# LissN — Listening News app for English

> Daily narrated business news for Business English learners. (iPhone/iPad app by NIKKEI INC..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lissn/id991262185 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [NIKKEI INC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/367309142)
- Category: Education, News
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 15 App Store ratings · 24 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 38 MB
- Languages: Japanese
- Released: 2015-06-21
- Data updated: 2026-08-23
- Monetization: subscription
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lissn/id991262185/reviews.md

## What is LissN?

Delivering 5 featured articles every weekday morning — in both Japanese and English —  straight from Nikkei’s top news sources to your iPhone. All articles are narrated in full by native English speakers from the United States and the United Kingdom. Supplement your listening practice with easy vocabulary lookup for words contained within each article. During your daily commute, get caught up on the latest news while brushing up your Business English.

No English Textbooks, Just Nikkei Business News

Whether it be in the form of an email, a meeting, or a business trip, English is a requirement for today’s businessman or woman. The real challenge is fitting in English study to an already busy day.

LissN delivers 5 articles to your device every morning, Monday thru Friday, that you can read at your convenience throughout the day. (3 articles on holidays.)

Gathering articles from across NIKKEI Inc.’s paid subscription media including NIKKEI ASIAN REVIEW, the LissN app provides an authoritative source for information written and edited by professionals. Read the news in both Japanese and English to acquire real world Business English skills.

Flat-rate Subscription Service

Users of this app will be able to view available content with a flat-rate subscription plan. 
A one month free trial is available to first time users.

About the free trial

You can receive a free one-month trial with full access to all content and features. After the trial period has ended, your paid subscription will automatically begin in order to ensure continous service without interruption. If you wish to use the free trial only and not continue with the paid subscription, please read “About canceling your subscription” below.

About the Basic plan
Monthly rate: 5.99 USD (including tax)
Time period: One month period beginning from day of subscription signup.

About the Unlimited plan
Monthly rate: 8.49 USD (including tax)
Time period: One month period beginning from day of subscription signup.

About payment

Your subscription fee will be charged to the iTunes account registered for the iOS device used with our service. Paid subscription begins within 24 hours after the end of the free trial period. If you wish to cancel your subscription, please cancel at least 24 hours before the free trial period ends or you will be charged for the following month.

About canceling your subscription

Subscription cancellation must be made at least 24 hours before the end of each one month period or you will be charged for the following month. If you wish to cancel your subscription, open the App Store and access your Apple ID (which can be found on the bottom of the Recommendations page). Tap “View Apple ID” and select "Payment Information” from the menu. From this page, you will be able to manage your subscription status.

Contact

If you experience any issues or would like to contact us for another reason, please use the the Contact form within the app.
(Select the gear icon from the left-side menu to access Settings and tap FAQ/Contact.)

ABOUT NIKKEI INC.

Nikkei Inc. is an Asia’s largest independent business media group, with a 135 year history and network of over 1,300 local and international reporters on the ground in 24 bureaus across Asia

Privacy Policy:  http://www.nikkei.com/info/privacy.html (Japanese Only)
Terms of Use:   https://school.nikkei.co.jp/special/lissn/app/terms-of-use.html (Japanese Only)

## Key features

- Daily featured articles
- Japanese and English versions
- Native English narration
- Vocabulary lookup
- Business English focus
- Free one-month trial

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Basic Plan 1 Month | $4.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Plan 1 Month | $8.49 | per month |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 24)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lissn/id991262185/reviews.md

### 1/5 — ベーシック登録なのに

*2026-07-04*

久しぶりに見たら、一回分しか見られず、それ以外を見ようとすると、有料ベーシック登録をするように迫ってきます。
仕方ないので解約しました

### 1/5 — Web版とは別課金

*2026-04-06*

Web版の有料会員なのにこちらはApple IDとしか紐付けられていないので別課金。二重課金なんかできません。

### 3/5 — まあまあ良い

*2026-02-27*

リスニング練習用にダウンロードしました。毎日違うニュースが聞けるので面白いです。ぜひ続けたいです。

改善の希望としては、メモ機能がちゃんと使えるようにしてほしいです。単語を長押しして正しくメモとして保存できるのは10回に1回くらい。それ以外はアプリが落ちるか、文字入力欄が出てきて消せないままになります。あとはメモに保存した単語の読み上げ機能があるとより便利だと思います。

