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ReadNihongo
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Learn Japanese by reading delightful stories

Graded stories with furigana, instant dictionary lookups, and smart spaced repetition—so you learn faster while enjoying the read.

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Why ReadNihongo

Designed for learners at every level. Read with furigana, tap words for instant meanings, and review vocabulary you actually encountered.

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Graded stories

Hand-crafted short stories with clear language and topics you care about.

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Furigana & readings

Toggle furigana per story and per word to match your level.

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Instant lookups

Tap any word for meanings, pitch accent, and example sentences.

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Smart reviews

Spaced repetition built on vocabulary from your reading history.

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Everywhere

Works on web, iOS, and Android with syncing.

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Privacy-first

Your data stays in your account and can be exported anytime.

See it in action

Tap words for instant meanings, toggle furigana to suit your level, and build long-term memory with smart reviews.

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What learners say

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