# Kanji World

> Kanji World (iPhone/iPad app by benoit bruyere.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kanji-world/id6759068086 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [benoit bruyere](https://appshunter.io/developer/1876630171)
- Category: Education, Entertainment
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 32 MB
- Languages: English, French, Japanese, Spanish
- Released: 2026-02-16
- Data updated: 2026-07-15
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kanji-world/id6759068086/reviews.md

## What is Kanji World?

Kanji World — The ultimate app to master Japanese characters.

- Over 10,000 Kanji — including all 2,136 official Jōyō — with on'yomi/kun'yomi readings, detailed meanings, and real-world vocabulary examples.

- Spaced Repetition (SRS) — A smart algorithm adapts your review sessions for long-term memorization. Review only what you need, exactly when you need it.

- Smart Quizzes — Test your knowledge with adaptive multi-mode quizzes: meaning, reading, writing. Multiple difficulty levels (JLPT N5 to N1).

- Writing Practice — Learn stroke order for every kanji with interactive on-screen practice.

- Handwriting Recognition — Draw any kanji with your finger and the app identifies it instantly. Perfect for looking up unknown characters.

- Photo Recognition — Take a photo of any kanji (book, sign, menu…) and access its detailed card directly.

- Hiragana & Katakana — Complete charts with audio, quizzes, and kana writing practice.

- Detailed Statistics — Track your progress with a study calendar, performance charts, and clear KPIs.

- Daily Study Plan — A structured path guides you every day with new kanji to learn and scheduled reviews.

- Streak & Motivation — Keep your flame alive with the daily streak counter and celebrate top scores with premium animations.

- Customizable Themes — 4 unique themes (Classic, Kawaii, Matsuri, Zen) + custom mode.

Download Kanji World and start your journey to Japanese mastery today!

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Kanji World Premium Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium Monthly | $3.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Retirer la pub | $8.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $129.99 | one-time |



## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.1 — 2026-06-06

- Kanji handwriting recognition — draw a kanji and identify it instantly
- Kanji photo recognition — scan any kanji with your camera 
- Bug fixes and UI optimizations

### 3.6 — 2026-03-30

We regularly update the app to improve your experience.

This version includes:

Performance improvements

Bug fixes

General app optimizations

Thanks for using our app!

### 3.5 — 2026-03-09

We regularly update the app to improve your experience.

This version includes:

Performance improvements

Bug fixes

General app optimizations

Thanks for using our app!

### 2.7.2 — 2026-03-04

Bug fixe
UI/UX fixes and improvements
Global stability improvements

### 2.2 — 2026-02-25

- Added Japanese language support
- Added user profiles
- Added automatic iCloud sync
- UI/UX redesign
- Added onboarding guide
- Bug fixes
- Global app optimization
- Added Study Dashboard
- Improved SRS algorithm

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-07-15.*