Deaf Navi

Improved Surrounding Sound Monitor recognition for doorbells, knocks, smoke alarms, sirens, and other important sounds.

Deaf Navi is an information and communication support app for Deaf, hard-of-hearing, and hearing-loss communities.

[News and Events]

• Browse Deaf and accessibility news from Japan by category
• Read Deaf Navi World in Japanese (World-JP) or in the original language (Original)
• Find Deaf sports, welfare, and learning events by region

[Guides]

• Search support systems and practical information
• Access guides for the 110 emergency app, NET118 maritime emergency service, hearing-aid medical expense deductions, and employment/life support centers
• View official Tokyo 2025 Deaflympics results and related information

[Everyday Tools]

• Emergency Cards: Create, save, and display messages such as "I am Deaf"
• Communication Board: Use scene-based icons and phrases to communicate without speaking
• Chat Conversation: Exchange typed messages
• Text-to-Speech: Play typed messages aloud
• Sound Detection: Detect surrounding sounds and receive alerts
• Links to sign language dictionaries and transcription or speech-recognition apps
• Links to Japan's Telephone Relay Service and Yometel

No personal data is collected. Saved emergency cards and other saved content remain on your device.