# Let's Write Kanji! — A fast-paced Kanji game

> Fast-paced Kanji quiz game for learning Japanese characters. (iPhone/iPad app by telethon k.k..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lets-write-kanji/id983099156 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [telethon k.k.](https://appshunter.io/developer/699508003)
- Category: Games, Education, Puzzle, Word
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 8 App Store ratings · 9 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.7 · 68 MB
- Languages: American English, Japanese
- Released: 2015-06-26
- Data updated: 2026-08-16
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lets-write-kanji/id983099156/reviews.md

## What is Let's Write Kanji!?

Let's Write Kanji is a fast-paced quiz that helps you study Japanese characters in a fun and playful way.

Test your Kanji knowledge against all the Kanji required for the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) levels N5 to N1 or follow the steps of Japanese schoolchildren and study Kanji from the first grade of elementary school all the way through high school. 
Keep track of your progress and find gaps in your knowledge through detailed statistics. If you get stuck, help is always available - from subtle hints to full-fledged animations with the correct stroke order. 
Feeling confident about your Kanji skills? Let's see how long you can hold up against the computer in the frantic death-match mode.

Improve your Kanji knowledge, master new characters, and become a true Kanji master - Let's Write Kanji!

## Key features

- JLPT N5-N1 coverage
- Elementary to high school curriculum
- Progress tracking and statistics
- Stroke order animations
- Death-match mode
- Hints for difficult Kanji

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock all Levels | $4.99 | one-time |
| Elementary School Kanji | $1.99 | one-time |
| Secondary School Kanji | $1.99 | one-time |
| JLPT | $1.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (9 of 9)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lets-write-kanji/id983099156/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Really wanted to give it a shot…

*2023-02-23*

I love the core concept of this app but there are some deal-breakers that have stopped me from purchasing it. They’re simple enough to fix so I hope the developer responds: 

1. Will I still get ads after I unlock the full app? If yes, bye bye. If no, why haven’t you mentioned it clearly? 

2. How many words does the app have in its repertoire? I need to know the number of individual words I’ll be tested on and learn since the same kanji could be used in scores of words. 

3. Why impose a compulsory time limit? I’m sure some people enjoy doing things under pressure but I find it distracting. Give us an unlimited time option. Language learning is not a competition, I don’t care for things like death matches or leaderboards but would love to test my knowledge without unnecessary distractions. The people who like those things will lose nothing if you remove the time limit for those who prefer a more relaxed learning environment.

### 4/5 — иероглифы не соответствуют градации

*2021-02-19, version 1.1.7*

Во вкладке иероглифов N3 много иероглифов из N2. Не хватает русского языка и просто отработки иероглифов не на время. А так, приложение супер!

### 1/5 — words / sentences don’t always show up

*2019-08-21*

I’ve had this app for a short time and already MANY words or sentences simply haven’t shown up during the practice sessions. I can’t practice if my question / prompt never shows up. This is even more unacceptable because this app is essentially a race against a computer. (One final, albeit petty, thought: kanji like 一、二、人、etc. shouldn’t be included in a race, because it’s quite literally impossible to process and react on the information faster than the computer in the case of such simple kanji.) Unfortunately, I would not recommend this app, as my expectations were much higher than the quality I experienced.

### 5/5 — Great Drills

*2019-05-25*

I got this app while studying for JLPTN4. My memory for writing kanji has gotten better and there are partial to complete prompts for writing the ones you don’t know. They are also presented in sentences with furigana readings which gives you context and extra vocabulary.After you time out you can replay what your response looked like. My only criticism is there is one kanji that isn’t accepted by the drawing pad even when I trace the prompt. I have another kanji app that I have used for a while that is good, but this one definitely provides learning in a fun and exciting way.

### 3/5 — It’s ok.

*2019-05-19*

Good for practicing kanji you already learned, but the timer makes it hard for learning new kanji.

### 5/5 — Very good app

*2018-08-05*

I love this app, it is easy to use.

### 4/5 — Good, please allow no timer!

*2018-02-18*

This app seems good, but please add the ability to disable the timer. Also, can you add furigana for all the kanji in the word or sentence above? Thanks

### 4/5 — Nice app!

*2015-10-12, version 1.0.1*

But after getting the result of each quiz, it just shuts down. Plz, fix it.

### 4/5 — Awesome app!

*2015-07-15*

This app is really great! 
I only had a problem with one thing: The app never allows me to write "子" no matter what order you write it, even after pressing help.

## Frequently asked questions about Let's Write Kanji!

### What levels of Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) does Let's Write Kanji! cover?

Let's Write Kanji! covers all Kanji required for the JLPT levels N5 to N1, providing comprehensive preparation for the exam.

### Can I learn Kanji from the Japanese school curriculum with Let's Write Kanji!?

Yes, you can follow the steps of Japanese schoolchildren and study Kanji from the first grade of elementary school through high school.

### Does Let's Write Kanji! offer help if I get stuck on a Kanji?

Yes, help is always available, ranging from subtle hints to full animations showing the correct stroke order for each Kanji.

### What game modes are available in Let's Write Kanji!?

In addition to the main quiz, Let's Write Kanji! features a 'death-match' mode where you can compete against the computer to test your skills.

### How does Let's Write Kanji! track my learning progress?

The game provides detailed statistics to help you keep track of your progress and identify any gaps in your Kanji knowledge.

### Is Let's Write Kanji! available on Android devices?

Based on the provided data, Let's Write Kanji! is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, but Android compatibility is not specified.

### Does Let's Write Kanji! have ads?

Yes, Let's Write Kanji! contains advertisements.

### What is the age rating for Let's Write Kanji!?

Let's Write Kanji! has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2.1 — 2022-06-02

bug fixes and performance improvements

### 1.2.0 — 2022-03-03

- iOS15 compatibility
- gameplay duration is now user-adjustable
- support for dark mode
- bug fixes and performance improvements

### 1.1.8 — 2021-04-29

- bug fixes & performance improvements

### 1.1.7 — 2021-01-28

- bug fixes and performance improvements

### 1.1.6 — 2020-10-08

- support for iOS 14
- bug fixes and performance improvements

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