# Tokyo Ride — Study Japanese on The Ride

> Gamified Japanese language learning app with Tokyo exploration. (iPhone/iPad app by Sola, K.K..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tokyo-ride/id1437755921 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Sola, K.K.](https://appshunter.io/developer/669433570)
- Category: Education, Games, Action, Trivia
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.60/5 from 8 App Store ratings · 6 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 128 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2018-10-11
- Data updated: 2026-08-18
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tokyo-ride/id1437755921/reviews.md

## What is Tokyo Ride?

Learn Japanese on the Go! 

Tokyo Ride is not just one of the typical Japanese learning applications, but an intuitive, fast paced, fun game to play!  
Keep yourself entertained while studying all the hiragana, katakana and kanji!  

Guide Riku the Japanese flying squirrel and collect all the characters around Tokyo!
Explore all the famous spots like Shibuya, Shinjuku, Roppongi and Asakusa. 

Beat high-scores, prepare for JLPT, test your knowledge, get familiar with Tokyo, dress Riku the way you like and study Japanese on a completely new way! 

Get on the Ride!

Privacy Policy
https://www.sola-air.com/en/privacy-policy/
Terms of Service
https://www.sola-air.com/terms-of-service-tokyoride/

## Key features

- Learn hiragana, katakana, and kanji
- Explore famous Tokyo locations
- JLPT preparation
- Character collection gameplay
- High-score challenges
- Customizable character

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TokyoRide Monthly Subscription | $1.99 | per month |
| TokyoRide Yearly Subscription | $15.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Kanji N5 | $0.99 | one-time |
| JLPT N4 Kanji Pack A | $0.99 | one-time |
| JLPT N4 Kanji Pack B | $0.99 | one-time |
| ALL JLPT N3 Kanji Decks | $3.99 | one-time |
| JLPT N2 Kanji Deck O | $0.99 | one-time |
| ALL JLPT N2 Kanji Decks | $14.99 | one-time |
| Ninja Riku | $0.99 | one-time |
| ALL JLPT Kanji Decks | $19.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (6 of 6)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tokyo-ride/id1437755921/reviews.md

### 2/5 — 操作が難しい

*2021-04-24*

上下に動かしたいのに、カーソルが左右って、慣れないとやりにくい。

### 4/5 — Cute game. Great Art.

*2019-07-11*

From downloading this game you can obviously see that a lot of work has gone into it. The art is cute and very well made. The ideas were thought out as well. The reason why I gave this 4 stars is because of the way the game works in general. For example, when the game starts speeding up... No matter how good you are at memorizing hirigana, even if you were matching shape names to shapes or something that everyone would know, you can’t move your squirrel from the top of the screen to the bottom of the screen in time. Make the squirrel move faster please.  You are physically unable to win this game because the screen and level moves faster than your squirrel can select the options ( answers ).

**Developer response:** Hi, 
Thanks for the review! 
In the next update we will make Riku faster! 

Until then there are easier and slower game modes already included so you might give a try! 

Thank you once again.

### 1/5 — Impossibly glitchy

*2019-07-06*

It’s a cute idea but the lag time and lack of response to movement commands makes it impossible to play.

**Developer response:** Hi basil, 


Sorry to hear that you have issues with Tokyo Ride. We tested the app on several iPhones, including pretty old ones, but experienced no lag at all. However in the next update we will adjust the speed settings so you may give one more try!

### 2/5 — Beautiful but not a great way to learn.

*2018-12-05*

The developers are definitely great at making beautiful games.  But I didn’t find that it had a great method for learning new words or characters.  It was a fun way to review words I already knew with speed time trials and it had a few descriptions of the major tourist attractions of Tokyo.  But I am looking for an app that will teach me words and kanji to help me pass the JLPT and I just don’t see this app as being what I need for that.  And you have to pay for anything past the kana and numbers.

I recommend the developers to rework the learning aspect of this app or to just make beautiful games because they clearly are capable of that.

