# kawaiiKotoba - Japanese Puzzle — Discover Japanese vocabulary! > Daily Japanese vocabulary puzzle game with JLPT level modes and color hints. (iPhone/iPad app by Jan Dittmer.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kawaiikotoba-japanese-puzzle/id1642075357 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Jan Dittmer](https://appshunter.io/developer/1015333180) - Category: Education, Games, Puzzle, Word - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 13.0 · 113 MB - Languages: English, French, German, Spanish - Released: 2023-05-31 - Data updated: 2026-07-26 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kawaiikotoba-japanese-puzzle/id1642075357/reviews.md ## What is kawaiiKotoba? [To enjoy kawaiiKotoba, you should already know some Japanese words. Complete beginners should download my other app "kawaiiDungeon" to get started!] kawaiiKotoba is a daily vocabulary puzzle game! Come back every day for a new challenge, or play our custom modes, featuring vocabulary separated by their JLPT level as much as you want! Guess a vocabulary and use the tile colors to help guide your next decision. You get 12 tries to guess the correct vocabulary! If you like learning Japanese and want to expand your vocabulary knowledge, you will enjoy kawaiiKotoba! kawaiiKotoba was inspired by "Kotobade Asobou". Please check it out as well and support its great creator! ## Key features - Daily vocabulary puzzles - Custom modes by JLPT level - Color-coded hint system - 12-try guess limit - Expand Japanese vocabulary ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | MarduKoins x2000 | $4.99 | one-time | | kawaiiKotoba Pro | $1.99 | one-time | | MarduKoins x800 | $2.99 | one-time | | MarduKoins x200 | $0.99 | one-time | | 200 MarduKoins | $0.99 | one-time | | 200 MarduKoins | $0.99 | one-time | | 800 MarduKoins | $1.99 | one-time | | 2000 MarduKoins | $3.99 | one-time | | 2000 MarduKoins | $2.99 | one-time | | 800 MarduKoins | $0.99 | one-time | ## Recent user reviews (1 of 1) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kawaiikotoba-japanese-puzzle/id1642075357/reviews.md ### 4/5 — Tricky as heck but kinda fun *2023-09-28* I have been learning Japanese for a few months through Kawaiiniihongo and I downloaded the beta for this game on test flight and was immediately interested. I find the daily puzzles very fun and I like how I can learn something new everyday, it makes me feel accomplished. Overall it is a good game but really tricky! ## Frequently asked questions about kawaiiKotoba ### What is the best way to start learning Japanese with kawaiiKotoba? kawaiiKotoba is designed for users who already know some Japanese words. For complete beginners, it is recommended to download the developer's other app, "kawaiiDungeon," to build a foundational vocabulary first. ### Does kawaiiKotoba have ads? Yes, kawaiiKotoba contains advertisements. These ads are present to support the development and free availability of the game. ### What are the different game modes in kawaiiKotoba? In addition to the daily puzzle, kawaiiKotoba offers custom modes. These modes allow you to practice vocabulary specifically separated by their JLPT (Japanese Language Proficiency Test) levels. ### How does the hint system in kawaiiKotoba work? When you guess a vocabulary word, the tile colors provide guidance for your next attempt. These color cues help you deduce the correct word within the 12-try limit. ### Is kawaiiKotoba suitable for all ages? kawaiiKotoba has an age rating of 4+. It is primarily targeted towards learners of Japanese who are looking to enhance their vocabulary. ### On which devices can I play kawaiiKotoba? kawaiiKotoba is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed for iOS devices. ### How often is kawaiiKotoba updated? The app was last updated on August 21, 2024, with version 1.0.12. This indicates regular maintenance and potential feature additions. ### What is the price of kawaiiKotoba? kawaiiKotoba is available for free. While the base game is free, it does include in-app purchases. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.0.12 — 2024-08-21 Riko takes a break from solving puzzles and takes care of some bugs instead! She is sure you will enjoy learning Japanese even more and it makes the experience better for everyone. For more news about the kawaiiKotoba universe, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @kawaiiNihongo or @kawaiiNihongoApp ### 1.0.10 — 2024-06-08 Riko takes a break from solving puzzles and takes care of some bugs instead! She is sure you will enjoy learning Japanese even more and it makes the experience better for everyone. For more news about the kawaiiKotoba universe, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @kawaiiNihongo or @kawaiiNihongoApp ### 1.0.9 — 2024-01-23 Riko takes a break from solving puzzles and takes care of some bugs instead! She is sure you will enjoy learning Japanese even more and it makes the experience better for everyone. For more news about the kawaiiKotoba universe, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @kawaiiNihongo or @kawaiiNihongoApp ### 1.0.5 — 2023-09-28 Riko takes a break from beating up MardukCorp goons and takes care of some bugs instead! She is sure you will enjoy learning Japanese even more and it makes the experience better for everyone. For more news about the kawaiiDungeon universe, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @kawaiiNihongo or @kawaiiNihongoApp ### 1.0.4 — 2023-08-01 Riko takes a break from solving puzzles and takes care of some bugs instead! She is sure you will enjoy learning Japanese even more and it makes the experience better for everyone. 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User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-07-26.*