Disappointing.
Response from developer
It seems that you downloaded this app under a misunderstanding. This app is not for practicing kanji, but for copying the Heart Sutra. It is very disheartening to receive a low rating because of your mistake.

Engage in a meditative Japanese tradition by tracing sutra characters on your smartphone. This app offers a user-friendly interface, automatic character advancement, and pronunciation guides to promote relaxation, focus, and a sense of accomplishment.
3.1
March 12, 2026
Improved brush movement.
It seems that you downloaded this app under a misunderstanding. This app is not for practicing kanji, but for copying the Heart Sutra. It is very disheartening to receive a low rating because of your mistake.
Mind Sutra is a paid app that allows users to practice "Shakyo," a 1,000-year-old Japanese meditative tradition of tracing sutra characters. It's designed to promote deep relaxation, boost concentration, and offer a mental detox.
Completing the Heart Sutra in Mind Sutra typically takes about 15-30 minutes per session. This makes it an ideal length for daily meditation or a refreshing mental break.
No, Mind Sutra does not contain advertisements. As a paid application, it offers an uninterrupted experience focused on your meditative practice.
Mind Sutra is available for iPhone and iPad devices. It is designed to optimize the sutra copying experience on these platforms.
Yes, Mind Sutra includes a "Modern Translation" feature that provides a Japanese translation in modern vernacular. This allows you to engage more profoundly by understanding the meaning and teachings within the Heart Sutra.
Mind Sutra is beginner-friendly, featuring "Full Furigana (Pronunciation Guide)" for all Kanji characters. This helps users read and trace smoothly without getting stuck on difficult characters or old forms.
By carefully tracing each character, Mind Sutra helps distractions fade, guiding you to focused awareness. The automatic character advance feature also helps users get into a rhythm and immerse themselves in the calming activity.
Mind Sutra was last updated on March 12, 2026, with version 3.1. The app was initially released on July 8, 2020.