish. Focused practice helps you notice differences between similar sounds and characters while improving listening, reading and pronunciation.

Learn Japanese for Songs, Anime & Manga

Kana is useful far beyond a textbook. Learning Hiragana and Katakana can help you:

• read Japanese song lyrics
• sing Japanese songs and karaoke
• recognize words in anime
• read simple Japanese in manga
• understand Japanese names and expressions
• improve pronunciation
• prepare for further Japanese study

If you have ever looked at Japanese lyrics and wished you could read them without relying entirely on romaji, KanaCoach helps you build that foundation.

Learn at Your Own Pace

Study a few characters, review them regularly and gradually build your kana knowledge. Track your progress and return to characters that need more practice.

Short daily sessions can turn unfamiliar symbols into sounds you recognize naturally.

More Than Flashcards

KanaCoach combines:

• Hiragana learning
• Katakana learning
• Japanese pronunciation
• speaking practice
• listening practice
• visual memory
• picture associations
• kana review
• reading practice
• progress tracking

The aim is simple: when you see Japanese kana, you should be able to read it aloud.

Start Your Japanese Journey

Learn the characters.
Hear the sounds.
Say them aloud.
Remember them visually.
Use them to read real Japanese.

From your first 「あ」 to reading Japanese lyrics and singing your favourite songs, KanaCoach helps turn kana into a skill you can actually use.

Learn Kana. Read Japanese. Speak it. Sing it.

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| KanaCoach Premium | $5.99 | one-time |



## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.0.2 — 2026-08-19

Fixed Premium purchase restoration after deleting and reinstalling the app

### 1.0.1 — 2026-08-19

We’ve fixed an issue with Premium purchases. You can now unlock or restore Premium smoothly as expected.

### 1.0.0 — 2026-08-14

No release notes.

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