Ringotan

Ringotan

Learn Japanese Kanji

574 ratings
92 reviews
Free

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Released
July 17, 2022
Updated
August 27, 2026

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Master Japanese Kanji by practicing writing. This app uses advanced input detection and spaced repetition to help you learn quickly and effectively. Focuses on the physical act of writing characters, not just recognition.

✓Learn Kanji by writing
✓Advanced input detection
✓Spaced repetition system (SRS)
✓Focus on writing, not just reading
✓Frequent updates with new features
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What's New in Ringotan

26.1

August 27, 2026

• Added free drawing mode • Added ability to prompt with kanji definitions • Added custom prompts • Added new lessons: "GCSE", "Kanji Damage", "Kanji Tamago" • Added "Reviews Per Lesson" options "Tiny" and "Massive" • Session now continues if app is suspended and resumed • Updated Minna No Nihongo and Wanikani lessons • Many bugfixes - see Patreon for a full list

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User reviews

what in the HELL is that.

when you open the app, you will get pleasantly surprised when you get absolutely jumpscared by an absolutely horrifying image of a apple with a face.

一番漢字練習アプリです!

私はmigakuという道具で漢字を勉強したけど最近その漢字道具のサーポートが消えました。。
このアプリは素晴らしいです!
作ってくれてありがとうございます!

a bountiful harvest

this app watered my crops and replenished my resources

Amassing kanji app

Use it daily since January of this year. Learned 400 kanji and today when it wasn’t working freaked out. Saw there was an update with even more features. Keep up the amazing work !!!

Best that I’ve found!

I downloaded sooooo many apps looking for a good Kanji teacher. I am glad I found someone on Reddit suggesting this. While it may not help you learn Kanji alone, it possibly could if you’re super dedicated?? I tried it out alone but wasn’t retaining anything even though I liked the interface. From another redditor, I decided to buy the Kodansha book and really commit to a specific method of Kanji learning. Ringotan lets you choose your method at the beginning and then quizzes you in the same order that you’re learning in the book. This has been working for me, and I, really enjoying it. Two suggestions that would make it slightly better…. If they would let you choose which words are at the top of the screen as example uses of the Kanji. Most of the choices they give do not exactly line up with what is given in the Kodansha book. I would like for it to be more particularly aligned. The other thing would be to allow for a shuffle option when you do a custom review. It becomes easy to memorize the order that the kanji will be given, and that context makes it easier to remember. I would like to be challenged on them out of context. Maybe there is a way to do this and I just haven’t figured it out?
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Reported Bugs

2 issues

Occasional issues with stroke order recognition

Bug

Some kanji pronunciations not accurately represented

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Requested Features

5 requests

Add dark mode option

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Allow users to create and save custom kanji lists

Feature

Provide more detailed keyword hints before writing

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Implement device sync to continue progress across platforms

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Add notification system to remind users of upcoming reviews

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FAQ

What does Ringotan do?

Ringotan is an educational app designed to teach users how to physically write Japanese Kanji characters. It focuses on the act of writing rather than just recognizing characters, aiming for comprehensive learning.

How does Ringotan help me learn Kanji?

The app utilizes advanced input detection to analyze your writing and an industry-standard Spaced Repetition System (SRS) algorithm. This combination ensures you learn Kanji efficiently and retain the information over time by reviewing characters at optimal intervals.

Is Ringotan free to use?

Ringotan is currently available for free for a limited time. The developers frequently update the app with new features, so it's recommended to check back for any changes to its availability or pricing model.

What are the main benefits of using Ringotan?

The primary benefit is learning to write Kanji, which is often overlooked by other apps. The integration of SRS ensures effective memorization and retention, making the learning process both comprehensive and quick.