### 1/5 — アプリが落ちる

*2025-06-21*

スマホのアプリがすぐ落ちる。なんとかしてください。

### 1/5 — イントネーションがひどい

*2025-04-06*

早送りで聞くと聞くに耐えないイントネーション。ネイティブが聞いたらどう思うのでしょう。他のポッドキャストニュースの早送りでは感じないひどさです

### 1/5 — ループ再生されません

*2025-03-26*

ループ再生にしているのに、都度次の記事に移った際再生ボタン押す必要があります。どうにかしてください

### 3/5 — レスポンスと質問が良くない。

*2024-06-22*

少し前にアプリのアップデートがあったが、それ以来、朝その日のニュースを開くのが遅くなつた。その前は、ホーム画面を下にスクロールすればすぐ開いたのに、なかなか開かなくなった。
　それから内容理解の質問があまり良くない。タイトルを見ればすぐ分かるような簡単過ぎるもの、反対に重箱の角を突くような、どうでもいいことに細かすぎるもの。もっと精査して欲しい。

### 1/5 — 機械音声

*2024-06-01*

機械音声で再生されているものがある(私が初日に聴いた時は4つとも)ので、聴いていて気持ち悪かった。

### 1/5 — 記事が自動で更新されない

*2024-05-28*

4月のアップデート以降、毎日の記事が自動で更新されなくなった。そのうち治るかなと待ってても一向に治らない。毎日アプリを落として再度立ち上げるという手間なことをしてる。

### 2/5 — アップデートしたら不便に

*2024-05-01*

通勤時などにバックグラウンド再生で聞いていましたが、今まで一つの記事が終わると自動で次の記事に進んでいたのに、アップデートしたら自動で進まなくなってしまいました。
不便になってしまったので、直らなければ解約しようと思います。
長年使っていただけに残念です。

## Frequently asked questions about LissN

### What is LissN's learning methodology?

LissN uses real-world business news articles from Nikkei to help users learn Business English. The app provides narration by native speakers and includes vocabulary lookup for words within the articles, focusing on practical application.

### How does LissN track user progress?

While LissN focuses on providing daily content for listening practice and vocabulary building, it does not explicitly mention features for tracking detailed user progress or providing certifications within the app description.

### What are the subscription tiers for LissN?

LissN offers a Basic Plan for $5.99/month and an Unlimited Plan for $8.49/month, both providing full access to content and features. A one-month free trial is available for first-time users.

### How do I cancel my LissN subscription?

To cancel your LissN subscription, you must do so at least 24 hours before the end of your current one-month period to avoid being charged for the next month. Cancellations are managed through your Apple ID in the App Store under Payment Information.

### Is LissN suitable for younger learners?

LissN has an age rating of 4+ and is designed for business professionals. While the content is news-based, the focus on business English may be more relevant for older learners or those in a professional context.

### How often is LissN updated?

The latest version of LissN is 4.1.0, and it was last updated on April 13, 2026. This indicates a history of regular updates to the application.

### What devices does LissN support?

LissN is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, making it accessible for a wide range of Apple users.

### Does LissN have ads?

No, LissN does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and offers its features through a subscription model.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.1.0 — 2026-04-13

Minor corrections have been made.

### 4.0.9 — 2025-03-26

Minor corrections have been made.

### 4.0.8 — 2024-12-03

Added Facebook account transfer function.

### 4.0.7 — 2024-10-15

Minor corrections were made.

### 4.0.6 — 2024-08-22

Added account transfer function

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