# Onigiri Tango — Japanese Vocabulary

> Japanese vocabulary memorization app with native teacher content and offline access. (iPhone/iPad app by Shoichi Kuwahara.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/onigiri-tango/id1514726378 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Shoichi Kuwahara](https://appshunter.io/developer/1194871063)
- Category: Education
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.67/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.4 · 36 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2020-05-22
- Data updated: 2026-06-07
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/onigiri-tango/id1514726378/reviews.md

## What is Onigiri Tango?

Application for memorize Japanese words  made by Japanese teacher!

・Trusted content
Application is made by native Japanese teacher. There are no useless words (ex. too old, hardly use, offensive). 
All words have audio pronunciation by native speaker.
Ideal for students studying with a textbook such as "Minna no Nihongo (みんなの日本語), Chuukyuu e ikou (中級へ行こう), Chuukyuu o manabou (中級を学ぼう).
JLPT N5 〜 N2 Level

・Dictionary
Easy to search words for beginners. You can search words from Kanji, Kana, Romaji, or Translation.

・Offline contents
Do not need an internet connection or user registration.

・handwriting font
the app uses a Japanese font similar to handwriting to make it easier for students to read characters.

・Ad free
There are no banner or interstitial advertisements that disturbing smooth learning.

## Key features

- Trusted vocabulary content by native teacher
- Native speaker audio pronunciation
- Offline access, no registration needed
- Handwriting-style font for readability
- Searchable dictionary (Kanji, Kana, Romaji)
- Supports JLPT N5-N2 levels

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/onigiri-tango/id1514726378/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Audio Not Working

*2025-05-25, version 1.5*

The audio is no longer available anymore. Will the audio be fixed. I really hope so.

### 3/5 — Good with some issues

*2024-07-07, version 1.5*

It's alright but the audio doesn't work which is very annoying. Good if you wanna practise reading but not listening.

## Frequently asked questions about Onigiri Tango

### What is the learning methodology used by Onigiri Tango?

Onigiri Tango focuses on memorizing Japanese vocabulary through trusted content curated by a native Japanese teacher. It includes audio pronunciation and a handwriting-style font to aid character recognition, aligning with common textbook learning approaches.

### How does Onigiri Tango track user progress?

The provided data does not specify a progress tracking feature within Onigiri Tango. The app focuses on providing vocabulary content and dictionary search functionality for learning.

### Does Onigiri Tango offer certifications upon completion?

Onigiri Tango is designed for vocabulary memorization and does not offer certifications. It supports learners preparing for JLPT N5 to N2 levels, which are external examinations.

### What devices does Onigiri Tango support?

Onigiri Tango is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, as indicated by the supported devices list.

### What is the age rating for Onigiri Tango?

Onigiri Tango has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users interested in learning Japanese.

### How frequently is Onigiri Tango updated?

The app was last updated on July 5, 2022, with version 1.5. The release date was May 22, 2020, suggesting periodic updates.

### Does Onigiri Tango have ads?

No, Onigiri Tango is ad-free. The description explicitly states there are no banner or interstitial advertisements that disturb learning.

### What do users like or dislike about Onigiri Tango?

Based on the rating of 3.7 stars from 3 ratings, user sentiment is mixed. Specific user feedback on likes or dislikes is not detailed in the provided data.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.5 — 2022-07-05

fix mistakes in dictionary data
fix bug about display "romaji"

### 1.4 — 2021-09-09

Fix mistakes in dictionary data

### 1.3 — 2020-08-09

correct spelling mistake

### 1.2 — 2020-08-06

Add Setting to turn off sound effect
Indicate JLPT levels
Remove some deplicate vocabulary

### 1.1 — 2020-06-03

Fixed a bug that sound problem on the lesson screen

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## More apps by Shoichi Kuwahara

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All apps by Shoichi Kuwahara: https://appshunter.io/developer/1194871063

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