Guided lessons
A clear order, from your first Japanese sounds to advanced study.
Learn Japanese with a clear path.
Start with the basics, then follow guided lessons, focused practice and reading that grows with you. You always know what to learn next.
Start free. No Japanese knowledge needed.
Learn, practise, then use it.
One place for the skills that make Japanese click. Each part supports the next instead of leaving you with a list of things to memorise.
Quizzes after lessons
Try what you just learned while it is still fresh.
Vocabulary practice
Learn useful words and come back to the ones you forget.
Kanji practice
Connect characters with their meanings, readings and words.
Grammar practice
Put words together and check how sentences work.
Graded reading
Read short stories and passages matched to your level.
The next lesson is already there.
Choose Starter if you are new to Japanese, or begin at a level that fits you. Lessons build in small steps. A quiz helps you use each new idea, and your progress is saved for next time.
- Start at your level.Pick a course without having to plan a whole curriculum.
- Learn one thing at a time.Short lessons introduce a sound, word or pattern in context.
- Practise and continue.Check what you remember, then come back to your next step.
From your first sounds to advanced Japanese
The courses follow JLPT-aligned levels. They are a learning guide, not a promise of exam results.
- StarterSounds, scripts and first sentences
- N5Everyday beginner Japanese
- N4Longer sentences and wider vocabulary
- N3More independent reading
- N2Nuanced language in context
- N1Advanced reading and expression
Make what you learn stick.
Reading an explanation is a start. Answering a question shows what you can really use. Practise kana, vocabulary, kanji and grammar, then see feedback and revisit anything tricky.
- Recognise it. Match sounds, words and characters.
- Use it. Work with grammar and sentences.
- Try again. Keep learning from your answers.
Read Japanese at your level.
1,500 authored readings250 at each level, from Starter to N1.
Move from short beginner passages to more advanced reading. Use furigana, word lookup and reading support when you need a hand, then answer questions to check your understanding.
With Premium, you can also create custom stories for the words and grammar you want to practise.
Start Learning Japanese
A helpful reference when you need one.
Look something up or practise the basics for free. When you want a clear order and saved progress, follow the lessons in the app.
Pick up where you left off.
Your completed lessons and practice stay with your account. Study in your browser or on Android, then return to your next lesson with the same account.
Questions before you begin?
Is Let's Learn! Japanese free?
Yes. Create a free account and try a limited selection of lessons and practice. Premium is the paid option for access to most of the content. You can try the app before deciding to pay.
Is Let's Learn! Japanese suitable for beginners?
Yes. You do not need to know any Japanese. Choose the Starter course to learn Japanese sounds, writing and your first sentences, one lesson at a time.
Do I need to know hiragana or katakana before starting?
No. Hiragana and katakana are the two sets of symbols for Japanese sounds. Together, they are called kana. The app teaches both from the start, so you can begin without knowing them.
Can I learn kanji with Let's Learn! Japanese?
Yes. Kanji are Japanese characters that carry meaning. You can learn their meanings, how to read them and how to write them, then practise remembering them.
Can I use Let's Learn! Japanese on my phone?
Yes. Learn in your phone browser or install the Android app from Google Play. Sign in with the same account to keep your learning together.
What is included with Premium?
Premium opens all guided lessons, unlimited graded practice, the full grammar and authored reading libraries, Custom Reading, and full progress and review tools. See the Pricing page for current recurring plans.
What levels can I study?
Start with the Starter course, then study through N5, N4, N3, N2 and N1. These are JLPT-aligned learning levels, not a guarantee of exam results.
Can I study Japanese at my own pace?
Yes. Study when it suits you, for as long as you like. Repeat a lesson or practise again whenever you need to. There are no set class times.
Your first step is ready.
Create a free account and start learning Japanese in a clear order.