Fun way to learn the language
I love this app! It makes it so easy to learn the language and I’ve started to look forward to my trip even more!!
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Glad you’ve liked it and hope you have a great trip!
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Learn Japanese kana through a fun, manga-inspired interface. Break down words mora by mora with sound effects and pronunciation playback. Track your progress with drills and mnemonic cards.
✓Mora-by-mora word breakdown
✓Tap-to-hear pronunciation
✓Manga-style sound effects
✓Word Comeback practice
✓Kana Hub drills and mastery chart
✓Searchable history
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What's New in Kanapow
1.1.1
July 16, 2026
A brand-new welcome to Kanapow. - Start by reading a real Japanese menu in your first minute - See your name written in Japanese, then read its first character yourself - Get a personal reading plan with a real goal date - New Mega options: weekly, monthly, and yearly plans - Kanapow now speaks Italian and Traditional Chinese (9 languages!) Built by one family, for yours. Come read Japan with us.
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Kanapow Mega
100 lookups/day + a natural Japanese voice
$14.991 Year
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FAQ
How does Kanapow help users learn Japanese kana?
Kanapow breaks down Japanese words into individual moras, presenting them in a manga-style format with sound effects and pronunciation playback. It offers mnemonic cards, drills, and a mastery chart to reinforce learning.
What is the difference between the free version and Kanapow Mega?
The free version offers 5 new words per day with built-in voice pronunciation, and re-reading words is always free. Kanapow Mega provides 100 new words daily and a more natural-sounding Japanese voice for richer pronunciation.
What are the subscription costs for Kanapow Mega?
Kanapow Mega is available for $14.99 per year or $2.99 per month. There is no free trial for the subscription.
How can I manage or cancel my Kanapow Mega subscription?
You can manage or cancel your auto-renewable subscription anytime within your Apple Account settings. Cancellations must be made at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period.
Does Kanapow support both hiragana and katakana?
Yes, Kanapow supports learning both hiragana and katakana, helping users sound out words like 'coffee,' 'taxi,' and 'ramen' beat by beat.
What devices is Kanapow available on?
Kanapow is currently supported on iPhone devices.
How often is Kanapow updated?
The latest version, 1.1, was released on June 23, 2026, indicating recent development activity. The app was initially released on June 11, 2026.
What is the age rating for Kanapow?
Kanapow has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of young learners and adults.