Nihongo Lessons

Nihongo Lessons

Learn Japanese Vocab & Grammar

126 ratings
33 reviews
Free
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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • December 1, 2022
  • April 12, 2026

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About

This app helps learners of all levels achieve Japanese fluency. It uses a flashcard format to teach vocabulary, grammar, and writing systems, with advanced spaced repetition for effective retention. Content is sourced from real manga for advanced learners.

Learn Hiragana and Katakana
7000+ handcrafted sentences
Professional voice actor audio
Advanced Spaced Repetition System (SRS)
Vocabulary and grammar from manga
Flashcard learning format
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What's New in Nihongo Lessons

1.4.10

April 12, 2026

Updates to onboarding.

Subscription plans

All Access Monthly

Access to all content in Nihongo Lessons.

$4.991 Month
7 Days trial
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In-App Purchases

$119.99

Beginner Deck

Unlocks the Beginner deck.

Events

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User reviews

Great app but still needs a few QOL improvements

I’m learning a lot and the format is well structured. The app needs notifications and a way to add your own notecards for review.
Would still highly recommend over Duolingo.

Great app

It’s a great app to learn Japanese.

Learning to be the best

I appreciate how the app tailors its lesson to my goals. Based on how people actually learn to speak, the curriculum draws from real life material and past lessons I’ve mastered, so I never feel like it’s useless pedantry. More intense and serious than Duolingo, it has set me on my goal to read all of Harry Potter in 日本語! Nice work! 素晴らしいアプリ!
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It’s great but, ¥50,000??

I really wanted to practice more on the levels but when it was thinking about unlocking the other parts I got hit with
20,000円 to unlock each section, and a hope crushing 50,000 for a full unlock of all cards. I get that there was a lot of hard work out into the app but god damn. I can’t even afford $345 for food much less on the app.
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Omgg!!! It’s SOOO expensive for more days to unlock!!!

When I finished my first section, I pressed the unlock button on the next section and it says it cost $100?!?! For an app that is hella crazy!

Other than that the first section is good, maybe like the dictionary, maybe add the meaning for some of the words and why they are there?

Response from developer

Nothing to announce right now on the pricing, but I've heard the feedback and am working on something! Not sure I totally understand your second comment. If you want to elaborate, feel free to reach out to me at chris@nihongo-app.com!

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FAQ

What does Nihongo Lessons teach?

Nihongo Lessons teaches Japanese vocabulary, grammar, and writing systems. It covers learning the alphabets hiragana and katakana, building vocabulary, and understanding grammar fundamentals. For advanced learners, it offers content derived from real manga to fill knowledge gaps.

How does the app help with learning?

The app utilizes a flashcard format, presenting one new sentence per card that introduces a single new word, grammar point, or concept. It also incorporates Advanced Spaced Repetition (SRS) for long-term retention and features audio spoken by a professional voice actor.

Is this app suitable for beginners?

Yes, the app is designed for all levels. Beginners will start with learning hiragana and katakana, then progress to building vocabulary and grammar fundamentals. The flashcard system ensures a steady learning pace without overwhelming the user.

What are the advanced learning features?

For intermediate and advanced learners, the app offers content to efficiently improve grammar, vocabulary, and listening skills. It includes vocabulary and grammar pulled directly from real manga, making it ideal for those studying for JLPT N1 or engaging with native content.

What is the cost of Nihongo Lessons?

The application is free to download and use, with in-app purchases available. Specific details on the cost of in-app purchases for unlocking additional content or features are not provided in the description.