# Taptaro - English to Japanese Travel Phrasebook

> Audio phrasebook for English speakers learning Japanese for travel. (iPhone/iPad app by Michele Angeloro.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/taptaro-english-to-japanese-travel-phrasebook/id1194359641 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Michele Angeloro](https://appshunter.io/developer/1194359640)
- Category: Education
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.33/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 30 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2017-01-16
- Data updated: 2026-08-01
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/taptaro-english-to-japanese-travel-phrasebook/id1194359641/reviews.md

## What is Taptaro?

Have you planned a trip to Japan? 
Did you just start learning Japanese? 
Then you need this app!

Taptaro is a simple yet effective audio phrasebook of more that 450 useful English words and phrases translated and recorded by native Japanese speakers to help you communicate better and learn more about the Japanese culture.

Taptaro is best suited for casual travelers and beginner learners of Japanese. It’s free to download and always will be.

With Taptaro you can practice your Japanese listening comprehension and improve your fluency and pronunciation by listening to the original audio and then recording your own voice. A single tap plays the audio and reveals the Japanese translation, transliteration in Latin alphabet (Romaji) and recording button. If you find the native audio speed too fast, you can long-press the word/phrase to play the audio at a slower speed.

All features

- Tap to play the audio recording
- Long press to play the audio at a slower speed
- Tap to reveal the Japanese translation and transliteration
- Show/Hide Japanese translation and transliteration
- Record and listen to your own voice
- Delete all recordings
- Search in English and Japanese
- Favourite lists
- Send feedback


Enjoy learning Japanese with Taptaro–the easy to use mobile English to Japanese phrasebook. Packed with more than 450 words and phrases from 12 language-specific categories, Taptaro is the ultimate resource before and during your trip to Japan.

All topics

- Language essentials
- Greetings & Introductions
- Time & Weather
- Numbers
- Customs & Immigration
- Emergency
- Directions
- Shopping
- Eating out
- Post office & Bank
- Sightseeing
- On the phone

Happy learning!

## Key features

- Audio playback by native speakers
- Voice recording for pronunciation practice
- Slow-speed audio option
- Searchable English and Japanese phrases
- Customizable favorite lists
- 12 language-specific categories

## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/taptaro-english-to-japanese-travel-phrasebook/id1194359641/reviews.md

### 1/5 — App Keeps Crashing

*2020-02-24*

Completely unusual. Crashes constantly, rendering it useless. Use HelloTalk instead.

### 5/5 — Good, if it’s available

*2019-06-10*

I think the app works well, does what it’s supposed to, but it disappears off the store for a while, and so I tried recommending it to a friend and they couldn’t find it.

Glad to see it’s back now!

### 1/5 — App not opening

*2017-03-06*

I downloaded the app to give it a try but it crashes the moment I open it

## Frequently asked questions about Taptaro

### What is Taptaro?

Taptaro is a free audio phrasebook designed to help English speakers communicate in Japanese, especially for travel. It includes over 450 phrases recorded by native speakers.

### How does Taptaro help with pronunciation?

Taptaro allows you to record your own voice and compare it to the native speaker audio. You can also long-press phrases to play them at a slower speed for better practice.

### Can I use Taptaro offline?

The provided data does not specify offline functionality. However, phrasebooks often require an internet connection for audio playback.

### What are the main categories covered in Taptaro?

Taptaro covers 12 categories including language essentials, greetings, customs, emergency, directions, shopping, eating out, and sightseeing.

### How often is Taptaro updated?

The app was last updated on March 8, 2017, with version 1.1.1. This indicates infrequent updates.

### What is the user rating for Taptaro?

Taptaro has a rating of 2.3 stars from 3 ratings, suggesting mixed user satisfaction.

### Is Taptaro available on all devices?

The provided data does not specify device compatibility beyond it being a mobile application. It is generally expected to be available on iOS and Android.

### Does Taptaro have ads?

The provided data does not specify if Taptaro contains advertisements. However, as it is free and does not list in-app purchases, it may be ad-supported.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.1.1 — 2017-03-08

This minor update includes the following changes:
- enables users to listen through headphones
- fixes a crash occurring on app launch for some users

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