# YomiNavi — 日本語を読むための学習サポート

> 日本語を読むための学習サポート (iPhone/iPad app by NIPPON SOSHIN K.K..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yominavi/id6778437619 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [NIPPON SOSHIN K.K.](https://appshunter.io/developer/6778437621)
- Category: Education
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.5 · 145 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-06-13
- Data updated: 2026-07-31
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yominavi/id6778437619/reviews.md

## What is YomiNavi?

YomiNavi is a Japanese learning and reading support app designed for JLPT N5, N4, N3, N2 and N1 preparation, as well as everyday Japanese reading.

In addition to JLPT grammar, meaning, vocabulary and mock test practice from N5 to N1, YomiNavi helps you read Japanese from web pages, pasted text, camera scans and photos on your device. You can view furigana and translations, check unfamiliar words or expressions, and save useful vocabulary for later review.

Use YomiNavi for JLPT study, news, school or workplace notices, menus, product descriptions and other Japanese text you encounter in daily life.

Main Features

■ JLPT N5–N1 Grammar and Meaning Study
Learn grammar and expressions by JLPT level, including meanings, usage and example sentences.

■ JLPT N5–N1 Mock Questions
Practice level-based JLPT questions and review grammar, vocabulary and reading comprehension.

■ Web Reading
Browse Japanese websites in the app and display furigana for supported text. Look up meanings, translations and save words while reading.

■ Text Reading
Paste Japanese text and view it with furigana and translation. You can switch furigana display on or off to match your reading style.

■ Photo Reading and OCR
Recognize Japanese text from camera images or photos on your device. Switch between original text, furigana and translation.

■ Word and Sentence Explanations
Select unfamiliar words or expressions to check pronunciation, meaning, usage and example sentences. Context-based explanations help you understand how a word is used in the sentence.

■ Dictionary Search
Search Japanese words or expressions directly to check readings and meanings.

■ Text-to-Speech
Listen to words, example sentences and Japanese passages to check pronunciation and intonation.

■ Daily Japanese
Learn one Japanese expression every day with reading, meaning, example sentences, usage, audio and vocabulary saving.

■ Situational Japanese
Study practical Japanese expressions through everyday conversation scenes. Choose a difficulty level, check translations and listen to full conversation audio.

■ Vocabulary Notebook and Review
Save words you want to remember and review them with vocabulary cards. Separate learned words from words you want to check again.

■ Reading History and Learning Records
Review recently read articles and web pages. Track study streaks, words learned this week, saved vocabulary and review progress.

■ Display Settings and Language Support
Choose how furigana is displayed and use dark mode. The app interface supports Japanese, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, English and Korean. Translation target languages include Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, English, Korean, Vietnamese, Indonesian, Portuguese and Thai.

With YomiNavi, JLPT N5–N1 study and everyday Japanese reading become easier to understand.

※ Some translation, word explanation and content retrieval features require an internet connection.
※ Camera and photo features require device access permission.


## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2.5 — 2026-07-04

v1.2.4 Release Notes (English)

New Features
- Everyday Nouns — New flashcard feature with images and audio. 290 words across 17 categories including food, clothing, transport, body parts, weather, colors, and occupations. Tap any card to hear pronunciation.
- JLPT Practice Exams — Past exam exercises added to the Learn tab.
- Scene Japanese dialogues significantly expanded.
- App version number now shown on the Settings screen.
 Improvements
- Learn tab menu fully localized in all 5 supported languages.
- Home screen redesigned with refreshed weekly summary.
- Renamed "JLPT対策" to "文法・語彙" (Grammar & Vocab).

### 1.2.4 — 2026-06-29

New Features
- JLPT Prep: Study N1–N5 vocabulary and grammar by level, with keyword search, example sentences, and detailed explanations
- JLPT Practice Exams: Tackle past exam questions in listening and reading formats, including picture and audio questions, with scoring and answer explanations after each session
- AI Conversation Practice: Choose a scenario and practice speaking Japanese with AI, then receive feedback on your grammar and expressions

Improvements
- Redesigned "This Week" section on home: weekday bar chart, study streak indicator, tap to view full learning log
- Larger furigana in the web reader for easier reading
- Cleaner home screen layout

### 1.2.3 — 2026-06-28

New Features
- JLPT Prep: Study N1–N5 vocabulary and grammar by level, with keyword search, example sentences, and detailed explanations
- JLPT Practice Exams: Tackle past exam questions in listening and reading formats, including picture and audio questions, with scoring and answer explanations after each session
- AI Conversation Practice: Choose a scenario and practice speaking Japanese with AI, then receive feedback on your grammar and expressions

Improvements
- Redesigned "This Week" section on home: weekday bar chart, study streak indicator, tap to view full learning log
- Larger furigana in the web reader for easier reading
- Cleaner home screen layout

### 1.2.2 — 2026-06-26

"New: JLPT Past Exams — practice real exam questions for N1–N5 with answer review",

    "Improved: Voice reading now uses Microsoft Nanami for more natural pronunciation",

    "Web Reader: Long-press hint added to help you look up words more easily",

    "Bug fixes and general improvements"

### 1.2.1 — 2026-06-23

New Features】
  ・Scene Japanese: Learn expressions for real-life situations like restaurants and workplaces
  ・JLPT Study: Systematically study vocabulary and grammar for N1–N5

  【Improvements】
  ・Bug fixes and performance improvements

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