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Best Japanese Vocabulary Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated September 2026

Out of 250+ japanese vocabulary apps on iOS, 20 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Japanese Vocabulary Apps (September 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Lirer: Learn JapaneseLirer: Learn JapaneseFree4.7โ˜… (654)NoYesSep 2026
2Saru: Japanese VocabularySaru: Japanese VocabularyFreeโ€”NoYesJul 2026
3renshuu - Japanese learningrenshuu - Japanese learningFree4.9โ˜… (1.3K)NoYesOct 2026
4PORO ใƒผ Japanese VocabularyPORO ใƒผ Japanese VocabularyFree4.7โ˜… (38)YesYesSep 2026
5Shirabe JishoShirabe JishoFree4.9โ˜… (8.8K)NoYesOct 2026
6Japanese Vocabulary ExamJapanese Vocabulary ExamFreeโ€”NoNoMay 2026
7Learn Japanese VocabularyLearn Japanese VocabularyFree4.1โ˜… (18)YesYesOct 2026
8Mainichi - Learn JapaneseMainichi - Learn JapaneseFreeโ€”NoYesSep 2026

Top Picks for Japanese Vocabulary

Lirer: Learn Japanese#1

Lirer: Learn Japanese by Bunpo Language Learning

kana, Kanji, Vocabulary & jlpt
Editor's Choice
๐Ÿ“š Education
4.7๐Ÿ˜Š(654 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Master Japanese vocabulary and alphabets from beginner to advanced levels. This app offers native speaker audio, personalized reviews, and comprehensive lessons for all JLPT levels. It includes quizzes and a searchable dictionary to enhance your learning journey.

What We Love

  • ๐Ÿš€ Great for vocabulary learning
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Easy to use
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Good teaching style
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Helpful for beginners
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Useful for JLPT preparation

Room to Improve

  • ๐Ÿ› Bugs and technical issues
  • ๐Ÿ”’ Lack of support for paid subscribers
  • ๐Ÿ’ก Need for better spaced repetition
  • ๐Ÿ’ก Desire for more practice questions
  • ๐Ÿ’ก Lack of audio playback for wrong answers
renshuu - Japanese learning#3

renshuu - Japanese learning by Michael Hominick

Pick up words, kanji, and more
Worth Considering
๐Ÿ“š Education
4.9๐Ÿ˜Š(1.3K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Learn Japanese vocabulary, kanji, and grammar through engaging quizzes and games. Offers personalized learning paths, rich study materials with audio and images, and a unique quiz system designed for the Japanese language. Enjoy a fun, ad-free experience with a supportive community.

What We Love

  • ๐Ÿ‘ Helpful for learning Japanese
  • ๐ŸŽจ Cute and engaging design
  • ๐Ÿ”“ Extensive free features
  • ๐Ÿค Responsive and caring developers
  • ๐Ÿ“š Comprehensive learning resources
  • ๐ŸŽฎ Fun and interactive games
  • ๐ŸŒฑ Evolving character motivates learning
  • ๐Ÿง  Effective for memorization and retention
  • ๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Useful for practicing speaking and writing
  • ๐ŸŒ Supportive and active community

Room to Improve

  • ๐Ÿคฏ Overwhelming UI for some users
  • ๐Ÿ•ฐ๏ธ Occasional performance issues
  • ๐Ÿ”’ Certain features locked behind paywall

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FAQ about Japanese Vocabulary

What are the best japanese vocabulary apps for iPhone?
Lirer: Learn Japanese tops our japanese vocabulary apps ranking as of September 2026, with a 4.7-star average from 654 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes โ€” 20 of the top japanese vocabulary apps we rank are free to download, including Lirer: Learn Japanese and Saru: Japanese Vocabulary.
Lirer: Learn Japanese has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.
We track 250+ japanese vocabulary apps on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

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