Shinobi: Read & Learn Japanese

Shinobi: Read & Learn Japanese

Japanese Story Reader

824 ratings
706 reviews
Free
In-App Purchases

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • May 21, 2024
  • August 27, 2026

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Learn Japanese through engaging, illustrated stories. This app offers immersive reading and listening practice with interactive tools for vocabulary, kanji, and grammar. Track your progress and build fluency with daily new content and SRS flashcards.

Illustrated Japanese stories
One-click word translation and explanations
Full-page translation view
Furigana toggle
Japanese audio with slow speed option
Kanji learning in context
SRS flashcards for vocabulary review
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What's New in Shinobi

1.4.5

August 27, 2026

• New "My Ranks" screen — follow your badge progression and climb the ranks as you learn. • Daily News: a fresh Japanese story every day, with double XP during the first 24 hours. • Show pronunciation your way — choose romaji or furigana. • Streaks got better: milestone rewards, flashcard sessions that build your streak, and a live streak on your lock screen and home-screen widget. • Pronunciation practice now scores your whole phrase and stops on its own when you finish — plus flashcard, exercise translation and stability fixes.

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Yearly Access To Premium Features

$45.991 Year
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In-App Purchases

$249.99

Lifetime Access

Lifetime Access to premium features

User reviews

Excellent supplement to learning

I got this app to support my attempt to learn Japanese. It is exactly what I was looking for: beginner-level stories that I can try to read without help, but support is readily available. There are little quizzes at the end of each book to help make sure you are comprehending what you read.

I only have the free version, which allows me to unlock two books a day. But can re-read unlocked books as often as needed.

The only thing I don’t like about it is that I wish there was a way to unlock flash cards at the free level, haha. I’d happily watch ads or require x amount of reading. Or maybe convert xp into points to spend on them… but that would just be an extra bonus.
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That’s the flow that makes a difference

I have tried many languages learning apps, I will stick with this one.

Shinobi FC from Laos 🇱🇦

I love this application. This app makes me feel better about myself because I can understand Japanese language more accurately than before.

Très bonne application

Bonjours, l’application est super, mais je serais intéressé de connaître le nombre d’histoire disponible…

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User experience

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Reported Bugs

2 issues

Occasional crashes or freezing

Bug

Inconsistencies in translations and definitions

Bug

Requested Features

4 requests

Ability to adjust text size

Feature

Option to read stories without illustrations

Feature

More advanced quizzing and comprehension testing

Feature

Expanded story library and content variety

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FAQ

What is Shinobi: Read & Learn Japanese?

Shinobi is a language learning application designed to help users master Japanese through immersive, illustrated stories. It combines reading, listening, and interactive tools to teach vocabulary, kanji, and grammar in context, making the learning process engaging and practical.

What are the key features for learning Japanese?

Key features include reading illustrated stories with one-click translations, full-page translation views, a furigana toggle for kanji readings, Japanese audio with adjustable speed for listening practice, and SRS flashcards for vocabulary review. Kanji are integrated naturally into stories for contextual learning.

How does the app help with vocabulary and kanji?

Users can tap any word for instant translations, explanations, and example sentences. Kanji are presented within stories, and furigana can be toggled on or off. Vocabulary can be bookmarked and reviewed later using a Spaced Repetition System (SRS) flashcard feature to reinforce memory.

Is there audio content available?

Yes, the app provides Japanese audio for every story, allowing users to practice pronunciation and improve listening comprehension. A slow audio option is also available, enabling learners to follow along at their own pace.

What is the cost of Shinobi: Read & Learn Japanese?

The application is free to download and use, offering a free tier of content. It also features in-app purchases, suggesting that premium content or advanced features may be available for purchase.