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Kanji Lookup

Kanji Lookup

by telethon k.k.

3K ratings
83 reviews
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Quickly find the meaning and pronunciation of unknown Kanji characters by drawing them. This app focuses on fast, easy lookup without complex methods, offering definitions and relevant word examples. It also supports keyboard and pasteboard searches.

✓Handwriting recognition for Kanji lookup
✓Instantaneous search results
✓Pronunciation and definition display
✓Searchable list of relevant words
✓Keyboard search support
✓Pasteboard text search
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of Kanji Lookup. Based on 3K reviews and a 4.7/5 average, it highlights the 5 positives and 4 negatives reviewers mention most about this Reference app.

Positive things

  • 👍Easy to use
  • 🚀Accurate kanji recognition
  • 💡Comprehensive kanji information
  • 👍Helpful for learning Japanese
  • 👍Useful for travel to Japan

Negative things

  • 🐛Occasional recognition issues
  • 💰Ads can be intrusive
  • 🐛Camera function not reliable
  • 🔋Drains battery quickly
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What's New in Kanji Lookup

2.3.16

June 3, 2026

- bug fixes and performance improvements

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In-App Purchases

$0.99

Stroke Animations

Get stroke animations for > 3500 Kanji characters.

User reviews

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Good but can get better

This is a very handy app and worth paying for. One small problem is the audio. The button is too close to the information button and it’s hard to press. Also, the audio is a little bit slow. But hopefully the developers will fix this. If you’re learning Kanji, this is a great app to have next to you when you are reading. I’m highly recommending it to any student. Hopefully they fix the small audio issues.
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Gingerzilla JapanGingerzilla Japan

New kanji when reading

Very helpful in finding out the definition and reading of a kanji by writing the kanji out.
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I can’t open the app…

I downloaded it and it said this app is compatible with my phone, but the app closes every time I try and use it. I think this is a bug
kelnardokelnardo

Japanese

I swear by it…The Japanese..!
HM King AaronHM King Aaron

I love this app

So helpful and easy to use….
Yoyo4bumpYoyo4bump
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Reported Bugs

3 issues

Kanji recognition not always accurate

Bug

Camera function doesn't work consistently

Bug

App crashes or freezes occasionally

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Requested Features

4 requests

Add audio pronunciations

Feature

Improve camera function

Feature

Provide more customization options

Feature

Implement kanji quizzing/testing

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FAQ

What does Kanji Lookup do?

Kanji Lookup is designed to help you quickly find the meaning and pronunciation of unknown Kanji characters. It excels at identifying characters through drawing them on your device's touch screen, offering a fast and hassle-free lookup experience.

How does Kanji Lookup work?

The primary method is drawing the Kanji character directly on the screen. The app uses handwriting recognition to identify the character and instantly provides its pronunciation and definition. It also supports searching via keyboard and optionally scanning Kanji from your device's pasteboard.

Is Kanji Lookup free to use?

The application is free to download and use, but it offers in-app purchases. This model allows users to access core functionality for free while providing options for enhanced features or content through purchases.

What kind of Kanji information does it provide?

It provides the character's pronunciation and definition. Additionally, it offers a searchable list of the most relevant words that contain the Kanji character, making it easier to understand its usage in context.

What are the main benefits of using Kanji Lookup?

The app focuses on speed and ease of use, eliminating the need for complex stroke counting or radical deciphering. Its interface is clean and designed for minimal startup time and instantaneous recognition, making it efficient for identifying unknown Kanji.