JAPANESE VOCABULARY · iOS

Japanese words.
Made memorable.

An image for every word. A way to understand it, recall it, and make it yours.

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6,700+ illustrated wordsN5–N1 vocabulary levels
やわらかい — soft, shown with a memorable image
りょかん — Japanese inn, shown with its image
ふうけい — scenery, with kanji, reading and meaning

MORE THAN A WORD LIST

See the meaning.
Build the connection.

From everyday objects to feelings and ideas, every word has an image. Japanese, readings, and meaning come together in one place.

HIRAGANAふうけい
KANJI + FURIGANA風景ふうけい
ROMAJIfūkei
MEANINGscenery

UNDERSTAND

Stay curious.
Stay in your flow.

A Japanese definition doesn’t have to be a dead end. Tap an underlined word to open its image, reading, and meaning—without leaving the word you’re learning.

Learn Japanese through Japanese, with a little help when you need it.

Tap 固く in the definition of やわらかい to open the hard vocabulary popup while keeping the original card visible
Actual app screens. Dictionary detail enlarged.

REMEMBER

Every word.
Its own timing.

Some words come back sooner. Others can wait. Your answers help shape when each word returns for review.

A personal review schedule, word by word.

Three word cards with different review times and a memory curve showing fading recall refreshed by a review
Illustrative schedules and memory curve. Timing varies.

RECALL

A moment to think.
Then, the answer.

Look at the image. Try to recall the word. Use a hint when you need it, then reveal the answer and keep learning.

Recognition is the beginning. Give yourself a chance to remember.

Bicycle recall screen with a first-sound hint, next to the revealed answer じてんしゃ
Actual app screens. Answer detail enlarged.

GROW

Build your vocabulary.
Grow your tree.

Each word has its own learning stage. Together, they shape your bonsai—a living picture of the vocabulary you’re building.

Not just a number. Progress you can see.

Words at different learning stages connect to an earlier small bonsai and a larger bonsai as learning progresses
Illustrative word stages. Bonsai preview.

START WHERE YOU ARE

A path for your next word.

Explore 6,700+ words organized from JLPT N5 to N1. Use kana, kanji, furigana, and romaji to support the way you read.

N5N4N3N2N1

Pictango’s levels are a study guide, not an official JLPT syllabus.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

A few good questions.

Do I need to know kanji?

No. Hiragana, romaji, and furigana give you ways to read while you build your Japanese vocabulary.

Is Pictango free to start?

Yes. You can start learning without a subscription. Premium unlocks access beyond the free learning allowance. See the app for current subscription details.

Is this a complete Japanese course?

Pictango focuses on vocabulary. Images, definitions, example sentences, and review help you build your word knowledge. Use it alongside grammar, listening, and conversation practice.

Do I need an account?

No Pictango account or sign-in is required to start learning.

Can I study offline?

You need a connection when opening the app. Once it is running, you can continue learning with the available cards offline.

What if I notice a content mistake?

Images, definitions, and example sentences can contain errors. Use the card’s report option or contact support. Check a trusted source when precision matters.

ONE WORD IS A START

Make room for
more Japanese.

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