# Read Japanese — Memorize Japanese with ease

> Learn and memorize Japanese Hiragana and Katakana characters with flashcards and tests. (iPhone/iPad app by Wyatt Mufson.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/read-japanese/id995854652 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Wyatt Mufson](https://appshunter.io/developer/1493227673)
- Category: Education, Travel
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 10.1 · 15 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-01-30
- Data updated: 2026-06-03
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/read-japanese/id995854652/reviews.md

## What is Read Japanese?

Ever wanted to learn to read Japanese but had no where to start? Currently learning to read or speak Japanese but you need some help memorizing the characters? Then this is the solution for you. 

I personally made this app when I was learning Japanese and was having issues mixing up some characters and needed a simple way to be able to practice in my free time.

In this app you can review the list of Hiragana and Katakana characters and practice memorizing them using the flashcard feature.

Once you're feeling more comfortable with the characters you can test yourself with multiple choice questions. The tests are available in both Japanese to English and English to Japanese translations as well as for both Hiragana and Katakana characters. The tests automatically know to test you on your weakest characters the more you use it.

## Key features

- Hiragana and Katakana character review
- Flashcard memorization tool
- Multiple choice tests
- Japanese to English translation tests
- English to Japanese translation tests
- Adaptive testing on weak characters

## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/read-japanese/id995854652/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Really helpful!

*2019-12-31*

Great tool for memorizing Hiragana and Katakana!

### 5/5 — Super helpful

*2017-02-22*

Great app to get someone started reading japanese

### 5/5 — Fluent

*2017-01-31*

I'm fluent now!

## Frequently asked questions about Read Japanese

### What learning method does Read Japanese use?

Read Japanese utilizes flashcards for character memorization and adaptive multiple-choice tests. The app intelligently focuses on characters you find most challenging to optimize your learning.

### Can I track my progress in Read Japanese?

While specific progress tracking metrics are not detailed, the app's adaptive testing automatically identifies and re-tests your weakest characters, indicating a form of progress monitoring.

### Does Read Japanese offer certifications?

Read Japanese is designed for character memorization and does not offer formal certifications upon completion of its learning modules.

### What devices is Read Japanese available on?

Read Japanese is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, as indicated by its supported devices list.

### What is the age rating for Read Japanese?

Read Japanese has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of learners.

### How often is Read Japanese updated?

The latest version of Read Japanese is 2.0, which was last updated on January 1, 2020. Future updates will depend on the developer's ongoing support.

### Does Read Japanese have ads?

No, Read Japanese does not contain advertisements, providing an uninterrupted learning experience.

### Is Read Japanese free to use?

Yes, Read Japanese is available for free, with no in-app purchases or subscription fees required to access its features.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0 — 2020-01-01

- Updated for new iOS
- Fixed layout on new phones/iPads
- Removed all ads
- Better introduction
- Other bug fixes and improvements

### 1.4 — 2017-05-18

- Changed を/ヲ to "wo" from "o"
- Added new forms of tests: combination of Japanese -> English and English -> Japanese questions and combinations of Hiragana and Katakana questions
- Fixed other bugs

### 1.3 — 2017-02-09

- Added "Auto" selection for multiple choice tests
- Fixed bolding issue on the results page for English text

### 1.2 — 2017-02-08

- Fixed results page layout issue

### 1.1 — 2017-02-06

- Introduction page
- Improved flash cards
- New stats page
- Explanation of character sets
- Added results page after test
- Fabric integration
- New App Store screen shots
- Minor style fixes
- Other bug fixes

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All apps by Wyatt Mufson: https://appshunter.io/developer/1493227673

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