Kanji Study - Learn Japanese!

Kanji Study - Learn Japanese!

Learn via vocab, JLPT N5–N1

7K ratings
495 reviews
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • February 20, 2016
  • July 21, 2026

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This app teaches Japanese kanji by focusing on vocabulary words. It offers writing practice with stroke detection and spaced repetition reviews for effective memorization. Learn kanji readings naturally through over 5,000 JLPT-aligned words.

Vocabulary-first kanji learning
Writing lessons with stroke detection
Spaced repetition reviews
Full JLPT N5-N1 coverage
Audio pronunciation
Offline functionality
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What's New in Kanji Study

1.6.31

July 21, 2026

-Fixed an issue when resetting progress. Feedback is always welcome! Send any questions or comments to support@lulilanguages.com

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In-App Purchases

$9.99

Level 1

This purchase unlocks the lessons for level 1 after the first two free lessons.

User reviews

Hidden gem

Best resource to leant kanji imo. Mogs Anki dare I say. Because with this app, it teaches you the compounds, readings, has an audio for each kanji, and has a stroke order. It’s also proven that one of the best ways to learn and memorise something is to write it, which is one of the uses in this app. It also quizzes you and you yourself can quiz yourself on the kanji you learnt at anytime, making sure you master it. So happy I stumbled across this app and I’m shocked not more people are using and recommending this app. This has made me love kanji, and also made it my favourite part about learning and studying Japanese when in the beginning, I dreaded having to learn kanji.
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Die App ist gut

Ich finde es gut das man das auch nachspüren kann und es viele verschiedene Übungen giebt. Aber ich bin erst ganz am Anfang und da muss ich halt 一 als いち oder so wissen also ich weiß jetzt nicht ob das auch wirklich eins ist aber das muss ich halt wissen was ja eigentlich auch das Prinzip ist aber es wird nd gezeigt was was ist aber sonst ist sie sehr gut
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Uhh yeah

I’m only on the second lesson but these are super easy. I am Japanese and I’m fluent in the language. こんにちは。はじめまして。See that’s proof! But I do think yall should add some games bc this is kinda boring(no offense) Uhh yeah

Kanji explained.

Hello, I have been using this app for about a month and half now and have taught myself 200 kanji. Thanks for that. However I have a feature request. Could you please add an option to show the kanji learned by the grades as well? Like the Japanese kids learn in Grade 1, Grade 2 and so on. Because each grade covers some kanji from higher JLPT level as well.
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Great, but some sensitive kanji when writing

I’ve been using this app for a while and it has been great so far. My only complaint is that some kanjis like 字 and 売 (5th stroke for both) get rejected even though I am able to write it.

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Reported Bugs

3 issues

Certain kanji not recognized correctly

Bug

App crashing or freezing, especially during long review sessions

Bug

Progress not syncing across devices

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Requested Features

4 requests

Option to customize review sessions (select specific kanji, JLPT levels, etc.)

Feature

Add both on and kun readings for kanji

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Implement sentence practice and vocabulary exercises

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Add support for more languages (e.g. Russian)

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FAQ

What does Kanji Study do?

Kanji Study teaches Japanese kanji by focusing on the vocabulary words they appear in, rather than rote memorization of individual characters. It helps users absorb kanji readings naturally through over 5,000 JLPT-aligned words.

What are the key features of Kanji Study?

Key features include vocabulary-first learning, writing lessons with stroke detection for correct stroke order, spaced repetition reviews in both English-Japanese and Japanese-English directions, full JLPT N5-N1 coverage, audio pronunciation of words, and offline functionality.

How much does Kanji Study cost?

The app is free to download and use with in-app purchases available. Specific pricing for additional content or features is not detailed in the provided description.

What is the best way to learn kanji with this app?

The app recommends learning kanji through the vocabulary words they appear in. Utilizing the writing lessons with stroke detection and the spaced repetition review system for both English-Japanese and Japanese-English quizzes will enhance learning.

Who is Kanji Study for?

This app is ideal for individuals preparing for the JLPT test, students of the Japanese language, or anyone planning to live or work in Japan. It's designed for effective kanji acquisition and retention.