Manabu - Learn Japanese

Master hiragana, katakana, and 80 N5 kanji with FSRS spaced repetition — the same algorithm behind Anki. 7 game modes, achievements, and daily streaks. Free, no ads.

Manabu (学ぶ) takes you from zero to reading Japanese. Learn all three writing systems — hiragana, katakana, and kanji — through structured lessons, spaced repetition, and game modes that keep practice engaging.

STRUCTURED LESSONS

• 46 hiragana with mnemonics and native audio
• 46 katakana unlocked after hiragana
• 80 JLPT N5 kanji with radical breakdowns
• Lessons unlock progressively as you advance

SPACED REPETITION THAT WORKS Reviews are scheduled by FSRS — the same open algorithm behind Anki. It adapts to your memory so you review at exactly the right time. No guesswork, no black box.

7 GAME MODES

• Survival — 3 lives, no timer. How far can you go?
• Speed Blitz — 60-second sprint for high scores
• Typing — type the romaji, no multiple choice
• Listening — hear native audio and identify the character
• Confusion Drill — targets the pairs you mix up most
• Cumulative Test — full assessment across everything you know
• Mixed Kana — hiragana and katakana combined

Games unlock as you learn so you're always challenged at the right level.

STAY MOTIVATED

• XP and levels that reflect real progress
• Daily streak tracking
• Achievements across milestones, speed, mastery, and consistency
• Personalized study plan on your dashboard
• Game high score tracking

REFERENCE TOOLS

• Interactive kana chart with audio for every character
• Achievement gallery to track your journey

BUILT FOR iOS Native SwiftUI app with a dark theme and warm gold accents. Clean, focused interface that stays out of your way. Supports guest mode — no account required to start learning.

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