# Kotoba - Learn Japanese — Fun Japanese vocabulary

> Fun Japanese vocabulary (iPhone/iPad app by Starcrown Inc.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kotoba-learn-japanese/id6761695584 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Starcrown Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1082624152)
- Category: Education
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 43 MB
- Languages: American English, Danish, French (France), German (Germany), Japanese, Korean, Brazilian Portuguese, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish
- Released: 2026-04-07
- Data updated: 2026-08-31
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kotoba-learn-japanese/id6761695584/reviews.md

## What is Kotoba?

Kotoba makes learning Japanese fun for kids aged 3-6!

Meet Kota, your friendly Shiba Inu guide who helps children discover Japanese words through play. Tap any word to hear it spoken clearly, then test what you've learned in Quiz Mode or Listening Quiz.

FEATURES:
- 15 categories with 240+ words: Animals, Colors, Food, Numbers (1-20), Greetings, Family, Body, Weather, Shapes, Clothes, Vehicles, Nature, Places, Actions, and Feelings
- Tap to Listen: hear every word pronounced clearly by a native voice with romaji reading aids
- Quiz Mode: fun 4-choice quizzes with instant feedback
- Listening Quiz: hear the word and pick the right answer
- Review Mode: practice the words you got wrong
- Daily Goal: learn 5 new words every day
- Streak Tracking: keep your learning momentum going
- Cute Shiba Inu mascot Kota cheers kids on as they learn
- 3D Pixar-style illustrations for every word
- Designed for bilingual and multicultural families
- No ads — safe and simple for little fingers

Whether your child is growing up in a bilingual household, preparing for a trip to Japan, or simply curious about a new language, Kotoba is the perfect first step. The bright illustrations and playful interactions keep kids engaged while building real vocabulary.

Kotoba is designed with love for hafu and bilingual families around the world.

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Kotoba Premium | $3.99 | one-time |



## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.10.24 — 2026-08-20

The purchase screen and description now clearly show the free 5 categories and 93 words, plus the 12 additional categories and 191 words unlocked by Kotoba Pro.

### 1.10.23 — 2026-08-10

Improved restore outcomes and localized purchase errors.

### 1.10.22 — 2026-08-09

Improved purchase restore coordination and the Kotoba Pro purchase flow.

### 1.10.21 — 2026-08-08

Improved Tip Jar purchase feedback and restore handling.

### 1.10.20 — 2026-08-02

Improved Pro product loading reliability and refreshed Pro status when returning to the app.

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