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Best Japonica Apps

198+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated May 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good japonica apps. We benchmark 198+ of them on App Store rating, freshness, and pricing, then surface the standouts so you don't have to scroll the App Store yourself.

Compare top Japonica Apps (May 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1JaponicaJaponicaFree—NoNoMay 2026
2JapaneseJapaneseFree4.8★ (3.6K)NoNoAug 2026
3Payke: Save on Your Japan TripPayke: Save on Your Japan TripFree4.8★ (196)NoNoJul 2026
4Tabelog - Food Guide in JapanTabelog - Food Guide in JapanFree4.8★ (2K)NoNoAug 2026
5Learn Japanese EssentialsLearn Japanese EssentialsFree5.0★ (2)NoNoMay 2026
6Langmate: Japanese FriendsLangmate: Japanese FriendsFree4.7★ (9.6K)YesYesAug 2026
7Japanese!! Learn Kana & KanjiJapanese!! Learn Kana & KanjiFree4.8★ (22K)NoYesAug 2026
8JPFansJPFansFree4.6★ (546)NoNoAug 2026

Top Picks for Japonica

Japanese#2

Japanese by renzo Inc.

More than a dictionary
Strong Contender
🔍 Reference
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

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
Payke: Save on Your Japan Trip#3

Payke: Save on Your Japan Trip by 株式会社Payke

Coupons, Translation & Reviews
Worth Considering
🛍️ Shopping
4.8(196 ratings)
Free
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Scan product barcodes to instantly translate information into your language. Discover popular Japanese items, read reviews, and save with coupons. Easily purchase genuine Japanese goods through chat proxy services, even without store assistance.

More Japonica apps to explore

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Tabelog - Food Guide in Japan
Tabelog - Food Guide in Japan
Tabelog - Food Guide in Japan
Restaurant reservation, travel
Free

Discover and reserve tables at Japan's top local restaurants. This app offers extensive reviews, ratings, and real-time booking for diverse dining experiences across the country, making it easy to find the perfect meal whether you're a tourist or a local.

Restaurant search and discoveryAuthentic food ratings and reviewsReal-time table reservations
🍔 Food & Drink
(2K)
free
5
Learn Japanese Essentials
Learn Japanese Essentials
Learn Japanese Essentials
AccelaStudy®
Free

Master Japanese vocabulary and pronunciation efficiently. This app uses spaced repetition and native speaker audio to help you learn quickly and permanently. Sync your progress across devices and study offline.

Native speaker audio for pronunciationSpaced repetition for memorizationSearchable dictionary
📚 Education
(2)
free with in-app purchases
6
Langmate: Japanese Friends
Langmate: Japanese Friends
Langmate: Japanese Friends
Chat with people in Japan
Free

Connect with Japanese locals and Japan enthusiasts globally. Practice natural Japanese conversation, build friendships, and explore Japanese culture. Features include matching, location-based discovery, virtual travel, voice messaging, and handwriting practice.

Swipe, match, and chat with Japanese usersFind people nearby with 'Around Me'Explore Japanese cities virtually
📚 Education
(9.6K)
free with in-app purchases
7
Japanese!! Learn Kana & Kanji
Japanese!! Learn Kana & Kanji
Japanese!! Learn Kana & Kanji
Hiragana, Katakana & Grammar
Free

Master Japanese writing with comprehensive lessons for Hiragana and Katakana. Build vocabulary and grammar skills through engaging quizzes and spaced repetition. Practice reading and writing with audio pronunciation, all offline.

Hiragana and Katakana writing lessonsVocabulary and grammar lessonsSpaced repetition review quizzes
📚 Education
(22K)
free with in-app purchases
8
JPFans
JPFans
JPFans
Shop Japan like a local.
Free

This app acts as a personal shopping agent for international customers wanting to buy Japanese products. It simplifies the process of searching, ordering, and receiving items from Japan, handling everything from seller communication to quality checks and secure delivery.

One-stop shopping agentSimplified international orderingCombine shipments to save costs
🛍️ Shopping
(546)
free
9
Learn Japanese Phrases & Words
Learn Japanese Phrases & Words
Learn Japanese Phrases & Words
Japanese Conversation Guide
Free

Master Japanese conversation with this app. Practice speaking and listening with a native Japanese speaking parrot, learning essential phrases and words for your travels. Offline access makes learning convenient anytime, anywhere.

Learn common Japanese phrases and wordsPractice speaking and listening skillsNative Japanese pronunciation
📚 Education
(90)
free with in-app purchases
10
Japanese English Dictionary +
Japanese English Dictionary +
Japanese English Dictionary +
英和辞典・和英辞典
Free

This app provides a comprehensive Japanese-English and English-Japanese dictionary with definitions, example sentences, and pronunciation. It supports offline use, flashcards for learning, and advanced search options for Kanji, Kana, and English words.

