NihonGyan is the comprehensive Japanese learning app designed for serious JLPT learners. Whether you're just starting with hiragana or preparing for JLPT N1, NihonGyan gives you everything you need - completely free.
WHAT'S INSIDE
- Camera OCR Kanji Search
Instantly look up Kanji and Japanese words just by pointing your camera at printed text or screen characters. No need to type or draw manually.
- Elementary School Grade 1-6 Kanji
Complete coverage of all 1,005 Japanese Elementary School Kanji (Grades 1-6) alongside standard JLPT N5-N1 sets, featuring seamless dual-filtering by school grade or examination level.
- Spaced Repetition Flashcards (SRS)
Study smarter with our SRS engine. Cards are scheduled based on your mastery level - Apprentice, Guru, Master, Enlightened. Review due cards daily and watch your vocabulary grow.
- 8,000+ Vocabulary Words
Complete JLPT N5 (1,000), N4 (1,000), N3 (2,000), N2 (2,000), and N1 (2,000) word lists with kanji, hiragana, romaji, meanings, and example sentences.
- 2,100+ Kanji with Deep Study
Go beyond flashcards. Each kanji includes on-yomi/kun-yomi readings, radicals, stroke information, example words, and practice sentences.
- 660+ Grammar Blueprints
Structured grammar patterns across N5-N1 with meaning, structure, notes, and example sentences.
- Mock Test Engine
Four practice modes to match your study style:
- Full Mock Exam: timed, sectioned, JLPT-style
- Quick 10: 10 mixed questions for a quick check
- Section Drill: focus on vocab, grammar, reading, kanji, or listening
- Weak Area Review: targets your weakest topics
- Past JLPT Questions
Practice with real JLPT exam papers (N1-N5) - reading comprehension with furigana support AND listening sections with native audio playback.
- Minna no Nihongo Companion
Complete coverage of Minna no Nihongo Book I & II (50 lessons). Vocabulary, grammar, and kanji for every lesson.
- Hiragana & Katakana Reference
All basic hiragana and katakana with stroke order data, grouped into basic, dakuten, and yoon sections.
- Built-in Dictionary
Search across all vocabulary and 6,950+ compound words by kanji, romaji, English, or localized languages. Instant results across all JLPT levels.
MULTILINGUAL SUPPORT (5 LANGUAGES)
NihonGyan offers full multilingual support across 5 languages:
- English
- Nepali
- Japanese
- Vietnamese
- Sinhala
Every screen, grammar explanation, mock test review, and vocabulary meaning is fully localized - making it the ideal learning companion for international students and self-studiers worldwide.
KEY FEATURES
- On-device Camera OCR for instant text lookups
- Smart SRS scheduling with 4 mastery tiers
- Write and save your own Japanese sentences per word
- Bookmark favorite cards for quick review
- Add personal notes and mnemonics to any card
- Audio pronunciation for words and sentences
- Haptic feedback on interactions
- Dark mode support
- Streak tracking and achievement badges
- Guest mode: start learning instantly, no account required
- Cloud sync: back up your progress across devices
- Study time tracking and accuracy statistics
WHO IS THIS FOR?
- JLPT N5, N4, N3, N2, or N1 students
- Elementary school Kanji self-studiers (Grade 1-6)
- Minna no Nihongo textbook users
- Anyone learning Japanese from English, Nepali, Vietnamese, or Sinhala backgrounds
- Self-studiers who want a structured, free alternative
- Learners who prefer flashcards, mock exams, or grammar study
NihonGyan is built by language learners, for language learners. No subscriptions. No paywalls. Just honest tools to help you master Japanese.
Start your journey today.
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