# Sakura Japanese Dictionary — UniDict® Powered

> Advanced English-Japanese and Japanese-English dictionary with optional Kanji module. (iPhone/iPad app by Enfour, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sakura-japanese-dictionary/id599224684 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Enfour, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/284965604)
- Category: Reference, Education
- Price: $4.99 with in-app purchases
- Rating: 1.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 8 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 329 MB
- Languages: Hiligaynon, Western Panjabi, Nigerian Pidgin, Esperanto, Danish, Ukrainian, Russian, Sinhala, Croatian, Icelandic and 44 more
- Released: 2013-02-12
- Data updated: 2026-08-22
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sakura-japanese-dictionary/id599224684/reviews.md

## What is Sakura Japanese Dictionary?

Sakura Dictionary is a brilliant new English - Japanese Dictionary based on the much loved EDICT content.
The EDICT project started in 1991 and has been growing for more than 30 years. In that time, it has become the standard Japanese-English reference on the Internet. We have been actively contributing to the project from almost the beginning and our UniDict has been available on various platforms for 25 years,

We have taken the deep and broad EDICT database and created the best Japanese English dictionary application on the iOS platform. Based on our 25 years of experience in digital dictionary development we have created a custom optimization of the EDICT data for our robust UniDict® dictionary engine.

This is EDICT is all of its glory. The search index is huge - at a half million possible search terms.

Try it and see for yourself the sleek performance on the powerful UniDict® engine and attractive display.

Now includes an optional kanji dictionary that is the best on the iOS platform, going far beyond all others in level of information.

Optional Kanji Dictionary includes:
• 13108 character headwords
• 10000 stroke-order animations
• multiple font variations with archaic forms
• computer codes and paper dictionary references
• Unicode Consortium's UniHan information
• Enables kanji handwriting recognition interface
• Enables a stroke order practice/testing mini-app

APPLICATION FUNCTIONALITY
• search on English, Japanese and kana phonetics
• romaji pronunciations for headwords
• audio pronunciation of Japanese words and phrases
• real-time progressing look-up
• wildcard pattern searches -with * ?
• unique searching in triplicate
• spelling suggestions for English
• automatic history
• Japanese Handwriting recognition
• support for search from other applications
• Hyperlinked cross-references to third-party dictionaries
• OS-independent app localization
• Bookmarks with folders and editable notations
• iPad Pro multi-screen and Drag & Drop
• DarkMode & 3D Touch support
• Supports iOS 12 through to iOS 26
• iPhone, iPod, and iPad support
• No internet connection required for most features

SOCIAL MEDIA
• Facebook, Twitter & Evernote posts.
• Full layout for definition emails and Evernote posts.

NOTE
If you have any questions or comments about the application, please contact customer support at support@english-channel.tv and we will reply to you personally. If you simply write a review in iTunes, we are unable to contact you to help you with any issues you may have. Most issues can be solved in a single email.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
This publication has included material from the EDICT dictionary files in accordance with the licence provisions of the Electronic Dictionaries Research Group.

UniDict® is a custom dictionary engine that has outsold all other dictionary delivery engines on iOS devices. It is the best of breed for it's category providing users with a up to the minute features, a strong and robust structure and an intuitive design and navigation. All UniDict® applications are cross linked to create an ecosphere of reference tools and content.

## Key features

- Extensive EDICT database
- English, Japanese, and kana search
- Audio pronunciation
- Optional Kanji dictionary
- Handwriting recognition
- Offline functionality
- Wildcard and pattern searches

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $4.99.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Sakura Plus | $0.99 | one-time |
| 漢字辞書 | $4.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (8 of 8)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sakura-japanese-dictionary/id599224684/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Excellent resource

*2019-07-29*

Simple to use and handy for basic needs.

### 5/5 — very good

*2018-12-13*

Does the job. Lots of cool features.

### 1/5 — 起動しません

*2015-10-20*

アップデート対応お願いします。

**Developer response:** 対処しました。

### 1/5 — 起動しない

*2015-10-09*

iOS9.02にupしたら、起動しない

**Developer response:** 対処しました。

### 5/5 — 気に入った

*2014-01-17*

僕は気に入った。

### 5/5 — beautiful and inexpensive dictionary

*2013-08-01*

This app is beautifully designed, with a huge stock of entries. There is no example sentences provided but it is concise and helpful. Well worth the price.

### 1/5 — ん〜

*2013-03-24*

無料の辞書と変わらないレベルかな〜。

**Developer response:** 辞書エンジンの機能は一流ですけれど。。

### 5/5 — 使えますね

*2013-03-07*

わんこそば ってやったらなるほど って感じで出てきて
結構いいです品です

## Frequently asked questions about Sakura Japanese Dictionary

### What is Sakura Japanese Dictionary?

Sakura Japanese Dictionary is a paid reference application that provides comprehensive English-Japanese and Japanese-English translations. It is built upon the extensive EDICT database and offers features like audio pronunciation and an optional Kanji dictionary.

### Does Sakura Japanese Dictionary require an internet connection?

No, most features of Sakura Japanese Dictionary do not require an internet connection, making it convenient for offline use. This includes core dictionary lookups and many of its advanced functionalities.

### What is the optional Kanji dictionary in Sakura Japanese Dictionary?

The optional Kanji dictionary includes over 13,000 character headwords, 10,000 stroke-order animations, multiple font variations, and handwriting recognition. It also enables a stroke order practice mini-app.

### What devices is Sakura Japanese Dictionary compatible with?

Sakura Japanese Dictionary is compatible with iPhone, iPod, and iPad devices. It supports a wide range of iOS versions, from iOS 12 up to iOS 26.

### How often is Sakura Japanese Dictionary updated?

The latest version of Sakura Japanese Dictionary is 16.1, which was last updated on February 26, 2026. Updates typically bring new features and improvements to the application.

### What is the price of Sakura Japanese Dictionary?

Sakura Japanese Dictionary is a paid application priced at $4.99. This one-time purchase grants access to all its core features and the optional Kanji dictionary.

### What is the age rating for Sakura Japanese Dictionary?

Sakura Japanese Dictionary has an age rating of 12+. This indicates it is suitable for users aged 12 and older, considering its content and complexity.

### Does Sakura Japanese Dictionary have ads?

No, Sakura Japanese Dictionary does not contain advertisements. As a paid application, it offers an ad-free experience for all users.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 16.1 — 2026-02-26

Update for iOS26

### 16.0.1 — 2025-09-24

A fix for search on conjugations.

### 16.0 — 2025-09-18

Keeps up to date with the OS.

### 15.5 — 2024-08-20

Adds JLPT word lists

### 15.4 — 2024-03-27

Changes to Kanji-a-Day

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