Learn Japanese for beginners: from basic Hiragana characters to real Japanese conversation, with a detailed roadmap and short daily lessons.
- 10,000,000+ learners worldwide
- Rated 4.8 with 50,000+ reviews
- The beginner-friendly way to learn Japanese
HeyJapan Core Features
1. Hiragana & Katakana - the foundation every Japanese learner needs
- Master all 50 Hiragana sounds in just 5 days
- Voice recognition for instant pronunciation feedback
- Stroke-order animations for every character
2. Japanese Conversation - speak from your very first lesson
- 500+ dialogue patterns for travel, daily life, and casual chat
- Anime dubbing mode - voice scenes from popular anime for low-pressure speaking practice
- Listen / repeat / speak naturally builds real reflexes, not just memorized phrases
3. Ultimate Lesson - your own custom Japanese course (NEW)
- Pick any topic and a fresh lesson is built around it - vocabulary, example sentences, and grammar all included
- Free conversation mode to apply what you just learned right away
4. Japanese Vocabulary - visual flashcards that actually stick
- 1,000+ flashcards link Japanese words to pictures
- Stroke-order guidance for every Kanji character
- Sorted by level so your nihongo vocabulary grows step by step
5. JLPT Prep - when you're ready to test yourself
- Real exam questions and unlimited mock tests with detailed answers
- Practice by skill: vocabulary, grammar, reading, and listening
- N5 to N3 learning path at your own pace
Whether you want to travel to Japan, watch anime without subtitles, or simply love the language, HeyJapan keeps your Japanese learning journey clear from day one.We're always here to listen and solve any issues. HeyJapan keeps working hard to deliver the best Japanese lessons. Issues may still arise, so we'd love your feedback to make the app even better. Please send your thoughts to heyjapan@eupgroup.net.
Latest Version
3.5.5Uploaded by
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Requires Android
Android 7.0+
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Everyone
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