# Siritori — Japanese word game

> Japanese word-chaining game with virtual characters for language learning. (iPhone/iPad app by Mihoko Araki.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/siritori/id1643351186 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Mihoko Araki](https://appshunter.io/developer/1476136915)
- Category: Games, Education, Casual, Word
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 1.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 35 MB
- Languages: American English, Dutch, French (France), German (Germany), Japanese, European Portuguese, Russian, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish, Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan)
- Released: 2022-12-31
- Data updated: 2026-08-24
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/siritori/id1643351186/reviews.md

## What is Siritori?

- "Siritori" is a traditional Japanese word game.
- You must say a word starting with the last letter of the word your opponent said.
- You lose if you say a word that ends with "n" or the same word as the previous one.

- You can chat with a girl face-to-face.
- There are 20 girls on the other side.
- The other player uses the iOS settings to vocalize.
- It is very useful for learning Japanese.

- You can add more girls.
- Each girl has her own area of expertise.
- You can make the girls learn the words they don't know by answering them.

- The strength of the opponent can be changed to 5 levels.
- Time limit can be changed to 5 levels.

- You can also switch to "Atamatori" to play.
- Clock and time signal functions are also included.
- 30 backgrounds to choose from.

## Key features

- Traditional Japanese word game mechanics
- Chat with virtual characters
- Teach characters new words
- Adjustable opponent strength
- Adjustable time limits
- Learn Japanese vocabulary
- Customizable backgrounds

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| No Ads | $2.99 | one-time |



## Frequently asked questions about Siritori

### What is Siritori?

Siritori is a traditional Japanese word game where players take turns saying words that begin with the last letter of the previous word. It's designed to help users learn Japanese vocabulary and grammar in an engaging way.

### How do you play Siritori?

You must say a word starting with the last letter of the word your opponent said. You lose if you say a word that ends with 'n' or repeat a word already used.

### Can I play Siritori offline?

The provided description does not specify offline play capabilities. However, the game involves interacting with virtual characters, which may require an internet connection.

### Does Siritori have ads?

Yes, Siritori contains advertisements. This is indicated by the 'hasAds' flag being true in the application data.

### What are the difficulty levels in Siritori?

The strength of the opponent can be changed to 5 levels, and the time limit can also be adjusted across 5 levels, allowing players to customize their challenge.

### Can I add more characters to Siritori?

Yes, you can add more girls to the game. Each girl has her own area of expertise, and you can help them learn new words.

### What devices is Siritori available on?

Siritori is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod, as indicated by the 'supportedDevices' field.

### How often is Siritori updated?

The last update for Siritori was on July 27, 2026, with the latest version being 1.4.5. This indicates a recent update was available.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.4.5 — 2026-07-27

- Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 1.4.4 — 2025-12-16

- 不具合の修正とパフォーマンスの改善を行いました。

### 1.4.3 — 2024-08-31

- Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 1.4.2 — 2024-06-22

- Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 1.4.1 — 2024-06-18

- Background time zone can be changed.
- Bug fixes and performance improvements.

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All apps by Mihoko Araki: https://appshunter.io/developer/1476136915

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