Best Picture Dictionary Japanese Apps

235+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated July 2026

Out of 235+ picture dictionary japanese 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 Picture Dictionary Japanese Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1English Picture Dictionary for Japanese SpeakersEnglish Picture Dictionary for Japanese SpeakersFreeNoYesMay 2026
2Photo Japanese dictionaryPhoto Japanese dictionaryFreeNoNoMay 2026
3Photo-Japanese DictionaryPhoto-Japanese DictionaryFree2.0★ (1)YesNoMay 2026
4JapaneseJapaneseFree4.8★ (3.4K)NoNoJul 2026
5Shirabe JishoShirabe JishoFree4.9★ (8.6K)NoNoJul 2026
6Japanese Dictionary TakobotoJapanese Dictionary TakobotoFree4.7★ (29)NoNoJul 2026
7Japanese,Japanese,Free4.0★ (5)NoYesMay 2026
8Japanese−English dictionaryJapanese−English dictionaryFreeYesNoMay 2026

Top Picks for Picture Dictionary Japanese

More Picture Dictionary Japanese apps to explore

4
Japanese
Japanese
Japanese
More than a dictionary
Free

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.

Extensive dictionary with 175,000+ entries58,000+ example sentencesHandwriting recognition for kanji/kana
🔍 Reference
(3.4K)
paid
5
Shirabe Jisho
Shirabe Jisho
Shirabe Jisho
Offline dictionary and more
Free

This app provides a comprehensive offline Japanese-English and English-Japanese dictionary. It includes extensive entries, kanji details with stroke order, name databases, and example sentences. Features handwriting recognition and advanced search options for efficient language learning.

Offline Japanese-English dictionaryKanji with stroke orderJapanese names database
🔍 Reference
(8.6K)
free
6
Japanese Dictionary Takoboto
Japanese Dictionary Takoboto
Japanese Dictionary Takoboto
Japanese language study tool
Free

This app is a comprehensive Japanese-English dictionary and language learning tool. It offers detailed information on words, including example sentences, kanji details, and conjugated forms. Search functionality supports various input methods like kanji, kana, and romaji.

200,000+ Japanese words with English translationsSearch by kanji, kana, romaji, or alphabetExample phrases and conjugated forms
📚 Education
(29)
free
7
Japanese,
Japanese,
Japanese,
by Thanh Nguyen Van
Free

This English-Japanese dictionary offers a vast vocabulary with detailed word descriptions and numerous examples. Its user-friendly interface and high performance ensure a smooth learning experience, with full pronunciation support for both languages.

Largest vocabularyDetailed word descriptionsNumerous examples
📚 Education
(5)
free with in-app purchases
8
Japanese−English dictionary
Japanese−English dictionary
Japanese−English dictionary
by Ilya Mukhortov
Free
📚 Education
(0)
9
10ten Japanese Reader
10ten Japanese Reader
10ten Japanese Reader
by Birchill, Inc.
Free

This app provides advanced tools for reading Japanese text, including pitch accent information, automatic dictionary updates, and grammatical form recognition. It supports various text formats and offers extensive customization options for a personalized reading experience.

Pitch accent informationAutomatic dictionary updatesGrammatical form recognition
🔍 Reference
(33)
free
10
Dictionary - Word Search Lex
Dictionary - Word Search Lex
Dictionary - Word Search Lex
Dictionary for normal Language
Free

Access a professional multilingual dictionary for English, Japanese, and Korean. Get detailed definitions, pronunciations, and example sentences. Save your search history and favorites for offline language learning.

Multilingual definitionsPronunciations and examplesAuto-save history
🔧 Utilities
(1)
ad-supported
11
Midori (Japanese Dictionary)
Midori (Japanese Dictionary)
Midori (Japanese Dictionary)
by Sukolsak Sakshuwong
Free
$4.99 | 100% OFF

A comprehensive Japanese dictionary app offering extensive word and kanji entries, example sentences, and advanced search capabilities. It supports offline use and includes features like flashcards and stroke order diagrams to aid language learning.

Extensive Japanese-English dictionaryKanji entries with stroke orderExample sentences with furigana
🔍 Reference
(209)
free
12
Japanese Dictionary - offline
Japanese Dictionary - offline
Japanese Dictionary - offline
Translate Japanese faster
Free
🔍 Reference
(0)
13
Minimal Dictionary
Minimal Dictionary
Minimal Dictionary
Offline minimal dictionary
Free
📚 Education
(0)
14
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
15
Nihongo Master Dictionary
Nihongo Master Dictionary
Nihongo Master Dictionary
by Lingua Battle Inc
Free

This Japanese dictionary app helps users quickly find words and kanji with example sentences and JLPT levels. Create custom study lists and use flashcards to build vocabulary. It also offers popular study lists for common situations like travel and work.

Word and kanji lookupExample sentencesRelated kanji information
📚 Education
(5)
free with in-app purchases
16
Smart Japanese Dictionary
Smart Japanese Dictionary
Smart Japanese Dictionary
Dictionary with explanation
Free
📚 Education
(0)
17
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
18
Learn Japanese by Picture
Learn Japanese by Picture
Learn Japanese by Picture
Easy to learn Japanese
Free
📚 Education
(0)
19
MOJisho: Japanese Dictionary
MOJisho: Japanese Dictionary
MOJisho: Japanese Dictionary
Learn Japanese more naturally.
Free

This app helps millions of Japanese learners by providing extensive vocabulary and recognition for Kana, Kanji, and Romaji. It offers advanced search, handwriting and image recognition for quick input, sentence translation, and personalized learning tools like word lists and spaced repetition.

Kana, Kanji, Romaji recognitionExtensive vocabulary databaseHandwriting and image input
🔍 Reference
(1.4K)
free with in-app purchases
20
JEDict
JEDict
JEDict
by Sergey Kurkin
Free

This app helps users learn Japanese kanji and words through various search methods, including readings, English translations, and graphemes. It features handwritten recognition, OCR, stroke order animations, and JLPT lists for comprehensive study.

Kanji and word searchHandwritten kanji recognitionKanji search by graphemes
📚 Education
(2)
free

FAQ about Picture Dictionary Japanese

Are there free picture dictionary japanese apps for iPhone?
Yes — 20 of the top picture dictionary japanese apps we rank are free to download, including English Picture Dictionary for Japanese Speakers and Photo Japanese dictionary.
English Picture Dictionary for Japanese Speakers has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 235+ picture dictionary japanese apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.