Quickly find the meaning and pronunciation of Japanese Kanji by drawing them on your screen. Access definitions, relevant words, and animated stroke-order diagrams. Ideal for learners seeking a simple and efficient reference tool.
1.9.0
September 20, 2026
- iOS27 compatibility
Kanji Lookup Pro is a reference tool designed to help users quickly find the meaning and pronunciation of Japanese Kanji characters by drawing them on their device's screen.
You simply draw the Kanji character you want to look up directly on your screen. The app then instantly recognizes the drawing and provides its pronunciation, definition, and related information.
It offers the character's pronunciation and definition, a searchable list of relevant words containing the Kanji, and beautifully animated stroke-order diagrams. Definitions are currently in Japanese only.
Yes, Kanji Lookup Pro allows you to export stroke order diagrams, which can be helpful for practicing and perfecting your penmanship.
The app currently contains information for over 3500 Kanji, including all Joyo and Jinmeiyo characters.
Yes, Kanji Lookup Pro is supported on watch, iPhone, and iPad devices.
Kanji Lookup Pro is a paid app and costs $1.99.
The latest version is 1.8.10, and the app was last updated on September 15, 2025, indicating regular updates.
