# NihonGyan: Learn Japanese — JLPT N1-N5 Prep & Flashcards

> JLPT N1-N5 Prep & Flashcards (iPhone/iPad app by RAM KRISHNA SHRESTHA.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nihongyan-learn-japanese/id6804215456 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [RAM KRISHNA SHRESTHA](https://appshunter.io/developer/6804215549)
- Category: Education, Lifestyle
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 164 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-09-02
- Data updated: 2026-10-08

## What is NihonGyan?

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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## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.1.0 — 2026-10-07

Camera OCR Search: Instantly look up Kanji and Japanese compound words using your camera for faster, on-the-go learning.   
Elementary School Grade 1–6 Kanji: Added full coverage of all elementary school Kanji with convenient dual-filtering options by JLPT level and school grade.   
Expanded Dictionary: Over 6,950+ compound words are now fully indexed and searchable with instant readings and meanings.   
Enhanced Practice Exam Runner: Improved test-taking UI with section-based question grouping, smoother navigation, and lower memory usage.   
Performance & Bug Fixes: General performance refinements for a smoother, more reliable learning experience.

### 1.0.4 — 2026-09-14

• JLPT PAST PAPERS — practice on real 2018 exam questions (N1–N5), including LISTENING sections with native audio playback.
• Shareable certificate cards when you complete a timed exam.
• 1,000+ new and improved vocabulary example sentences with accurate readings.
• Fancier share cards, smoother flashcard animations, and better Japanese line-breaking around the app.
• Improvement of Design layout
• Fixed bugs

### 1.0.3 — 2026-09-07

- JLPT Mock Tests & Past Exam Archives — practice full N5–N1 mock exams and review historical JLPT papers
- Faster startup — reduced initial bundle size by ~16MB with lazy-loaded datasets
- Improved sync reliability — offline progress is now safely uploaded before sign-out
- Fixed ad loading issues and added better error reporting
- General stability and performance improvements
- Fixed corrupt data in sentences
- Fixed invisible text in Dark Mode

### 1.0.2 — 2026-09-04

NihonGyan 1.0.2 — Clean 8,000-Word Foundation
• Normalized vocabulary tiers: N5 1,000 / N4 1,000 / N3 2,000 / N2 2,000 / N1 2,000 for balanced progress tracking.
• Fixed home banner overlaps, button text truncation, and card boundary logic.
• Corrected word meanings (EN/NP), kanji readings, and stabilized iOS audio.

### 1.0.1 — 2026-09-03

• Redesigned Home, Extra, Profile, and Settings tabs for cleaner navigation and streak tracking.
• Unlocked and enriched N1 & N2 levels with full Devanagari/Nepali grammar explanations and related links.
• Added new SSW (Specified Skilled Worker / 特定技能) sector courses and vocabulary paths.
• Daily goal progress ring now integrates both new card intake and SRS reviews.
• Interactive sentence lookup with ruby furigana across Kanji, Vocab, and Grammar.
• Added Sign in with Apple alongside Google Sign-In and Guest Mode.
• Privacy and data compliance updates with non-tracking contextual ad support.

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