Detailed definitions and examplesOffline accessPronunciation with phonetics
📚 Education
(109)
free with in-app purchases
11
Learn Japanese by MindSnacks
Learn Japanese by MindSnacks
Learn Japanese by MindSnacks
by MindSnacks
Free

Master Japanese reading, writing, and conversation skills through 8 engaging games. Learn over 800 words and phrases with native speaker audio and practice three writing systems. Ideal for all ages, it makes language acquisition fun and effective.

8 addictive learning games800+ Japanese words & phrasesPractice Kana, Kanji, and Romaji
📚 Education
(437)
free with in-app purchases
12
Japanese Dictionary - Nihongo
Japanese Dictionary - Nihongo
Japanese Dictionary - Nihongo
Kanji, kana, vocab and grammar
Free

This app is an offline Japanese study tool that functions as a dictionary, translator, and flashcard creator. It helps users learn Japanese by analyzing text from their surroundings, such as signs and menus, and creating personalized study materials.

Offline Japanese dictionaryPicture-to-text translation (OCR)Automatic flashcard creation
🔍 Reference
(1.8K)
freemium
13
TOM Shop
TOM Shop
TOM Shop
by Tokyo Otaku Mode Co. Ltd.
Free

Discover and purchase authentic Japanese goods, including anime figures, fashion, and collectibles. Enjoy a vast selection, loyalty points, fast delivery, and secure payments. Get restock alerts and read fan reviews.

Authentic Japanese goods25,000+ item selectionTOM Points loyalty program
🛍️ Shopping
(486)
free with in-app purchases
14
Buyee
Buyee
Buyee
Japan Shopping Service
Free

Access and purchase items from numerous Japanese online stores and auction sites. This app simplifies the entire process, from searching and buying to payment and international shipping. Consolidate orders from multiple vendors into a single shipment for convenience.

Shop from 30+ Japanese online storesPurchase from Japanese auction sitesCombine packages from multiple stores
🛍️ Shopping
(4.4K)
free
15
Japan Wi-Fi auto-connect
Japan Wi-Fi auto-connect
Japan Wi-Fi auto-connect
Connect automatically to Wi-Fi
Free

Automatically connects to public Wi-Fi networks across Japan without manual configuration. Once registered, it seamlessly links to trusted Wi-Fi spots in airports, trains, cafes, and more, providing internet access and security. It also offers localized information and supports multiple languages.

Automatic Wi-Fi connectionConnects to secure, trusted access pointsPrevents connection to spoofing access points
✈️ Travel
(1.4K)
free with in-app purchases
16
Learn Japanese - Phrasebook
Learn Japanese - Phrasebook
Learn Japanese - Phrasebook
Learn, Speak Japanese Language
Free

Learn to speak and write Japanese effectively with this easy-to-use phrasebook app. It offers essential translated phrases, native speaker audio, and vocabulary to help you communicate with locals and navigate Japan. Start with free content and unlock more for comprehensive learning.

Essential Japanese phrasesNative speaker audioOffline learning
✈️ Travel
(2K)
free with in-app purchases
17
10 Minute Japanese
10 Minute Japanese
10 Minute Japanese
Learn the language fast!
Free

Master Japanese with just 10 minutes a day. This app uses scientifically proven spaced repetition to help you quickly expand your vocabulary and improve speaking, listening, and writing skills. Learn over 500 new words monthly and cover a year's college course material in just 3 months.

Spaced repetition learning methodVocabulary expansion (500+ words/month)Speaking and listening practice
📚 Education
(394)
subscription
18
In 24 Hours Learn Japanese
In 24 Hours Learn Japanese
In 24 Hours Learn Japanese
Fast, fun and easy learning!
Free

Learn Japanese quickly and effectively with interactive audiovisual lessons. Focus on practical conversation skills with context-aware translations and curated topics. Ideal for busy individuals, travelers, and business professionals.

Interactive audiovisual lessonsScientifically proven learning methodsContext-aware translations
📚 Education
(298)
free with in-app purchases
19
MARU: Learn Japanese Hiragana
MARU: Learn Japanese Hiragana
MARU: Learn Japanese Hiragana
Free Beginner Kana Practices
Free

Master Japanese Hiragana and Katakana with this engaging app. It offers authentic pronunciation, diverse practice methods, and vocabulary building to make learning enjoyable and effective. Start your Japanese journey with a supportive mascot and smart learning tools.

Learn all Hiragana and Katakana charactersAuthentic Japanese voice recordings14 practice varieties
📚 Education
(18K)
free with in-app purchases
20
Japanese Dictionary +
Japanese Dictionary +
Japanese Dictionary +
Translator to learn English
Free

This app offers a comprehensive bilingual dictionary for English and Japanese, with translation capabilities for words and phrases. It supports offline use for over 350,000 entries, including pronunciation and text scanning from images. Gamified learning tools and vocabulary builders are included to aid language acquisition.

Bilingual English-Japanese dictionaryOffline translation for words and phrasesImage text scanning
📚 Education
(222)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Japonica

Are there free japonica apps for iPhone?
Yes — 20 of the top japonica apps we rank are free to download, including Japonica and Japanese.
Japonica has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of May 2026.
We track 198+ japonica apps on the iOS App Store as of May 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.