# ShotokanKata

> Digital guide for learning and practicing Shotokan karate kata sequences. (iPhone/iPad app by Spectra-Verlag.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shotokankata/id540281531 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Spectra-Verlag](https://appshunter.io/developer/529746703)
- Category: Sports, Reference
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 46 App Store ratings · 50 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 121 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-08-09
- Data updated: 2026-08-23
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shotokankata/id540281531/reviews.md

## What is ShotokanKata?

*** We are constantly improving our App.
Thus we are thankful for every hint. ***

Discover our App ShotokanKata!

Have you already experienced this situation?
You study a kata form, than let it slide and soon you forget the sequence. So it happens often, that the student forgets the next step in the middle of the kata form.

„If I only had the chance to look the sequence up real quick, then I would master it pretty soon again.“

Even prospects and beginners can easily follow the kata sequences because of many illustrations.

This App is supposed to be nothing else, than the required support and even more:
• Which kata did I study last ? The list with the kata forms is build as a to-do-list. Depending on your progress, you can hook a kata off to change its order for a better overview. 
•The portrait mode allows you to recognize and study important details, since illustrations are bigger.
• Illustrations can be zoomed in.
• Two final techniques are always bound with three movements inbetween. Thus you can exactly follow how to get from one technique to another.
• 3 different animation speeds and free scrolling allow you to adjust the app to the individual learning progress.
• Landscape mode offers you a view of multiple graphics at one time to be able to better follow the sequences.
• Eight freely eligible backgrounds put you in the right training mood.
• Always available legend allows you to look up the symbols really fast.

This App contains 3 Shôtôkan-Kata inc. 3 Enbusens:

Taikyoku shodan
Heian shodan
Heian nidan

The upgrade to "ShotokanPro" contains additional 24 Shôtôkan-Kata:

Heian sandan
Heian yondan
Heian godan
Tekki shodan
Tekki nidan
Tekki sandan
Bassai dai
Bassai shô
Kankû dai
Kankû shô
Empi
Hangetsu
Jion
Jitte
Ji’in
Chinte
Gankaku
Nijû shi ho
Sôchin
Wankan
Meikyô
Gojû shi ho dai
Gojû shi ho shô
Unsu

Enbusens:
Contain all Enbusens for each Kata

We wish you a lot of fun at practicing and hope that we could support you a little bit !

Available in german, english, french, italian and spanish.

## Key features

- Detailed kata illustrations
- Adjustable animation speeds
- Zoomable graphics
- Progress tracking to-do list
- Portrait and landscape modes
- Multiple background options

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hangetsu | $0.99 | one-time |
| Goju shi ho dai | $1.99 | one-time |
| Gankaku | $1.99 | one-time |
| Enbusen | $5.99 | one-time |
| Tekki sandan | $1.99 | one-time |
| Kanku sho | $1.99 | one-time |
| Sochin | $1.99 | one-time |
| Goju shi ho sho | $1.99 | one-time |
| Ji'in | $1.99 | one-time |
| Meikyo | $1.99 | one-time |
| Jion | $1.99 | one-time |
| All kata unlocked | $19.99 | one-time |
| Heian godan | $1.99 | one-time |
| Heian sandan | $1.99 | one-time |
| Heian yondan | $1.99 | one-time |
| Tekki shodan | $1.99 | one-time |
| Tekki nidan | $1.99 | one-time |
| Bassai dai | $1.99 | one-time |
| Bassai sho | $1.99 | one-time |
| Kanku dai | $1.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 50)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shotokankata/id540281531/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Bin begeistert

*2026-06-07*

Hiho, mache seit einem Jahr Karate und habe bisher vieles gesucht und auch gefunden, aber nichts ist so gut wie diese APP. Vereint Bücher und Videos. Werde mir demnächst alle Katas freischalten! :-)

### 5/5 — Alle Katas immer dabei

*2026-02-22*

Die beste App für jeden und jede, die sich mit Shotokan Karate beschäftigen.

Ich habe mir die App runtergeladen damit ich immer und überall alle Katas dabei habe.

Bei uns im Dojo trainieren wir nach den schwarzen Büchern von Fiore Tartaglia.

Ich kann diese App, vor allem auch die Vollversion für knapp 23€ jedem uneingeschränktempfehlen.

Zusätzlich kann ich jedem nur alle Bücher von Fiore Tartaglia ans Herz legen.

