250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed
Out of 250+ nihongo kana apps on iOS, 19 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 5.0★ (4) | No | No | Oct 2026 | |
| 2 |  | Free | 4.8★ (74) | No | No | May 2026 | |
| 3 |  | Free | 4.8★ (22K) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 4 |  | Free | 4.8★ (13K) | No | No | Oct 2026 | |
| 5 |  | Free | — | Yes | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 6 |  | Free | 4.9★ (18K) | Yes | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 7 |  | $2.99 | 4.0★ (1) | No | No | Oct 2026 | |
| 8 |  | Free | 4.8★ (3.6K) | No | No | Oct 2026 |
Master Japanese Hiragana and Katakana with interactive lessons and multiple practice modes. Designed for beginners, it offers offline learning and progress tracking with native audio. Learn to read and write basic Japanese words effectively.
Master the fundamentals of Japanese writing with this app. It teaches the 92 basic signs and their derivatives from the Hiragana and Katakana syllabaries, essential for beginners.
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.
