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Enhance your Japanese language skills with AI-powered subtitles and shadowing. Import various media to generate timed subtitles with furigana, romaji, and translations. Organize your learning materials and practice listening and speaking with real-world content.
What's New in YomiPlay
1.9.8
August 30, 2026
Read Translations Aloud · Each line's translation is spoken after it plays, so you don't have to stop and read the subtitle · Choose whether the translation comes before or after the original, with a pause in between for thinking — a fixed length, or scaled to how long the line is · Pick the primary or secondary translation, and choose the voice Peek at a Single Translation · With translations hidden, tap the button on the current subtitle to reveal just that one line · Lines that haven't been translated yet are translated on the spot Redesigned Answer Input · The input moved under the question, showing your answer the way an answer should look · The keyboard switches to the card's answer language automatically · Long answers wrap and scroll instead of running off the edge More Flexible Review · Daily and per-deck sessions can now run new items only or reviews only, so a backlog of new items no longer blocks your reviews Also · "How do I say this?" now shows which deck it saves to before you search, and remembers your last choice · Tap the Today card on the memorization home screen to start right away · Fixed: the built-in reading dictionary and your pinned readings were ignored after manually re-splitting words
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YomiPlay Pro Monthly
Unlock Pro features with unlimited recognition
In-App Purchases
$19.99
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Pay once, use forever
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FAQ
How does YomiPlay help with Japanese learning?
YomiPlay uses AI to generate subtitles for imported audio and video, providing furigana, romaji, and translations. This aids comprehension and pronunciation practice through listening and shadowing.
What types of media can I import into YomiPlay?
You can import audio, video, or podcast URLs, as well as local files from your device or photo library, allowing for diverse learning material.
Does YomiPlay offer different subtitle options?
Yes, YomiPlay supports multi-layer subtitles including furigana, romaji, and English hints for loanwords, enhancing understanding and pronunciation.
How does YomiPlay track my learning progress?
The app automatically saves and organizes your learning materials within a dedicated learning library, which can be grouped and searched for easy access and review.
What are the subscription options for YomiPlay Pro?
YomiPlay Pro offers monthly and yearly subscription plans. The monthly plan is $0.99, and the yearly plan is $8.99, providing access to premium features.
Is YomiPlay suitable for beginners?
Yes, YomiPlay is designed for Japanese learners from beginner to JLPT levels, making it accessible for those just starting out.
Does YomiPlay have ads?
No, YomiPlay does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and use with optional in-app purchases for premium features.
On which devices can I use YomiPlay?
YomiPlay is available on iPhone and iPad devices, offering a seamless learning experience across Apple's mobile platforms.