LEVEL UP YOUR KARATE AND LIFE
🥋Oss

### 3/5 — Tolle App / In-App Purchase funktioniert nicht mehr

*2025-12-02*

Sehr hilfreiche App! Leider funktioniert die Wiederherstellung der In-App-Purchases nicht mehr. Sonst eigentlich fünf Sterne!

### 4/5 — Okay, aber Luft nach oben

*2025-09-15*

Ich finde die App eigentlich gut, übersichtlich und durchaus hilfsbereit. Leider klappen die inApp Käufe nur mäßig. Daher 4/5 Sterne

### 4/5 — Ansicht gut, Noch Potenzial

*2025-08-16*

Ich finde die Ausführung von den Katas super.
Ich wünschte ich könnte mir die Katas und Techniken nach Gurtprüfung anzeigen lassen

### 2/5 — Update to my review: As instructed, turned phone off/back on. STILL the not work!😡

*2025-06-21*

I previously purchased the full App and really enjoyed it. The best Shotokan App out there. Then when I backed up my phone it was removed and said no longer available. 
I contacted Ft-karate and they later informed me it was back on. I downloaded it again but the Restore Purchases button doesn’t work! I’m not paying full price again.

### 2/5 — Updated App won’t restore prior purchase of full App.

*2025-05-10*

I previously purchased the full App and really enjoyed it. The best Shotokan App out there. Then when I backed up my phone it was removed and said no longer available. 
I contacted Ft-karate and they later informed me it was back on. I downloaded it again but the Restore Purchases button doesn’t work! I’m not paying full price again.

### 5/5 — Shotokan Kata

*2024-12-24*

Worth the investment.

### 5/5 — ✋

*2024-12-01*

Yes just yes

### 4/5 — Not enough

*2024-05-29*

I don’t know if there is more cottas in Shokan but for me it just needed more. It was only three things without YouTube. It wouldn’t have worked. But that’s my opinion.

## Frequently asked questions about ShotokanKata

### What does the Shotokan Kata app do?

This app helps users learn and practice Shotokan karate kata sequences. It provides detailed illustrations, adjustable animation speeds, and various viewing modes to aid in memorization and execution of the forms.

### What are the key features of this app?

Key features include detailed illustrations that can be zoomed in, adjustable animation speeds and free scrolling for personalized learning, portrait and landscape modes for different viewing preferences, a to-do list for tracking kata progress, and multiple background options to set a training mood.

### How much does the Shotokan Kata app cost?

The app is free to download and includes three basic Shotokan Kata. Users can upgrade to 'ShotokanPro' via in-app purchase to unlock an additional 24 Kata and their corresponding Enbusens.

### What devices is Shotokan Kata compatible with?

The description does not specify exact device compatibility. However, it is designed for mobile use and is available in multiple languages, suggesting broad smartphone and tablet support.

### Who would benefit from using this app?

This app is ideal for anyone studying Shotokan karate, from beginners who need clear visual guidance to experienced practitioners who want to refresh their memory or perfect their technique. It's useful for solo practice or as a supplement to dojo training.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.3.0 — 2025-12-10

- feature make loading screen non blocking
- feature add error popup for store errors
- feature simplify title bar
- fix checkbox not displayed
- fix purchased products not shown after reinstall

### 3.1.0 — 2025-05-05

Enbusen icon is now visible for Katas not yet purchased, shown as disabled to indicate availability upon purchase.

### 3.0.0 — 2025-02-23

Features:
- Zoom Icon is replaced with "Pinch Zoom"functionality
- Add Enbusens for all katas
  - Ability to zoom in Enbusens (Pinch Zoom)
  - Ability to move around in Enbusens (Tap and drag)
  - Ability to jump to Kata position within Enbusen via double tap
  - Ability to jump to Enbusen position from the kata via double tap (or triple tap if jumped before via kiai shortcuts)

Fix:
- fix kata list background in tablet mode
- fix closing the popup triggered the youtube button in some devices

Optimizations
- Improved shop design
- Improved popup design

### 2.12.5 — 2024-08-27

- Fix restore purchase
- Update News
- Update Website/Shop in settings

### 2.11.3 — 2024-02-13

Features
- YouTube Links in the Katas
- Added Logging in the Settings menu and as an option to send when Contacting Support
Fixes
- Fixed Settings menu display issue in certain configurations
- Fixed multiple Kata Position issues
- Fixed Kiai Positioning in Certain Katas
Updates
- Updated News site (It will blink up to 3 times non-intrusively until seen)

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