Best Kanji Lookup Pro Apps

4.9(56 ratings)

$1.99

Quickly find the meaning and pronunciation of Japanese Kanji by drawing them on your screen. Access definitions, relevant words, and animated stroke-order diagrams. Ideal for learners seeking a simple and efficient reference tool.

Kanji Lookup by telethon k.k.

Strong Contender

4.6😊(3.1K ratings)

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Quickly find the meaning and pronunciation of unknown Kanji characters by drawing them. This app focuses on fast, easy lookup without complex methods, offering definitions and relevant word examples. It also supports keyboard and pasteboard searches.

What We Love

👍 Easy to use
🚀 Accurate kanji recognition
💡 Comprehensive kanji information
👍 Helpful for learning Japanese
👍 Useful for travel to Japan

Room to Improve

🐛 Occasional recognition issues
💰 Ads can be intrusive
🐛 Camera function not reliable
🔋 Drains battery quickly

Kanji Learner's Dictionary by CJKI

Kodansha Kanji Learner's Dict.

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Flashcards and review slidesCustomizable study listsMnemonic story saving

4.6(12 ratings)

$19.99

This comprehensive dictionary app provides detailed information on 3,002 kanji characters, including meanings, readings, and stroke order diagrams. It offers multiple search methods and is designed for learners of Japanese.

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