# Nihongo Manabi

> Nihongo Manabi (iPhone/iPad app by Chuang Lung Chien.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nihongo-manabi/id6760352124 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Chuang Lung Chien](https://appshunter.io/developer/1884049083)
- Category: Education, Reference
- Price: Free (on sale, was $0.99)
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 16.4 · 47 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-03-15
- Data updated: 2026-08-17
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nihongo-manabi/id6760352124/reviews.md

## What is Nihongo Manabi?

Want to learn Japanese but afraid to speak?

  Nihongo Manabi gives you an AI tutor that's available 24/7 to practice with - no need to find a Japanese friend, no language exchange queue, no fear of being judged.

  [Why learners pick Nihongo Manabi]

  AI Tutor - always on
  Practice ordering ramen, navigating Shinjuku station, business introductions, or any scenario. AI corrects your mistakes instantly and explains in your language.

  JLPT mock exam + AI explanations
  Five levels (N5 to N1). When you get a question wrong, an AI explains the grammar point in your native language. Better than a cram school.

  Watch & Learn (NEW)
  80+ short teaching videos right in the app, vertical TikTok-style scroll. Anime catchphrase breakdowns, traveler phrases, JLPT grammar, kana drills - new content daily.

  Pronunciation Scoring (NEW)
  Tap the microphone on any phrase, say it aloud, get an instant A/B/C/D/F grade plus a transcript of what your iPhone heard. On-device speech recognition - your audio never leaves your phone.

  Camera Translate (NEW)
  Point at any Japanese sign, menu, or station board. The AI reads the kanji, translates, and extracts 3-5 key vocabulary words. Perfect for travel.

  275+ vocab with smart SRS
  N5 to N1 essential words. The algorithm schedules your reviews - you just open the app.

  Streak Badges
  Earn badges for 3 / 7 / 14 / 30 / 60 / 100 / 200 / 365 consecutive days. Your longest streak is preserved forever.

  Dark mode + Tri-lingual UI
  Full dark mode. Switch between Traditional Chinese, English, and Korean anytime.

  [Who it's for]
  - Japanese beginners starting from zero
  - JLPT N5-N1 candidates
  - Anime fans who want to understand without subtitles
  - Travelers prepping for a Japan trip
  - Anyone who wants a 24/7 speaking partner

  [About the subscription]
  Free tier covers all core learning features. Nihongo Pro unlocks:
  - Unlimited AI conversations
  - JLPT N1 / N2 advanced prep
  - Unlimited camera translation
  - No ads

  NT$99/month or NT$590/year (7-day free trial).
  Subscription auto-renews. Cancel anytime via Settings - Subscriptions.
 Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/


## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.5.3 — 2026-08-11

Had some update

### 1.5.2 — 2026-07-06

some new upgrade

### V1.5.0 — 2026-06-16

What's New in v1.5.0

  [Watch & Learn] (New)
  80+ short teaching videos embedded right in the app, vertical scroll style. Anime catchphrases, traveler phrases, JLPT grammar, kana drills - new content updates regularly.

  [Pronunciation Scoring] (New)
  Tap the microphone on any phrase, say the line aloud, and get an instant A/B/C/D/F grade plus a transcript of what your iPhone heard. On-device speech recognition - your audio never leaves your phone.

  [Camera Translate] (New)
  Point the camera at any Japanese sign, menu, or station board. The AI reads the kanji, translates to your language, and extracts 3-5 key vocabulary words. Perfect for travel.

  [Streak Badges]
  Earn a badge for hitting 3 / 7 / 14 / 30 / 60 / 100 / 200 / 365 consecutive days. Your longest streak is preserved forever.

  [Nihongo Pro Subscription]
  Unlock unlimited AI conversation, N1 / N2 prep, unlimited camera translation, and an ad-free experience. NT$99/month or NT$590/year (7-day free trial).

  Requires iOS 16.4 or later.

### 1.2.0 — 2026-04-04

單字庫大幅擴充
  新增 N1 單字庫，N2～N4 各級單字大量擴充，總單字
  量大幅提升，涵蓋更多實用語彙。

   文法資料擴充
  文法庫新增超過千筆文法項目，學習內容更加完整。

   JLPT N1 模擬考
  模擬考新增 N1
  級別，挑戰最高難度的日本語能力試驗。

   介面優化
  漢字練習、聽力練習及進度頁面體驗改善。

  English：
   Massive Vocabulary Expansion
  Added N1 vocabulary and significantly expanded
  N2–N4 word banks with hundreds of new entries.

   Grammar Expansion
  Over 1,000 new grammar entries added for more
  comprehensive study material.

   JLPT N1 Mock Exam
  N1 level now available in mock exams.

  UI Improvements
  Polished Kanji Practice, Listening Practice, and
   Progress screens.

### 1.1.0 — 2026-03-20

What's New in v1.1.0

  Multi-Language Support
  The app now supports Traditional Chinese, English, and Korean. Switch anytime from the Progress
  screen.

 Listening Practice (New)
  Hear Japanese words spoken aloud and pick the matching text from four choices. Four difficulty
  levels: N5, N4, N3 vocabulary, and everyday phrases. Wrong answers are shown with Chinese
  meanings.

  漢 Kanji Practice (New)
  Two-way kanji reading drills: kanji → reading or reading → kanji. Three difficulty levels (N5, N4,
   N3), 10 questions per round.

 Vocabulary Favorites
  Star any flashcard to bookmark it, then filter by Favorites to drill your weak spots. Bookmarks
  are saved across sessions.

  Dark Mode
  Full dark mode support across every screen. Choose Light, Dark, or System — easy on the eyes day
  or night.

  Smarter Notifications
  Daily reminders now show how many SRS cards are due today, so you always know where your review
  queue stands.

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