Shinobi: Read Japanese Stories

Installs

49.8k

Rating

4.8

Rating count

1.6k

Category	Education
Developer	Shinobi LLC
Price	Free
First release	8/11/2024 (11 months ago)
Version	1.1.5
In-app purchases	No
Contains ads	No
Content rating	PEGI 3
Package name	com.shinobiapp.shinobi

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Data Breakdown

Date	Rating Count	Average Rating	Installs	Version
6/24/2025	1,609	4.800	49,772	1.1.5
5/29/2025	1,529	4.800	46,596	N/A
4/10/2025	1,252	4.897	40,005	N/A
4/6/2025	1,250	4.897	40,005	N/A

Details

Discover Shinobi , the app designed for effective, immersive language learning through illustrated stories. Master Japanese at any level by reading, listening, and experiencing the language in a way that’s both captivating and practical.

LEARN JAPANESE READING ILLUSTRATED STORIES

Shinobi Japanese centers on illustrated stories to teach Japanese through visually engaging and culturally rich narratives. Each story takes you through multiple illustrated pages, immersing you in Japan's language, traditions, and everyday expressions. With a wide variety of stories on diverse topics – from fun themes like aliens and magicians to unique, everyday scenarios – Shinobi offers endless ways to learn. Dive into a new adventure every day and broaden your understanding of Japanese culture.

Shinobi combines kanji, vocabulary, and grammar in one experience, teaching you how to use each element correctly within context for deeper understanding and mastery.

Key features in every story:

- One Click: Tap any word for translations, explanations, readings, examples
- Full-Page Translation: Understand entire pages with a single view
- Furigana Toggle: Show or hide readings above kanji for customized learning
- Grammar Explanations : Gain in-depth understanding of Japanese grammar

JAPANESE AUDIO FOR ENHANCED LISTENING SKILLS

Listening comprehension is critical in Japanese learning, and Shinobi provides Japanese audio for every story, along with a slow audio option. This enables you to:

- Practice pronunciation with authentic Japanese voices
- Improve listening comprehension and rhythm
- Follow along at your own pace with adjustable audio speed

BUILD KANJI KNOWLEDGE IN CONTEXT

Learning kanji can be challenging, but Shinobi Japanese integrates kanji naturally into each story, helping you retain kanji by seeing it used in real contexts. With our Click-to-Translate tool, you can:

- Access in-depth kanji breakdowns with meaning and pronunciation
- View example sentences and grammar notes for deeper understanding
- Toggle furigana to control when you see readings above kanji

SMART VOCABULARY REVIEW WITH SRS FLASHCARDS

Bookmark vocabulary as you read and review it later with Shinobi’s Spaced Repetition System (SRS) flashcards, designed to:

- Reinforce memory retention by reviewing words at optimal intervals
- Build a strong vocabulary foundation over time

DAILY NEW CONTENT AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS

Stay engaged with fresh, daily content. Each new story offers unique cultural insights, exposing you to Japan’s customs, everyday life, and rich traditions, making your language journey as educational as it is enjoyable.

PROGRESS TRACKING AND REWARDS

Shinobi Japanese keeps you motivated with progress tracking and rewards. Track your growth and celebrate each milestone as you:

- Earn XP, badges, and other rewards for each completed story
- Keep learning momentum with daily streaks and achievements

LEARN JAPANESE WITH SHINOBI

Shinobi Japanese combines the power of illustrated stories, native audio, and interactive tools to make Japanese learning enjoyable and effective. With Shinobi, every story is a new journey, a new way to master Japanese while exploring the heart of Japan’s culture. Download Shinobi Japanese today and start your adventure to fluency!

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