# Poplingo: Learn Japanese N5 — Fast Hiragana & N5 Vocabulary

> Fast Hiragana & N5 Vocabulary (iPhone/iPad app by YI DE YANG.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/poplingo-learn-japanese-n5/id6759814214 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [YI DE YANG](https://appshunter.io/developer/1880856784)
- Category: Games, Education, Casual, Trivia
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 225 MB
- Languages: American English, Filipino, French (France), German (Germany), Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, European Portuguese, Russian and 5 more
- Released: 2026-04-01
- Data updated: 2026-08-11
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/poplingo-learn-japanese-n5/id6759814214/reviews.md

## What is Poplingo?

Want to learn Hiragana fast?
Poplingo helps you memorize Hiragana in 5 days and build your JLPT N5 vocabulary in just 30 days through satisfying puzzle gameplay.

No boring memorization. No pressure.
Just a few minutes a day, and you will naturally remember Japanese words while playing.

Why Poplingo works perfectly:
Learn Through Gameplay
＊Match, pop, and react! We turn memory training into pure instinct.
Smart Repetition System
＊Words you struggle with will return until you truly master them.
Clear Learning Path
＊Hiragana > JLPT N5 > N4 > N3
＊Step by step, with zero confusion.

Daily Bite-Sized Lessons
＊Play just 3 minutes a day to build long-term memory effortlessly.

What you will master:
＊Hiragana and Katakana alphabets
＊JLPT N5 to N3 core vocabulary
＊Essential beginner words and phrases
＊Listening and matching comprehension

Poplingo is perfect for you if you:
＊Want to start learning Japanese from absolute zero
＊Struggle to memorize the Japanese alphabet
＊Are preparing for JLPT N5, N4, or N3 exams
＊Prefer fun, stress-free, and game-based learning

Download Poplingo and start your Japanese journey today!

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

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Poplingo VIP | $1.99 | per month |



## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.2 — 2026-05-03

【Massive Update】Essential vocab for Japan travel is here!
New levels added: "Drugstore/Shopping", "Travel Basics", and "Transit".
Completely revamped UI for a more intuitive experience.
Extreme performance optimization for buttery-smooth 60FPS bubble-popping fun!
Update now and level up your Japanese!

### 2.1 — 2026-04-21

A brand new learning experience is here!
In this version, you can:
＊Memorize Hiragana in just 5 days
＊Learn Japanese through highly satisfying gameplay
＊Remember vocabulary easily with our smart repetition system
Just 3 minutes a day to build a solid JLPT N5 foundation.
Update now and start learning!

### 2.0 — 2026-04-18

Welcome to the ultimate Poplingo update!
• Visual Upgrade: Optimized full-screen layouts for a flawless, edge-to-edge popping experience!
• Global Expansion: Now supporting 6 new languages (15 total!).
• Cloud Sync: Secure your progress across devices with Apple or Google Sign-In.
• New Tutorial: Start your journey smoother than ever!

### 1.8 — 2026-04-16

1. Added 6 new languages: French, German, Italian, Russian, Turkish, and Filipino!
2. Added a brand-new beginner tutorial.
3. Added "Sign in with Apple" for quick and secure access.

### 1.5 — 2026-04-10

v1.0.1: Added 5 new languages. Optimized physics for smoother bubble handling. Fixed text layout and listening mode issues.

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