Best Learn Kanji Pro Apps &amp; Games

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Kanji Study - Learn Japanese! by Luli Languages LLC

Learn via vocab, JLPT N5–N1

Strong Contender

4.7😊(7.2K ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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This app teaches Japanese kanji by focusing on vocabulary words. It offers writing practice with stroke detection and spaced repetition reviews for effective memorization. Learn kanji readings naturally through over 5,000 JLPT-aligned words.

What We Love

🚀 Great app for learning kanji
👍 Effective review system
💡 Organized by JLPT levels
👍 Affordable one-time purchase
👍 Helps with writing practice and muscle memory

Room to Improve

🐛 Sensitive kanji recognition, sometimes doesn't accept correct strokes
🐛 Review sessions can get very long and tedious
🐛 Inconsistent kanji definitions and translations
🐛 Lack of syncing progress across devices

Learn Kanji by Tien Ngo

Kanji JLPT Learning

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Learn Kanji JLPT N5 N4 N3 N2

2.3(6 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

Master Japanese Kanji with interactive flashcards, detailed information, and customizable quizzes. Practice for JLPT exams with tests covering all levels from N1 to N5. Learn stroke order, readings, meanings, and example words.

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