# Ponz - Learn Japanese with AI — Your AI Japanese Tutor

> AI-powered Japanese speaking practice through roleplay conversations. (iPhone/iPad app by POTEPOTE LAND, LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ponz-learn-japanese-with-ai/id6748384144 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [POTEPOTE LAND, LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY](https://appshunter.io/developer/1585741819)
- Category: Education, Reference
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 12 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 124 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2025-09-02
- Data updated: 2026-09-07
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ponz-learn-japanese-with-ai/id6748384144/reviews.md

## What is Ponz?

Can read Japanese, but can't speak?

Memorizing words, studying grammar, and listening are important.
But when it is time to speak, the words still may not come out.

Ponz is an **AI conversation and writing app with instant correction**.

Speak freely. Write sentences. Turn what you want to say into Japanese.
AI corrects your output, explains why, and suggests more natural expressions.

The goal is not to be perfect from the beginning.
The goal is to produce more Japanese, notice what can be improved, and build your own stock of useful expressions.

■ The Ponz Learning Loop

【Step 1】Produce Japanese
・Talk with AI for just 3 minutes
・Record or type one sentence
・Turn what you want to say into Japanese

【Step 2】Get AI Feedback
・AI corrects grammar and unnatural phrasing
・Clear explanations help you understand why
・More natural expressions are suggested

【Step 3】Save Useful Expressions
・Save phrases you want to use again
・Build a personal phrase bank
・Keep expressions that match what you actually wanted to say

【Step 4】Review and Use Them
・Review saved expressions
・Practice using them in output training
・Make them easier to recall in real conversations

■ Main Features

・AI Conversation with Feedback
Talk freely with AI for 3 minutes. Your output can be corrected and improved into more natural Japanese.

・Writing Correction
Write Japanese and get feedback on grammar, word choice, and nuance.

・Translation and Explanation
Turn your thoughts into Japanese, or understand the meaning and structure of Japanese sentences.

・Expression Notes
Save useful expressions from conversations and corrections, then review them later.

・Foundation Courses
Learn with grammar cards, vocabulary, and instant composition. Use them as a foundation before free conversation.

■ Recommended For

・You've studied Japanese but words don't come out in conversation
・AI conversation feels fun, but you want feedback too
・You want to know whether your Japanese sounds natural
・You want help expressing what you really mean
・You want to save useful phrases and actually use them later
・You want to build a foundation while practicing real output

■ What Ponz Is For

Ponz is not just an AI conversation app.
It is not just an instant composition app either.

Ponz helps turn the Japanese you speak and write into natural expressions you can save, review, and use again.

Go from understanding Japanese to producing Japanese.

■ Support & Feedback

Please feel free to share your requests or bug reports.

Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- AI-powered roleplay conversations
- Immediate feedback on Japanese output
- 100+ real-life scenarios
- Grammar explanations
- Daily, work, and travel situations
- 10-minute daily practice

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ponz Premium | $19.99 | per month |
| Ponz Premium | $122.99 | per year |
| Ponz Premium | $99.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Life Charge | $0.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 12)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ponz-learn-japanese-with-ai/id6748384144/reviews.md

### 5/5 — 英会話を実践的に覚えられる！

*2026-05-26*

ロールプレイごとに学ぶので、凄く覚えやすく、上達が目にわかるほど早いです！
そしてわからないところはAIに解説して貰えるので英語を勉強するにはPonzが一番オススメです！

### 5/5 — 対応が迅速

*2026-05-25*

TikTokでみて会話形式でも瞬間英作文できる機能が自分にピッタリでいれました。少し使いにくい部分があり、アプリ内から機能の要望を送ってみたらすぐに対応してもらえたのが良かったです。

### 5/5 — 英語のモチベが上がる！

*2026-05-17*

ストリーク機能があるため、英語学習の習慣をつけるのに最適なアプリです！特に、瞬間英作文では、レベルとシチュエーションを選ぶと自動で問題が出てきて、AIが添削をしてくれるので勉強になります！AIに分からないところを質問する機能もありました！これから続けてみようと思います！！

### 5/5 — 英語を話したいなら、迷わずこれ。

*2026-03-26*

とにかく使いやすくて最高です。色々なアプリを試してきましたが、操作性が抜群でストレスなく続けられます。本気で英語を話せるようになりたいと思っている人は、これを選んでおけば間違いないです！

### 5/5 — 英会話を始めようと思って！

*2026-02-22*

使いやすいし、分かりやすいし！これなら続けられる。

### 5/5 — 良さそう

*2026-02-15*

見た目はDuolingoに似ているが、内容はより英会話っぽい感じかな？しばらくこちらを使ってみようと思います

### 5/5 — Clean & Beautiful Design

*2025-09-30*

Love this app! The UI is super clean and beautiful—makes studying Japanese really fun.

### 5/5 — Learn

*2025-09-12*

Very easy to use

### 5/5 — Great for review and learning

*2025-09-07*

The cute design makes studying easy. The mistakes I made come back for review, so it really helps me learn. Perfect for using in spare moments, and I really like it.

### 5/5 — The best app ever

*2025-09-03*

Great UIUX

## Frequently asked questions about Ponz

### What is Ponz's learning methodology?

Ponz focuses on output practice through AI-driven roleplay conversations. It complements this with grammar explanations and immediate feedback to help users produce Japanese on the spot.

### Does Ponz offer progress tracking?

While the description emphasizes daily practice and mastering scenarios, specific details on formal progress tracking are not provided. Users can gauge improvement through their ability to engage in roleplay conversations.

### What are the subscription options for Ponz Premium?

Ponz Premium offers monthly subscriptions for $14.99, annual subscriptions for $79.99, and a higher-tier annual subscription for $99.99 which includes a 7-day free trial.

### Is Ponz suitable for beginners or advanced learners?

Ponz is recommended for those who have studied Japanese but struggle with speaking, suggesting it's beneficial for intermediate learners looking to bridge the gap between knowledge and application.

### How often is Ponz updated?

The app was last updated on May 22, 2026, indicating active development. Specific update frequency is not detailed, but recent updates suggest ongoing support and improvements.

### What devices does Ponz support?

Ponz is available on iPhone and iPod devices, as indicated by the supported devices list.

### Does Ponz have ads?

Yes, Ponz contains advertisements. This is indicated by the 'hasAds' flag being true in the application data.

### What is the age rating for Ponz?

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

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.10.1 — 2026-06-15

Significantly improved the AI conversation and feedback features.

### 1.9.3 — 2026-05-22

・Updated parts of the app design.
・Fixed an issue with push notifications.

### 1.9.2 — 2026-05-12

Made minor text improvements.

### 1.8.8 — 2026-04-22

Updated the design of the course screen.

### 1.8.7 — 2026-04-07

・Expanded the range of content available in the free plan.
・Fixed an issue where buttons were unresponsive on the streak screen.

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