# nekomimi: learn japanese

> watch anime, play gacha games

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6627333398](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id6627333398)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id6627333398`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** nekomimi japanese llc
- **Category:** Education
- **Rating:** 4.80 / 5 (430 ratings)
- **Version:** 3.5
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-29
- **First published:** 2024-08-12
- **Size:** 183 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-05
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/nekomimi-learn-japanese/id6627333398)
- **Website:** [https://www.nekomimi.co/](https://www.nekomimi.co/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.nekomimi.co/privacy](https://www.nekomimi.co/privacy)

## Description

nekomimi: learn japanese is a gamified language-learning extension that uses FSRS-powered spaced repetition with real media. Learn from anime, video games, manga, songs, and books, collecting cards and building decks as you advance.

From hiragana to advanced vocabulary, track your progress, climb leagues, and battle bosses using your growing vocabulary. Read manga with tap-to-translate and enjoy a learning experience that blends education with your favorite media.

## Rankings

- #76,372 — Overall

## Review summary

Users praise the app for being free, comprehensive in kana/kanji coverage, engaging and easy to use, with strong audio/visual quality and anime-based listening practice. Common drawbacks are pronunciation inconsistencies, limited progression controls for intermediate learners, dislike of AI-generated art, and small UI text that hampers readability.

### Pros

- Free and ad-free, with kanji, hiragana, and katakana all in one app.
- Engaging, fun, and highly motivating; easy to use with a gamified feel.
- High-quality audio and video that loads fast, using anime clips for natural listening practice.
- Great for beginners with a cute, approachable interface and helpful listening/reading support.

### Cons

- Pronunciation and audio can be unclear or mispronounced, leading to mishearing.
- No easy way to skip ahead or customize for intermediate learners.
- AI-generated art for cards and the app icon feels off-putting and reduces motivation.
- Small text in buttons/menus can be hard to read.

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