NaraNare: Read Japanese Kanji

Like how people aren't meant to be memorized by their name card. Kanji wasn't meant to be learned with only flashcard.

We interact and see them often enough to finally able to memorize hundreds of people in our life. NaraNare: Read Japanese Kanji helps you learn Kanji through stories.

Built for JLPT N5 and N4 beginners who already know hiragana and katakana and are ready to tackle kanji.

If you finished learning kana (or used our app Kanana), NaraNare is your next step. Instead of drilling kanji in isolation, you learn to read them in real sentences, with full explanations built right in.

HOW IT WORKS

Each category is made up of chapters. Every chapter follows the same clear structure:

- Guided reading: Read Japanese sentences with tap-to-look-up support. See the meaning, reading, and grammar role of any word instantly.
- Built-in dictionary: No need to switch apps. Everything is explained in context.
- Sentence explanations: Understand how words work together, not just what they mean individually.
- Grammar review: Reinforce the JLPT grammar patterns from each lesson.
- Three quizzes: Recall, Reading, and Retype quizzes help the vocabulary from each chapter stick.

Once you complete all chapters in a category, the flashcard deck unlocks. Review all the words at your own pace, then test yourself with four mastery levels: Reading, Listening, Comprehension, and the full Mastery quiz which combines everything and adds a time challenge.


WHAT YOU CAN STUDY

Core vocabulary, kanji, and grammar for the JLPT N5 - N4 exam. Great starting point for absolute beginners.
Build on your foundation with N5-N4-level reading, vocabulary, and grammar structures.

Classic Stories: Read Japanese folk tales like Momotaro in graded lessons covering N5 to early N3. A fun way to push your reading further.


PRICING

The first chapter in every category is free. No pressure, no commitment. Unlock full access with a reading pass when you are ready.

IS THIS FOR YOU?

- You know hiragana and katakana and want to start reading kanji
- You are studying for JLPT N5 or JLPT N4
- You want real Japanese reading practice, not just flashcards
- Kanji feels overwhelming and you want a guided, beginner-friendly approach
- You have tried Duolingo or WaniKani and want something more reading-focused


Download NaraNare and start your first free lesson today.