# Lirer: Learn Japanese — kana, Kanji, Vocabulary & jlpt

> Learn Japanese vocabulary, kana, kanji, and prepare for JLPT exams. (iPhone/iPad app by Bunpo Language Learning.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lirer-learn-japanese/id1520427633 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Bunpo Language Learning](https://appshunter.io/developer/1279720051)
- Category: Education, Reference
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 654 App Store ratings · 160 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 109 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2020-11-10
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lirer-learn-japanese/id1520427633/reviews.md

## What is Lirer?

Learn Japanese words the fast way with Lirer.


On Lirer you can:
* Learn Japanese words from basics to JLPT N1 level.
* Practice Japanese Alphabets (Hiragana and Katakana)
* Listen to thousands of audio files voiced by native speakers
* Search through the Japanese words dictionary.
* Enhance your studying with a personalized review.

WHAT’S INCLUDED
* Explanation and exercises for all the Japanese words of JLPT N5, JLPT N4, JLPT N3, JLPT N2, JLPT N1.
* Japanese Alphabets quiz.
* Audio voiced by professional native speakers.
* Lessons created by Japanese teachers and writers.

SUBSCRIPTION PRICING AND TERMS

SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS
Lirer offers an auto-renewing monthly subscription at $6.99/month and an auto-renewing yearly subscription at $19.99/year to provide you with unlimited access to the Lirer courses while you maintain an active subscription. Lirer also offers a Lifetime subscription for $29.99 which is paid for by a one-off upfront payment with unlimited access to the Lirer courses forever.

Payment will be charged to the credit card connected to your iTunes Account when you confirm the initial subscription purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current subscription period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and the cost of the renewal will be identified. You may manage your subscription and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to your Account Settings after the purchase. 

Read about our privacy&terms here - 
https://getbunpo.com/privacy.html

Have a feedback? Contact us to
iphone@bunpo.app

## Key features

- Learn Japanese words up to JLPT N1
- Practice Hiragana and Katakana
- Native speaker audio files
- Searchable Japanese dictionary
- Personalized review system
- JLPT level-specific lessons

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lirer Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Lirer Yearly | $34.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lirer Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Lirer?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Great for vocabulary learning
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Good teaching style
- 👍 Helpful for beginners
- 👍 Useful for JLPT preparation

**Cons**

- 🐛 Bugs and technical issues
- 🔒 Lack of support for paid subscribers
- 💡 Need for better spaced repetition
- 💡 Desire for more practice questions
- 💡 Lack of audio playback for wrong answers

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Lessons freezing or crashing
- Answer choices not showing up
- Incorrect answers being marked as correct
- Review words disappearing from the list
- Forced to start from lesson 1 after update

**Most requested features**

- Option to disable vibration feedback
- Ability to review words on demand
- More detailed kanji breakdowns
- Improved review algorithm and progress tracking
- Integration with other apps like Bunpo

## Recent user reviews (10 of 160)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lirer-learn-japanese/id1520427633/reviews.md

### 1/5 — This app feels like is still in beta

*2026-07-11*

I’ve wanted to like this app for a while since I’ve enjoyed their Bunpo app, but this app has so many poor UI choices, incredibly narrow input options, and the inability to smoothly get practices in due to these choices. It’s a fine app, but just be prepared to deal with, in my opinion, an incomplete application that already appears to be on maintenance mode. For a paid app of this price, it’s a little ridiculous

### 1/5 — Payed

*2026-05-05, version 2.6.1*

Payed for the full version a while back and not it is all locked behind a subscription.

### 4/5 — Really good, just wish for one fix

*2026-03-12, version 2.6.1*

I love this app, for the clean design and good amount of vocab to practice. I do wish that when you got the vocab wrong it would also play the audio for how it sounds too. Especially since it has kanji, so I can’t really sound the word out without the furigana to know what it was. If there was  a setting to play audio on the incorrect answers to this would be perfect!

### 1/5 — Crash

*2026-01-28*

App crashes after trying to review words. No replies from dev’s support either.

### 2/5 — Good app but don’t expect support

*2026-01-24*

App serves its function as a vocabulary learning tool but for having a subscription, I expect more. When inquiring about a technical issue, was informed “Regarding technical support, we regrettably must inform you that service for Lirer is now limited to subscription-related issues at this time. The app may continue to be used as-is.” which is very concerning. If one is paying money as a subscription service, one would expect a system of continuous improvement to the experience or you might as well just pay once and be done. I don’t know the reason for why they can’t address technical issues but to the developers…please do better in this regard as the app is far from perfect. It will sometimes give you a definition to focus on and then in the example sentences, use another multiple times, the lesson quizzes may freeze up, review quizzes may slow to a crawl leading to wrong input on the following question while waiting for the screen to move on, etc… Overall, it is a good learning tool but I don’t expect it to be great in the long run if unwilling to support technical issues.

### 5/5 — Very good

*2025-12-20, version 2.6.1*

This app is super underrated. Very good

### 5/5 — 🫡good one

*2025-12-10*

Super

### 4/5 — すごい！

*2025-11-05*

This app is surprisingly helpful even without a subscription! It’s super easy to use the app, and it teaches you in good detail. This app really helped me learn some basic Japanese. Not life-changing fluency, but it’s achieves really amazing results, especially if you pair it with learning Japanese on another app. Anyway, if you’re sat here thinking about whether or not to get the app, do! Try it out, it’s free and you have nothing to lose. It’ll help you master some basics.

### 5/5 — it’s a great app but…

*2025-10-30*

it is truly a good app, i just wish we wouldn’t have to pay to learn better

### 1/5 — App no loner works

*2025-10-27, version 2.6.0*

I purchased this a few years ago but the app crashes a few seconds after showing the loading screen and no loner works.

## Frequently asked questions about Lirer

### What does Lirer teach?

Lirer helps you learn Japanese words from basic levels up to JLPT N1. It covers Japanese alphabets like Hiragana and Katakana, and provides lessons created by Japanese teachers and writers. You can also search through a Japanese words dictionary and enhance your studies with personalized reviews.

### What are the key features of Lirer?

Key features include lessons for all JLPT levels (N5 to N1), practice for Japanese alphabets with quizzes, thousands of audio files voiced by native speakers, and a personalized review system. The app also includes a searchable Japanese words dictionary.

### How much does Lirer cost?

Lirer offers a monthly subscription for $6.99/month, a yearly subscription for $19.99/year, and a lifetime subscription for a one-off payment of $29.99. These subscriptions provide unlimited access to the courses.

### What devices is Lirer compatible with?

Based on the subscription details mentioning iTunes Account, the app is likely compatible with iOS devices. Specific compatibility details beyond this are not provided in the description.

### Who is Lirer best suited for?

Lirer is ideal for anyone wanting to learn Japanese, from absolute beginners to advanced learners preparing for the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT). Its comprehensive approach makes it suitable for structured learning and exam preparation.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.6.1 — 2025-10-28

iPad bug fix

### 2.6.0 — 2025-10-15

bug fix

### 2.5.0 — 2024-09-12

bug fix and performance improvement!

### 2.4.0 — 2024-08-22

bug fixed
performance improved

### 2.3.0 — 2024-08-07

This update brings bug fixes and performance improvements.

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