# Manana Japanese — JLPT Vocabulary Starter

> JLPT Vocabulary Starter (iPhone/iPad app by JOOHEON LEE.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/manana-japanese/id6764200367 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [JOOHEON LEE](https://appshunter.io/developer/1895682452)
- Category: Education, Reference
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 213 MB
- Languages: American English, Japanese, Korean
- Released: 2026-05-04
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/manana-japanese/id6764200367/reviews.md

## What is Manana Japanese?

- Includes 20,000 Japanese words and 9,200 JLPT words
- Study again just before you forget with FSRS-based smart review
- Beta support for importing Anki decks
- Tap kanji inside words to see detailed analysis instantly
- Learn vocabulary, kanji, grammar, and reading in one connected flow
- Supports offline learning, dark mode, and learning sync across iPhone and iPad

Learn Japanese without letting everything feel scattered.

Manana Japanese is a Japanese learning app that connects vocabulary, kanji, grammar, reading, and review.
Review words before you forget them, check unfamiliar kanji instantly, and meet the expressions you learned again in reading passages.

Key Features

- JLPT N5–N1 vocabulary, kanji, and grammar learning
- 20,000 Japanese words and 9,200 JLPT words included
- FSRS-based smart review
- Beta support for importing Anki decks
- Study and review imported Anki decks
- Instantly view kanji inside words
- Check kunyomi, onyomi, and similar kanji
- Korean and English meanings and example sentences
- Verb and adjective conjugation
- Reading content by level
- Furigana and translation display
- Offline learning
- Sync learning across iPhone and iPad
- Bookmarks and custom word lists
- Integrated search
- Dark mode
- App language support for Korean, English, and Japanese

A little every day, without scattering your learning.
Start your own Japanese learning routine with Manana Japanese.

Terms of Use / EULA:
https://en.mananasystem.com/terms/

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Manana Premium (Monthly) | $4.99 | per month |
| Manana Premium (Annual) | $39.99 | per year |
| Manana Premium (Monthly) | $6.99 | per month |
| Manana Premium (Annual) | $59.99 | per year |



## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.25.0 — 2026-08-24

- Improved the learning flow so new users can start studying more easily.
- Improved the accuracy of basic lesson progress tracking.
- Improved question generation and stability in Grammar Speed Quiz.

### 1.24.0 — 2026-08-20

- Added a flashcard settings screen for more convenient study customization.
- Added example-sentence questions to Speed Quiz.
- Improved the usability of the study home screen.

### 1.23.0 — 2026-08-14

- Added personalized review guidance and easier access to review management.
- Improved the study home and search experience to help you find learning materials more quickly.
- Added a preview of major topics in Japan Trends with direct access to Trend Summary.
- Improved app stability and usability.

### 1.22.2 — 2026-08-10

- Improved guidance for tapping kanji and using gestures in flashcards.
- Improved app stability and usability.

### 1.22.1 — 2026-08-07

- Improved app stability and fixed minor issues.

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