yomichan

選択したテキストにふりがなを付ける

Yomichan Chrome Extension: Japan Language Learning Tool

Yomichan is a Chrome extension highly beneficial for foreigners trying to understand the complexities of the Japanese language. While reading news or online content, users can select a bit of text and Yomichan will present the Furigana reading of that text. This interactive feature aids in enhancing the reading and learning experience by simplifying difficult words, making news reading and Japanese language learning a seamless process.
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Extension stats

Manifest V3
Users: 7,000+
Rating: 4.70
(10)
Version: 1.1.0 (Last updated: 2024-04-17)
Creation date: 2020-07-16
Permissions:
  • storage
Size: 16.34M
Full description: See detailed description

Other platforms

Not available on Android
Not available on Firefox
Not available on Edge

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Very useful for learning Japanese
  • Convenient and accurate for recognizing Kanji
  • Helps with vocabulary and Kanji understanding
  • Lightweight and easy to use
Cons
  • Difficult to read due to color scheme
  • Need for adjustable text and background colors
  • Text size is too small for some users
  • Lacks English translation for highlighted text
Most mentioned
  • Need for better color customization for readability
  • Desire for adjustable text size
  • Request for English translations when highlighting text
User reviews
The extension is very useful, but please add an English translation when highlighting text, as this would greatly help beginners in learning Japanese.
by Radma123, 2024-08-24

かなり便利な拡張機能です 質問:URLバーに"yomi "と入力するとなんか出てくるのはなんですか?
by kumoko3, 2024-08-02

基本的に高度な日本語スキルを持っていま。しかし、言語学習は生涯にわたるプロセスです。知らない語彙や漢字がまだたくさんあります。まっ英語でもそうです。💭😉 Yomichan拡張機能は大いに役立ちました。この拡張を開発し、利用できるようにしてくれてあなたの努力に心から感謝しています。ありがとうございます。TokyoJerry
by Jerry Suppan, 2024-06-25
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Extension safety

Risk impact

yomichan requires very minimum permissions.

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