Best Waseigo Apps

Hibi: Learn Real Japanese

Hiragana, kanji, sentences

Free

Learn to read Japanese with this app, starting with hiragana and katakana, then progressing to kanji and real-life sentences. It uses spaced repetition for effective review and offers short video clips to immerse you in the language.

Nihongo - Japanese Dictionary

Kanji, kana, vocab and grammar

Free

This app acts as an offline Japanese dictionary, translator, and reading assistant. It helps users learn Japanese by identifying words in daily life, translating text from images or pasted content, and creating flashcards for vocabulary building. Features include a comprehensive dictionary, OCR photo lookup, and a reading assistant with furigana support.

Infinite Japanese: Vocabulary

Learn vocabulary the fun way!

Free

Master Japanese vocabulary through engaging, space-themed games. This app uses a multi-sensory approach with text, audio, and visuals to aid memorization. It supports all Japanese writing systems and offers offline learning with customizable review challenges.

Kotomora: Japanese Dictionary

Learn Vocabulary & Kanji

Free

This app offers a comprehensive Japanese dictionary with advanced search options, including handwriting recognition. It provides in-depth word analysis, example sentences, and translation guides to help learners understand natural Japanese usage and nuances.

Yomiwa - Japanese Dictionary

with Optical Recognition

Free

This app helps you learn and understand Japanese through a comprehensive dictionary, powerful OCR for text recognition, and interactive flashcards. It also offers a community forum for users to ask questions and get help with the language.

Wordload: Japanese Vocabulary

Learn kanji & words every day

Free

This app uses a progressive overload system to help you learn Japanese vocabulary and kanji. It adapts the learning load based on your retention and recall speed, offering reading, listening, and typing exercises with native audio. Progress is automatically backed up and synced across devices.

Wagotabi Lite: Learn Japanese

Learn Japanese

Free

Explore Japan and learn Japanese through interactive content. Master Hiragana, Katakana, Kanji, and grammar points aligned with JLPT standards. This free demo version offers a taste of immersive language learning.

ManabuLab: Learn Japanese

Hiragana, Katakana & Kanji

Free

Master Japanese alphabets, kanji with mnemonics, and everyday vocabulary. Build grammar understanding and reading skills from the start with structured lessons and a smart review system. Designed for beginners to develop real language proficiency.

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.

Daily Japanese Word

Lock Screen Vocabulary Widget

Free

Learn a new Japanese word daily with a lock screen widget. Get the word, its meaning, and romaji, with an optional quiz. Works offline and allows custom word imports.

Sumi: Learn Japanese

Kanji, kana and real reading

Free

This app offers a structured approach to learning Japanese, focusing on kanji, kana, and reading comprehension. It breaks down character origins, provides guided lessons, and includes a comprehensive reference library. The experience is designed to be quiet and focused, with offline functionality.

Learn Japanese: Sensei

Tae Kim's grammar guide

Free

Master Japanese grammar with this comprehensive guide. Learn intuitively from a Japanese perspective with 69 free lessons, progress tracking, and vocabulary audio. Covers everything from writing systems to advanced topics.

Aomi Japanese: Speaking

Learn Japanese pitch-accent

Free

This app uses pitch-accent recognition and visualization technology to train your Japanese speaking skills and pronunciation. It helps you develop articulation, learn proper pronunciation, and enrich your vocabulary with native expressions through visual feedback.

Hiragana Sensei 2

Learn Japanese Hiragana!

Free

Master Japanese hiragana through engaging mini-games and interactive stories. This app offers bite-sized lessons for beginners and vocabulary building for intermediate learners, with cultural insights included. Enjoy offline functionality for learning on the go.

6000 Words - Learn Japanese Language for Free

by Andrian Andronic

Free

Master Japanese vocabulary with over 6,000 words, phonetic transcriptions, and native speaker pronunciations. Engage in fun games and review tools to enhance your learning journey. This app offers a comprehensive and enjoyable way to build Japanese language skills.

Made-in-Japan English

Wasei-eigo

Free

Explore "made-in-Japan English" (wasei-eigo), words with English roots that have evolved unique meanings in Japan. This app provides a list of famous wasei-eigo terms with explanations and allows you to hear their Japanese pronunciation at adjustable speeds.

JLPT Japanese Listening - Koto

Nihongo Kana & Flashcards

Free

Learn Japanese through short, authentic video clips featuring native speakers. Enhance listening comprehension with word-by-word synchronized captions and practice speaking with AI feedback. Build vocabulary with smart flashcards and track your progress through JLPT levels.