# Japanese

> More than a dictionary

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id290664053](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id290664053)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id290664053`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** renzo Inc.
- **Category:** Reference
- **Rating:** 4.80 / 5 (3,591 ratings)
- **Version:** 4.6.1
- **Last updated:** 2019-12-28
- **First published:** 2019-02-12
- **Size:** 248 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-19
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/japanese/id290664053)
- **Website:** [https://www.japaneseapp.com](https://www.japaneseapp.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.japaneseapp.com/privacy-policy](https://www.japaneseapp.com/privacy-policy)

## Description

Japanese is the ultimate offline study companion for learners of Japanese. It combines a massive dictionary (175,000+ entries) and 58,000 example sentences with powerful study tools like flashcards, text-to-speech, handwriting recognition, conjugation search, and a text reader to help you learn anywhere.

Designed for on-the-go study, it supports Split View on iPad, custom content, sharing, easy data import from other apps, and reliable backup & restore, making it easy to track progress and master the language.

## Rankings

- #30,167 — Overall

## Review summary

Users praise the app as a free, ad-free, feature-rich Japanese dictionary and study tool with flashcards and lists. The main drawbacks are unreliable speech/pronunciation features, no cloud or cross-device sync, a long period without updates, and occasional Mac-specific issues. Overall, great for learners who want a comprehensive offline resource, especially for JLPT/Kanji study, but expect bugs and limited platform syncing.

### Pros

- Free and ad-free access with no subscription required.
- Rich dictionary with example sentences, furigana, and topic-based organization for quick lookup.
- Built-in study tools like flashcards and custom word lists/decks that support effective memorization.
- Helpful for JLPT and kanji study, including JLPT level tagging, kanji drill features, and furigana toggling.

### Cons

- Pronunciation/speak feature is bugged and often non-functional.
- No cloud sync across devices and limited import/export options; iCloud sync would be welcome.
- Hasn't seen meaningful updates for years, with some bugs remaining unfixed.
- Occasional Mac-specific issues (not designed for Mac, occasional freezes).

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