# Kanjidex — Collect the kanji!

> Collect kanji by taking photos, with a radical-based keyboard and learning goals. (iPhone/iPad app by Michael Soliterman.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kanjidex/id1575527210 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Michael Soliterman](https://appshunter.io/developer/1473412147)
- Category: Education
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.50/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 43 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2021-07-07
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kanjidex/id1575527210/reviews.md

## What is Kanjidex?

Kanjidex is all about collecting the kanji by taking pictures of them in real life. 

Can you find them all?

Features include:

- Take pictures and crop the kanji out, or use an existing photo from your camera roll.
- A handy radical-based keyboard for typing in kanji you can't read yet.
- Select a learning goal from JLPT 1-4, or a preset number of unique kanji.
- Look through past kanji and images in a fancy gallery.
- Full Japanese mode for all you hardcore students!
- Kanjidex Pro: One-time purchase that unlocks data import/export for Anki users making a custom kanji deck, etc.

Have fun!

## Key features

- Capture kanji via photos
- Radical-based keyboard
- Set learning goals (JLPT)
- Kanji gallery
- Data import/export (Pro)

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Kanjidex Pro | $2.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kanjidex/id1575527210/reviews.md

### 3/5 — A fantastic idea, but feels incomplete

*2022-02-12*

This is a wonderful app, I LOVE collecting kanjis with photos into a gallery. I just really wish that each kanji had a lot more to reference from: i.e. kun-yomi and on-yomi, nanori, English meaning, stroke order, similar looking discovered kanjis, radicals, etc.

If even a few of these ways to reference from are added I will change my review to 5 stars.

Thank you for creating this app, I really hope it gets more features in the future.

### 4/5 — Really cool idea

*2022-01-13*

I really like the concept of this app, I feel like if you guys somehow added a definition page, like how to pronounce it with hiragana, what it means in English, and how to write it for each kanji, that would be really helpful

### 4/5 — Needs a little more

*2022-01-05*

A nicely designed and easy to use app. Ideally it would have a way to store the meaning of the kanji and link to the possible readings using something like jisho.org. 

Being able to type in the kanji if you know it would be useful as the radical system can take a while. 

Both of these improvements would make this a five star. Also I’d pay for them. I play a lot of Japanese video games and the core idea of this app really appeals (exporting does not, I do most of my study on iOS).

Great work!

## Frequently asked questions about Kanjidex

### How does Kanjidex help me learn kanji?

Kanjidex encourages learning by having you collect kanji through photos. You can also set specific learning goals, such as reaching JLPT levels 1-4 or collecting a certain number of unique kanji.

### Can I use Kanjidex offline?

The provided description does not specify offline functionality. However, features like collecting kanji via photos and using the gallery might require an internet connection.

### What are the benefits of Kanjidex Pro?

Kanjidex Pro is a one-time purchase that unlocks data import and export features. This is particularly useful for Anki users who want to create custom kanji decks.

### What devices does Kanjidex support?

Kanjidex is available for iPhone and iPod devices, as indicated by the supported devices list.

### How often is Kanjidex updated?

Kanjidex was last updated on July 14, 2021, with version 1.1.2. The initial release date was July 7, 2021, suggesting relatively frequent updates around its launch.

### What is the age rating for Kanjidex?

Kanjidex has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users interested in learning Japanese.

### Does Kanjidex have ads?

No, Kanjidex does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and offers optional in-app purchases for Pro features.

### How can I input kanji if I don't know how to read them?

Kanjidex includes a handy radical-based keyboard. This allows you to type in kanji even if you are unfamiliar with their pronunciation or reading.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.1.2 — 2021-07-14

Minor bug fixes.

### 1.1.1 — 2021-07-10

Added support for data import/export for Kanjidex Pro.

### 1.0.4 — 2021-07-08

Several bug fixes - thanks David!

### 1.0.1 — 2021-07-07

No release notes.

## More apps by Michael Soliterman

- [Travel Phrasebook](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/travel-phrasebook/id1473412148)
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- [Morris 2: The Gauntlet](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/morris-2-the-gauntlet/id6762042323)

All apps by Michael Soliterman: https://appshunter.io/developer/1473412147

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