**Developer response:** Hello, 
Thanks for your review. 
The speedy game modes are mostly for practicing the characters you already know, speed and confidence in reading are both essential in order to pass the JLPT exams with Tokyo Ride you can test your skills. 
We also have a slow paced study mode with unlimited lives, kanji cards (all for free) and in the new update you can check the correct answer during the rides, if you made a mistake. Hopefully these additions can help you study for the test. 
Good luck!

### 5/5 — So fun, and designed really well

*2018-12-04*

I downloaded this as I’ve recently started learning Japanese. I’ve been doing it for like four months, so I can read Hiragana and Katakana but I’ve started learning kanji and sentence structure and realized that it takes some time to process Kana when actually reading. This app is helpful as when I’m playing I’m able to read and hear it out loud and instantly have to connect it, combined with actions to match up the syllable and the sound. I haven’t had it for long but it’s really well designed. Plus the app is super cute!!!

**Developer response:** Hi, 
Thanks for your review. 
We are very happy you are pleased with the application!
Have fun learning Japanese!

### 5/5 — Learning Hiragana and Katakana

*2018-10-24*

Great way to practice Japanese!

## Frequently asked questions about Tokyo Ride

### What is the learning methodology used in Tokyo Ride?

Tokyo Ride employs a gamified approach to learning Japanese. Users collect characters and explore Tokyo locations, making the study of hiragana, katakana, and kanji an engaging experience rather than traditional rote memorization.

### How does Tokyo Ride help with JLPT preparation?

The app is designed to help users prepare for the JLPT by reinforcing knowledge of hiragana, katakana, and kanji through interactive gameplay. It tests user knowledge and aims to familiarize them with the language elements required for the exam.

### Does Tokyo Ride offer progress tracking?

While the description highlights beating high-scores and testing knowledge, specific details on explicit progress tracking features are not provided. Users can gauge their learning through gameplay performance and character collection.

### What are the subscription options for Tokyo Ride?

Tokyo Ride offers two subscription plans: a monthly subscription for $1.99 and a yearly subscription for $15.99. These subscriptions likely unlock additional features or content beyond the free offering.

### Is Tokyo Ride suitable for beginners?

Yes, Tokyo Ride is designed for learning Japanese from the basics, including hiragana and katakana. Its game-like interface makes it accessible and fun for beginners to start their language journey.

### What devices is Tokyo Ride available on?

Tokyo Ride is available on iPhone and iPod devices. It is designed for iOS users who want to learn Japanese on the go.

### How often is Tokyo Ride updated?

The latest version of Tokyo Ride is 3.9, and it was last updated on January 7, 2020. Further update frequency information is not available in the provided data.

### What do users like most about Tokyo Ride?

Based on user reviews, the gamified approach and the integration of Tokyo landmarks are often cited as enjoyable aspects. The unique method of learning Japanese through play appeals to many.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.9 — 2020-01-07

- Bug fixes in Kanji Packs J and K 
- Bug fix causing incorrect labeling of in-game items 
- Bug fix related to selecting characters, stages and kanji packs

### 3.8 — 2019-12-27

- Free Winter Trip stage 
- Control indicators in the beginning of each ride  
- Monthly access to all the Tokyo Ride feature (characters, rides, and Kanji).
- Yearly access to all the Tokyo Ride feature (characters, rides, and Kanji).
- One time purchase for all JLPT Kanji Decks in Tokyo Ride
- Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 3.7 — 2019-11-08

- New Kanji packs (all N2) 
- New Rocker Riku character 
- New Ninja Riku character
- Bug fixes

### 3.5 — 2019-07-27

Escape from the summer heat of the city and study Japanese on a Tropical Island! 
The Summer Trip stage is now available for free! 

New N2 Kanji Packs! 

- N2 Kanji Pack E
- N2 Kanji Pack F
- N2 Kanji Pack G
- N2 Kanji Pack H

Speed adjustments 
Performance improvements

### 3.3 — 2019-06-25

- Hiragana and Katakana pronunciation during the Ride added 
- Pocket Tokyo Drone Riku added 
- N3 Kanji pack added [get all the N3 kanji in one package for a cheaper price] 
- N2 [A,B,C,D] kanji packs added 
- Bug fixes 
- Performance improvements

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