# Nihonfren: Learn Japanese — Kana, Kanji, Vocab & Grammar

> Kana, Kanji, Vocab & Grammar (iPhone/iPad app by Moaz Hasan.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nihonfren-learn-japanese/id6772611361 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Moaz Hasan](https://appshunter.io/developer/6772611035)
- Category: Education, Productivity
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 66 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-05-30
- Data updated: 2026-07-20
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nihonfren-learn-japanese/id6772611361/reviews.md

## What is Nihonfren?

Streaks are fun. But real progress comes from studying daily with a clear goal and a structured path.

Nihonfren helps you learn Japanese from Hiragana to JLPT N1 with SRS flashcards, kanji practice, vocabulary, and grammar lessons designed to keep you moving forward.

Practice writing characters.
Build vocabulary directly from the kanji you learn.
Master kanji with mnemonics and component breakdowns.
Do not just memorize sentences. Understand the grammar behind them.

FEATURES

• Hiragana and Katakana with writing practice
• 2,136 kanji organized by JLPT level
• 8,000+ vocabulary words with readings and meanings
• 826 grammar points from N5 to N1
• SRS flashcards focused on long-term retention
• Offline learning support
• No account required to start learning

BUILT FOR REAL GOALS

• Planning a trip to Japan?
Learn practical Japanese you can actually use while traveling in Japan.

• Preparing for the JLPT?
Follow a structured learning path designed around JLPT levels and stay consistent with daily progress.

• Want to understand Japanese content?
Build your vocabulary and kanji step by step so you can read manga, signs, games, and everyday Japanese, or watch anime with less reliance on subtitles.

WHY NIHONFREN

• Follow a clear learning path from beginner level to JLPT N1
• Set a target exam date and study at a pace built around your goal
• Learn faster with spaced repetition focused on what you forget
• Review old lessons anytime without losing your progress
• Search by Japanese, romaji, or English
• Track streaks, progress, and study statistics
• Study offline and sync when back online

LEARN JAPANESE FASTER

Difficult cards appear more often. Easy cards appear less frequently. Nihonfren's spaced repetition system focuses your study time on what actually needs work, helping you retain more while wasting less time on unnecessary reviews.

MAKE KANJI EASIER

Kanji becomes far less intimidating when broken down into smaller parts. Learn meanings, readings, stroke order, radicals, and components with mnemonics designed to make characters easier to remember.

PRACTICE THAT STICKS

• Multiple choice quizzes
• Typing practice
• Drawing practice
• Match-pairs games
• Instant feedback on every answer

Start free with core lessons and reviews. Upgrade to Pro for unlimited learning, the full vocabulary and grammar library, complete kanji breakdowns, stroke guides, memory tips, and advanced statistics.

Download Nihonfren and start learning Japanese the right way.
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Terms of Use: https://nihonfren.com/terms
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## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Nihonfren Pro Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Nihonfren Pro Yearly | $39.99 | per year |



## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.5.2 — 2026-07-17

Stats now has a weekly activity calendar and heatmap. Fren also fixed some minor bugs and improved the UX.
Plus ultra! O(≧▽≦)O

### 1.5.0 — 2026-07-03

Introducing Ki (気): No more daily limit to the number of lessons! Now you can learn as much as you want with Ki. Wrong answers spend your Ki, but it refills over time or when you watch a quick ad.
Focus mode is now Zen (禅), to help you lock in harder.
Fren also slashed some bugs and improved the UX.
Plus ultra! O(≧▽≦)O

### 1.4.8 — 2026-06-13

Introducing Kintsugi: Fren can now save your streak with the Gold Shield. Smarter reminders, plus Kanji and word of the day. Fren also slashed some bugs and improved the UX.
Plus ultra! O(≧▽≦)O

### 1.4.7 — 2026-05-30

No release notes.

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