Kanji Study - Learn Japanese!

Kanji Study - Learn Japanese!

Learn via vocab, JLPT N5–N1

7.1K ratings
511 reviews
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • February 20, 2016
  • September 5, 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

1.6.46

September 5, 2026

-Added undo last stroke button to the kanji writing area. -Added more N1 vocabulary and lessons. 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

Kanji

It’s easy and understandable

Stop changing word translations out of nowhere

Changing word translations without keeping any connection to the previous ones completely ruins the purpose of this app. This is a mnemonics-based learning tool where users rely on consistent associations to memorize vocabulary. Vocabulary memorization is already challenging enough without the app abruptly switching to a completely different set of words.
When you change the translations out of nowhere, you erase all the mental anchors and progress users have worked hard to build. Please stop altering established translations or at least provide a way to reference the original ones so we do not lose our memory hooks.
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Best I’ve found but still janky

I just passed N2 using just this and Nihongo (GOAT of a translation app) so I need to give this some credit. I practice the Kanji here but then check each one within Nihongo for better definitions, etymology, and example sentences. (An app that merged these two would be epic). Critiques are that Ive found errors in furigana and definitions, and I pass some kanji even when I write a different one, while failing others when I wrote the correct one. Also stuck with coin-flipping whether the app wants me to draw 川vs 河, 蔵vs庫, and 長vs永 since they have the same reading and definition.
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Response from developer

Sorry for these issues! I recently changed many definitions to be able to differentiate between words. Please update the app and let me know if any issues remain.

Bitte korrigieren

Ein paar Wörter sind nicht ganz richtig. Die Stimme liest es richtig vor, aber der Text passt nicht.

突き当り->突き当たり
つきあり->つきあたり


たん->はん

Es gibt noch weitere die ich grade nicht im Kopf habe. Ich werde sie ergänzen, wenn ich sie wiederfinde.

Response from developer

Vielen Dank, dass Sie mich auf diese Probleme hingewiesen haben! Ich habe eine korrigierte Version der App bei Apple eingereicht; sie sollte in Kürze für Sie verfügbar sein.

쓰기공부 좋네요!

한자 획이 너무 어려웠는데
유용한 어플입니다!

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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

Bug

Requested Features

4 requests

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

Feature

Add both on and kun readings for kanji

Feature

Implement sentence practice and vocabulary exercises

Feature

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.