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Best Sakura Kanji Dictionary Apps

241+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

3.8 avg rating
16 free apps
Updated August 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our sakura kanji dictionary list covers 241+ iPhone apps updated through August 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Compare top Sakura Kanji Dictionary Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Sakura Kanji DictionarySakura Kanji Dictionary$14.99—NoNoMay 2026
2Shirabe JishoShirabe JishoFree4.9★ (8.7K)NoNoAug 2026
3Kanji Learner's DictionaryKanji Learner's Dictionary$19.994.6★ (11)NoNoJul 2026
4imiwa?imiwa?Free4.6★ (252)NoYesAug 2026
5Sakura Japanese DictionarySakura Japanese Dictionary$4.991.0★ (1)NoYesAug 2026
6Sekana: Learn Japanese KanjiSekana: Learn Japanese KanjiFree—YesYesAug 2026
7Midori (Japanese Dictionary)Midori (Japanese Dictionary)Free was $4.994.8★ (211)NoNoAug 2026
8Mazii: Japanese Kanji StudyMazii: Japanese Kanji StudyFree4.8★ (4)YesYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Sakura Kanji Dictionary

Shirabe Jisho#2

Shirabe Jisho by Blazej Stanek

Offline dictionary and more
Strong Contender
🔍 Reference
4.9😊(8.7K ratings)
Free
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Comprehensive dictionary with many features
  • 👍 Easy to use and intuitive interface
  • 💡 Ability to draw kanji for lookup
  • 🚀 Offline functionality

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Search history can get cluttered
  • 👎 Lack of pitch accent information
  • 👎 Some example sentences are of poor quality
Kanji Learner's Dictionary#3

Kanji Learner's Dictionary by CJKI

Kodansha Kanji Learner's Dict.
Worth Considering
🔍 Reference
4.6(12 ratings)
$19.99
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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.

More Sakura Kanji Dictionary apps to explore

4
imiwa?
imiwa?
imiwa?
Japanese dictionary ++
Free

A comprehensive offline Japanese dictionary supporting multiple languages for definitions. It includes kanji information, example sentences, and conjugation tools, making it suitable for learners of all levels.

Offline Japanese dictionaryMultilingual definitionsKanji database
🔍 Reference
(252)
free
5
Sakura Japanese Dictionary
Sakura Japanese Dictionary
Sakura Japanese Dictionary
UniDict® Powered
$4.99

This comprehensive dictionary app provides extensive English-Japanese and Japanese-English translations, powered by the long-standing EDICT database. It offers advanced search capabilities, audio pronunciations, and an optional, detailed Kanji dictionary with handwriting recognition and stroke order animations.

Extensive EDICT databaseEnglish, Japanese, and kana searchAudio pronunciation
🔍 Reference
(1)
paid
6
Sekana: Learn Japanese Kanji
Sekana: Learn Japanese Kanji
Sekana: Learn Japanese Kanji
Flashcards, scan & dictionary
Free
📚 Education
(0)
7
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
(211)
free
8
Mazii: Japanese Kanji Study
Mazii: Japanese Kanji Study
Mazii: Japanese Kanji Study
N5-N1, flashcards, quizzes
Free

Master Japanese Kanji from beginner to advanced levels with detailed meanings, stroke order animations, and SRS flashcards. Includes a built-in dictionary and handwriting practice to build confidence.

Kanji study from N5 to N1Detailed meanings and readingsStroke order animations
📚 Education
(4)
free with in-app purchases
9
Kanji-Kun
Kanji-Kun
Kanji-Kun
Kanji Lookup and Dictionary
Free

This app helps users learn and look up Kanji characters. It offers multiple search methods, including handwriting and radicals, along with pronunciation, meaning, and stroke order details. A built-in Japanese-English and Japanese-Japanese dictionary and translator are also included.

Kanji lookup by handwriting, radicals, or direct inputPronunciation, meaning, and stroke order displayJapanese-English dictionary
🔍 Reference
(84)
free with in-app purchases
10
Radical: Kanji Dictionary
Radical: Kanji Dictionary
Radical: Kanji Dictionary
Kanji Made Radically Easier.
Free
📚 Education
(0)
11
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
12
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
13
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
(3.6K)
paid
14
Remembering the Kanji
Remembering the Kanji
Remembering the Kanji
by Mirai Apps
$10.99

This app provides flashcards and review tools for learning Japanese kanji using the Heisig method. It offers customizable study lists, mnemonic story saving, stroke order animations, and drawing practice. Learn kanji readings and jukugo, and review lessons from the companion books.

Flashcards and review slidesCustomizable study listsMnemonic story saving
📚 Education
(23)
paid
15
Japan Kanji Dictionary
Japan Kanji Dictionary
Japan Kanji Dictionary
Master Japan Kanji characters
Free
📚 Education
(0)
16
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
(53)
free
17
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
18
Japanese Keyboard
Japanese Keyboard
Japanese Keyboard
Keyboard and dictionary in one
Free

Type English words to instantly see Japanese text suggestions directly on your keyboard. This offline tool also allows you to look up Kanjis and write Hiragana/Katakana without switching apps.

English to Japanese word translationIntegrated dictionaryOffline functionality
🔍 Reference
(25)
free
19
Kanji!
Kanji!
Kanji!
Kanji 100
Free

Master the 100 most common Japanese Kanji characters to quickly improve your reading comprehension. This app helps you allocate your study time efficiently, focusing on the most frequently used characters for faster understanding.

Learn 100 most popular KanjiEfficient Japanese learningSmart time allocation
🔍 Reference
(1)
free
20
Minimal Dictionary
Minimal Dictionary
Minimal Dictionary
Offline minimal dictionary
Free
📚 Education
(0)

FAQ about Sakura Kanji Dictionary

Are there free sakura kanji dictionary apps for iPhone?
Yes — 16 of the top sakura kanji dictionary apps we rank are free to download, including Shirabe Jisho and imiwa?.
Sakura Kanji Dictionary has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 241+ sakura kanji dictionary apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.