KURASHI STUDY review
Practical conversation stories pair with grammar, audio and JLPT N5–N2 exercises.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
KURASHI STUDY teaches Japanese through stories built around practical conversations and situations in Japan, including hospital visits, government procedures, manners and daily routines. It is aimed at learners from JLPT N5 through N2 who want language study tied to everyday contexts. Available on iOS and Android, the app combines conversation content with grammar, vocabulary and expression explanations. Its focus is balanced study rather than a dedicated speaking-practice tool, making it a fit for learners who want structured reading, listening and writing support on mobile.
The lesson format is its clearest distinction. Conversations and example sentences include audio, while explanations clarify grammar, vocabulary and expressions. Learners can practice verb conjugations, use an illustrated wordbank with audio, and switch kana and kanji display; kana stroke-order support adds a writing element. JLPT-format exercises span N5–N2, alongside time and date pronunciation practice and a quiz on Japanese culture and customs. The content is available in English, Vietnamese and Japanese. This breadth makes the app useful for linking study to everyday situations, though the listed features do not include speaking practice.
KURASHI STUDY uses a freemium model with a free plan and paid subscriptions offered in one-, three- and six-month plans; paid subscriptions provide full app access. The published starting price is not stated here, so compare current in-app pricing before choosing a term. Its mobile-only availability and email support suit individual learners and small-scale study, rather than teams seeking a broader platform. Choose it if practical stories, audio, JLPT exercises and kana/kanji tools match your routine; consider another option if live speaking practice or a desktop study experience is central to your goals.
KURASHI STUDY pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Practical stories explain everyday conversations about life in Japan
- Audio, grammar notes and vocabulary practice support each lesson
- JLPT-format exercises cover N5–N2, with kana and kanji support
- Where it doesn't
- No speaking practice is included
- Designed for mobile use on iOS and Android
- Full app access requires a paid subscription
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