Mimi: Learn Japanese
Immersion: Anime, Vlogs & More
About
Learn Japanese through real-world video clips, from anime to news. This app matches content to your JLPT level, offering natural listening practice. Unlock advanced features like live transcripts and tap-to-translate with a Pro subscription.
What's New in Mimi
1.6
October 22, 2026
Captions rebuilt from the ground up. Every clip was re-transcribed by three speech models that vote on every line, retranslated, and checked line by line, so you hear what you read. A new reader card: the sentence being spoken as one card, with reading, meaning and a lit English translation that follows the voice. Tap the expand glyph for a bigger picture. Flashcards that remember where you heard the word: the clip's picture, the sentence, and the meaning on reveal. Explore now lists the whole catalogue, 6,000 clips across anime, vlogs, cooking, news, travel, kids, gaming and business. Quieter sessions: no more pop-up after every clip.
MoreSubscriptions & In-App Purchases
Mimi Pro Monthly
Live transcript, translation, word cards, practice.
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FAQ
How does Mimi teach Japanese?
Mimi teaches Japanese by using short clips from real videos like anime, vlogs, and news. The content is matched to your JLPT level, aiming for about 85-90% comprehension to help you learn naturally.
What is Mimi Pro?
Mimi Pro is a subscription that unlocks advanced features. These include a live transcript that follows spoken words, English translations, tap-to-translate word meanings, and the ability to save words for flashcard practice.
How much does Mimi Pro cost?
Mimi Pro offers two subscription plans: monthly at $9.99 per month and yearly at $49.99 per year. Prices may vary by country. The yearly plan includes a 7-day free trial for new subscribers.
Can I try Mimi Pro for free?
Yes, new subscribers to the yearly Mimi Pro plan can enjoy a 7-day free trial. The monthly plan does not include a trial period.
Does Mimi have ads?
No, Mimi is ad-free. The app focuses on providing an uninterrupted learning experience without advertisements.
What devices does Mimi support?
Currently, Mimi is supported on iPhone devices. Future platform support may be announced by the developer.
How often is Mimi updated?
Mimi was last updated on October 5, 2026, with version 1.0. Further updates will be released by the developer to improve features and content.
Is Mimi suitable for beginners?
Yes, Mimi is suitable for beginners as clips are matched to your JLPT level, starting from N5. The app provides furigana, romaji, and English under each word to assist with reading.
