About KanaDojo
Last Updated: April 8, 2026
A modern, free platform for learning Japanese characters and vocabulary
Our Mission
KanaDojo was created to make learning Japanese writing systems and vocabulary accessible, effective, and free for everyone. We believe that mastering Hiragana, Katakana, and Kanji shouldn't be a frustrating experience, but an engaging journey supported by modern technology and proven learning techniques.
What We Offer
🔤 Kana Training
Interactive games and exercises for mastering Hiragana and Katakana through spaced repetition and active recall.
漢 Kanji Study
Comprehensive kanji learning organized by JLPT levels with readings, meanings, and example words.
📚 Vocabulary Builder
Thousands of Japanese words organized by JLPT level and difficulty with audio, examples, and practice modes.
🛠️ Learning Tools
Japanese translator with romaji support, verb conjugator, kana chart, and Anki converter for flexible learning.
Our Approach
Evidence-Based Learning
We incorporate proven learning techniques like spaced repetition, active recall, and progressive difficulty to maximize retention and minimize study time.
Gamification & Engagement
Learning should be engaging, not boring. Our gamified approach with achievements, streaks, and progress tracking keeps you motivated.
Always Free
We believe quality Japanese learning resources should be accessible to everyone. All core features are free and always will be.
Modern Technology
Built with cutting-edge web technologies for fast performance, offline support, and cross-device synchronization via browser storage.
Trusted Data Sources
KanaDojo is built on authoritative Japanese language data maintained by experts:
- JMdict - Japanese-English dictionary by the Electronic Dictionary Research and Development Group
- KANJIDIC - Comprehensive kanji character database
- JLPT Vocabulary Lists - Community-maintained lists organized by test level
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Built With Modern Technology
KanaDojo is built with production-grade web technologies to ensure fast performance, reliability, and a great user experience:
Next.js 15 - React Framework
TypeScript - Type Safety
Tailwind CSS - Styling
Open Source
KanaDojo is open source and available on GitHub. We welcome contributions, feedback, and suggestions from the community.
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