# PIBO App: Bedtime & Storytime!

> Unlimited Folktales! Ages 0-12

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id765195011](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id765195011)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id765195011`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** EVER SENSE, INC.
- **Category:** Education
- **Rating:** 4.70 / 5 (229 ratings)
- **Version:** 5.8.6
- **Last updated:** 2026-06-18
- **First published:** 2013-12-07
- **Size:** 42 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-22
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pibo-app-bedtime-storytime/id765195011)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://pibo.jp/privacy](http://pibo.jp/privacy)

## Description

PIBO App delivers unlimited folktales with professional Japanese narration, enabling kids ages 0-12 to practice pronunciation while learning hiragana, katakana, and kanji. All books include native Japanese audio to help learners hear authentic pronunciation and improve speaking.

With over 360 books, a mix of world folktales, Japanese folklore, and original stories, PIBO offers ad-free storytelling, auto page turning, and a simple main screen for independent exploration—perfect for bedtime, travel, and family reading.

## Rankings

- #98,755 — Overall

## Review summary

PIBO App is praised for a kid-friendly library, natural read-aloud voices, and strong support for beginner Japanese learners, with visuals aiding comprehension for nightly reading. Reviewers note it's helpful for bilingual families and for practicing listening and reading. However, concerns include the subscription model: after the trial, free access is limited and many features require premium. Additionally, there are reliability issues: frequent errors and connectivity problems. Overall, solid educational value but with licensing and stability caveats.

### Pros

- Read-aloud option with natural voices and follow-along to support beginner readers.
- Large, beginner-friendly library with easy reads and age-based sorting.
- Helpful for bilingual families and practice of listening/reading in Japanese.
- Engaging visuals and stories that make nightly reading enjoyable for kids.

### Cons

- Post-trial subscription model limitations: after the free trial, only a few books per day and essential features gated behind premium.
- Reliability issues: frequent errors and connectivity problems that interrupt reading.

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