# MochiNyan Japanese - JLPT — Kanji·Vocab·Grammar·Listening

> Learn Japanese vocabulary, grammar, and listening skills with spaced repetition and context-based learning. (iPhone/iPad app by WON CHEOL KIM.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mochinyan-japanese-jlpt/id6774024752 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [WON CHEOL KIM](https://appshunter.io/developer/1180367217)
- Category: Education
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 187 MB
- Languages: American English, Korean
- Released: 2026-06-07
- Data updated: 2026-08-24
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mochinyan-japanese-jlpt/id6774024752/reviews.md

## What is MochiNyan Japanese?

You know the Japanese. Now make it come out when it counts.
The right answer on the JLPT. The right words on your trip.
A little every day with Mochinyan, and vocabulary, kanji, and listening start to stick.
  
  [JLPT prep that moves your score]
  • Vocabulary, grammar, reading, and listening for N5 through N1, all in one app
  • 20,000 questions so no question type catches you off guard
  • Missed it? It goes to your review notes. Mixed it up? It comes back until it sticks.
  • Mock exams and progress tracking show you exactly where to focus

  [Kanji you can actually read]
  • Learn shape, sound, and meaning together
  • See every kanji in real words and example sentences
  • Compare look-alikes side by side until they stop blurring together

  [Japanese that's ready when you travel]
  • Phrases people really use at cafés, restaurants, stations, and convenience stores
  • Ordering, paying, asking for directions: the essentials first
  • A phrase of the day picked for where you are and today's weather
  • Listen to the pronunciation and say it out loud
  • Widgets keep it in front of you, so it's there when you need it
  
  [Learning that lasts]
  • 9,500 illustrated Mochinyan cards turn words into pictures you remember
  • Just tap "Not sure" or "Got it" and the app schedules your reviews
  • 5 questions a day with spaced repetition, so it's easy to keep going
  • Passive listening mode for your commute

  Today's phrase, used on your trip.
  Today's question, answered on the JLPT.
  Today's kanji, read without thinking.
 
Mochinyan · by NyanNyanVoca

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Privacy Policy: https://devplaynew.github.io/devplaynew-privacy-policy/mochinyan

## Key features

- JLPT N5-N1 preparation
- Real audio for listening practice
- Spaced repetition learning
- Contextualized vocabulary learning
- Daily challenges and rewards
- Home screen widgets

## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mochinyan-japanese-jlpt/id6774024752/reviews.md

### 5/5 — 모찌냥단어장

*2026-08-01*

모찌냥 단어장 점수가 계속 빵점인데 히는 방법을 모르겠어요 ㅠㅠ

### 5/5 — 일본어 공부에 최적이네요

*2026-07-06*

모찌냥 너무 귀여워요

### 5/5 — 공부하기 진짜 좋은 앱!

*2026-07-04*

일본어를 독학하면서 여러 어플을 사용해 봤는데, 모찌냥은 꾸준히 공부하기 좋은 어플이라고 생각합니다.
특히 단어와 표현을 반복해서 복습할 수 있는 시스템이 잘 되어 있어서 외운 내용을 오래 기억하는 데 도움이 됩니다. 공부해야 할 양도 부담스럽지 않아서 출퇴근 시간이나 잠깐의 쉬는 시간에도 가볍게 학습할 수 있었어요.
무엇보다 귀여운 캐릭터와 깔끔한 UI 덕분에 공부가 지루하지 않고, ‘오늘도 조금만 더 해볼까?’ 하는 마음이 들게 만드는 점이 가장 마음에 들었습니다.
저처럼 일본 여행을 준비하거나 일본인과 간단한 회화를 목표로 하는 분들에게 특히 추천하고 싶습니다. 앞으로도 회화 표현이나 여행 일본어 콘텐츠가 더 많이 추가된다면 더욱 완벽한 일본어 학습 앱이 될 것 같습니다. 좋은 앱 만들어 주셔서 감사합니다!

## Frequently asked questions about MochiNyan Japanese

### What JLPT levels does MochiNyan cover?

MochiNyan covers all JLPT levels from N5 to N1, offering thousands of questions across vocabulary, grammar, reading, and listening sections.

### How does MochiNyan help with memorization?

MochiNyan uses spaced repetition to bring words back just before you forget them, making learning stick naturally without forced memorization. It also offers wrong-answer notes for focused review.

### Can I learn Japanese with MochiNyan without memorizing?

Yes, the app's philosophy is to learn naturally through everyday contexts and spaced repetition, rather than rote memorization. It aims for words to stick on their own.

### Does MochiNyan offer offline access?

The provided data does not specify offline access. However, features like home screen widgets suggest some functionality may be available without opening the app.

### What is the learning methodology in MochiNyan?

MochiNyan uses a two-pass learning system: first seeing images, pronunciation, and example sentences, then recalling the word alone. It also adapts content based on your surroundings and weather.

### How often is MochiNyan updated?

The latest version was released on 2026-07-04, indicating recent development activity. The app is currently at version 0.0.5.

### Is MochiNyan suitable for beginners?

Yes, MochiNyan covers all JLPT levels, including N5 which is the beginner level, and focuses on natural learning through everyday contexts.

### What devices does MochiNyan support?

MochiNyan currently supports iPhones, as indicated by the 'iphone' under supported devices.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 0.1.0 — 2026-08-23

• Rebuilt home — one lap a day through your level
• Reviews in one place, mastered words graduate
• Start with a 5-question level check
• Free JLPT questions, misses go to your notes
• Widget quiz, new Record tab, bug fixes

### 0.0.13 — 2026-08-19

· Level check added at first launch
· Mochinyan suggests what to study today
· Card tips while your wordbook opens
· Polished stats, attendance, and quiz choices

### 0.0.12 — 2026-08-16

• Study — one button runs today's course
• Preview today's steps before you start
• Unlock stages of 50 words at a time
• See free question counts per JLPT level
• Mochinyan's Room widget — today's words on your home screen
• Shop — spend Mochi on Mochinyan motions

### 0.0.11 — 2026-08-09

Redesigned Home Screen widgets.

### 0.0.10 — 2026-08-06

• Refreshed word & phrase quizzes
• New writing mode
• New grammar drills
• Better kanji & basics tracing
• Mochi Shop is open 
• Share your MochiNyan card

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-24.*
