Best Dakanji Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.1 avg rating

20 free apps

Updated October 2026

If you already know DaKanji, this is the deeper bench. 250+ dakanji apps for iPhone, all reviewed and ranked by user rating, recency, and download trend as of October 2026.

Compare top Dakanji Apps (October 2026)

#	App	Price	Rating	Ads	In-App Purchases	Updated
1	DaKanji	Free	4.8★ (16)	No	No	Oct 2026
2	KodamaDict	Free	—	No	Yes	Jun 2026
3	Japanese	Free	4.8★ (3.6K)	No	No	Oct 2026
4	Kiratoru	Free	—	No	Yes	Aug 2026
5	Kanji!	Free	2.0★ (1)	No	No	May 2026
6	KanjiPeek	Free	—	No	Yes	Jun 2026
7	Japan Kanji Dictionary	Free	—	No	Yes	Oct 2026
8	Japanese-kanji2(22-kanjis)	Free	3.0★ (1)	No	No	Sep 2026

Top Picks for Dakanji

#1

DaKanji by Dario Klepoch

Editor's Choice

4.8(16 ratings)

Free

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Learn Japanese with this comprehensive tool. Look up words in a multi-language dictionary, identify Kanji by drawing them, and add pronunciation guides to text. Organize your studies with custom word lists and practice with audio and mnemonics.

#2

KodamaDict by KodamaLabs s. r. o.

Japanese - English Dictionary

Strong Contender

0.0(0 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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#3

Japanese by renzo Inc.

More than a dictionary

Worth Considering

4.8😊(3.6K ratings)

Free

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This comprehensive language learning tool offers an extensive dictionary with over 175,000 entries and 58,000 example sentences. It includes advanced features like handwriting recognition, conjugation search, and a text reader, alongside flashcard study tools and JLPT-specific lists. Learn Japanese offline with this pocket-sized study companion.

What We Love

📚 Comprehensive dictionary with detailed information
🔍 Efficient search options (kanji, radicals, handwriting)
🗂️ Customizable vocabulary lists and flashcards
💡 Helpful features like JLPT/Kanji Kentei levels, example sentences
🆓 Completely free with no ads

Room to Improve

🐛 Handwriting recognition issues, especially on newer iOS versions
🔇 Text-to-speech function not working for some users
🔀 Inconsistent organization of example sentences and conjugations

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Scan. Learn. Master Japanese.

Master the 100 most common Japanese Kanji characters to quickly improve your reading comprehension. This app helps you allocate your study time efficiently, focusing on the most frequently used characters for faster understanding.

Learn 100 most popular KanjiEfficient Japanese learningSmart time allocation

Daily Kanji Learning

Japan Kanji Dictionary

Japan Kanji Dictionary

Japan Kanji Dictionary

Master Japan Kanji characters

Japanese-kanji2(22-kanjis)

Japanese-kanji2(22-kanjis)

Japanese-kanji2(22-kanjis)

Learn Japanese kanji through categorized lessons with visual aids and reward stamps. Engage in kanji games to reinforce learning and track your progress. This version focuses on kanji taught in elementary school.

Kanji categorized by themesVisual learning aidsReward stamps for completion

Kanji Lookup and Dictionary

This app helps users learn and look up Kanji characters. It offers multiple search methods, including handwriting and radicals, along with pronunciation, meaning, and stroke order details. A built-in Japanese-English and Japanese-Japanese dictionary and translator are also included.

Kanji lookup by handwriting, radicals, or direct inputPronunciation, meaning, and stroke order displayJapanese-English dictionary

free with in-app purchases

Color Kanji Plus

Color Kanji Plus

Color Kanji Plus

Learn Kanji in Game

Midori (Japanese Dictionary)

Midori (Japanese Dictionary)

Midori (Japanese Dictionary)

by Sukolsak Sakshuwong

A comprehensive Japanese dictionary app offering extensive word and kanji entries, example sentences, and advanced search capabilities. It supports offline use and includes features like flashcards and stroke order diagrams to aid language learning.

Extensive Japanese-English dictionaryKanji entries with stroke orderExample sentences with furigana

by benoit bruyere

Tsurukame - For WaniKani

Tsurukame - For WaniKani

Tsurukame - For WaniKani

Learn Japanese Kanji

Master Japanese Kanji and vocabulary with a native iOS app that leverages WaniKani's spaced repetition system. Enjoy offline access to lessons and reviews, with progress syncing automatically when you reconnect. Track your learning with detailed progress graphs.

WaniKani SRS integrationOffline lessons and reviewsProgress graphs

Japanese Dictionary Takoboto

Japanese Dictionary Takoboto

Japanese Dictionary Takoboto

Japanese language study tool

This app is a comprehensive Japanese-English dictionary and language learning tool. It offers detailed information on words, including example sentences, kanji details, and conjugated forms. Search functionality supports various input methods like kanji, kana, and romaji.

200,000+ Japanese words with English translationsSearch by kanji, kana, romaji, or alphabetExample phrases and conjugated forms

Japanese KANJI Touch&Sounds

Japanese KANJI Touch&Sounds

Japanese KANJI Touch&Sounds

Learn Japanese KANJI with interactive sound and typing features. Press characters to hear them pronounced and type them to practice pronunciation. Recommended for anyone wanting to master Japanese writing.

Learn Japanese KANJIInteractive sound playbackTyping practice

Jisho AI: Japanese Dictionary

Jisho AI: Japanese Dictionary

Jisho AI: Japanese Dictionary

Offline English & Kanji Lookup

JDict Dictionary

JDict Dictionary

JDict Dictionary

by Mercury Software Japan Inc.

This bilingual dictionary provides quick lookups for English and Japanese words. It contains over 110,000 entries, facilitating language learning and translation for users.

Bilingual English-Japanese dictionary110,000 word entriesTwo-way translation

Live Kanji Reader & Dictionary

Instantly see Japanese readings above kanji in real-time with a live camera overlay. Freeze frames to inspect words, break them down character by character, and access detailed dictionary entries with definitions and example sentences. Ideal for learners seeking a practical reading aid.

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Learn Japanese Kanji right NOW

Master Japanese Kanji with this free, interactive study tool. Learn through stroke-order practice, reading, writing, and engaging quizzes. Ideal for all levels, including JLPT preparation.

Study Kanji by grade levelStroke-order learningHand-writing Kanji dictionary

free with in-app purchases

My Japanese Vocabulary

My Japanese Vocabulary

My Japanese Vocabulary

Japanese language learning

FAQ about Dakanji

What are the best dakanji apps for iPhone?

DaKanji tops our dakanji apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 16 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.

Are there free dakanji apps for iPhone?

Yes — 20 of the top dakanji apps we rank are free to download, including DaKanji and KodamaDict.

Does DaKanji have ads or in-app purchases?

DaKanji has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.

How many dakanji apps are on the App Store?

We track 250+ dakanji apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.