Mojiru review
Mojiru pairs kana study with JLPT practice, speaking exercises, and offline review on iOS.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
Mojiru is an iPhone app for learning Japanese, aimed at solo learners who want kana study alongside JLPT preparation. It covers hiragana and katakana, with pronunciation audio and spaced-repetition review, as well as vocabulary and grammar flashcards for JLPT N5–N1. Quizzes, progress tracking, daily streaks, and a review heatmap add ways to structure practice. Its mix of reading, grammar, and speaking makes it a fit for learners preparing across several JLPT skills rather than focusing on a single study method.
Practice extends beyond flashcards: Mojiru includes timed, full-length JLPT mock tests and speaking exercises with on-device speech recognition. Lessons work offline, which suits study sessions without a connection. Review scheduling is automatic, and optional account sign-in can back up and sync progress across devices. Apple, Google, and email sign-in are supported. The app is listed for iOS, so learners looking for an Android or desktop option should choose another tool.
Mojiru has a free plan covering kana and JLPT N5 content. Mojiru Pro is offered in Monthly, Annual, and Lifetime plans; each unlocks JLPT N4–N1 and unlimited study. This makes the free tier a way to start with foundational material, while learners who need higher-level exam content or unrestricted study need a Pro plan. The product is a stronger fit for iOS learners who value offline review, mock exams, and speech practice in one app. It is less suitable for people who need cross-platform availability or want N4–N1 content without upgrading.
Mojiru pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Covers hiragana, katakana, and JLPT vocabulary and grammar from N5 to N1
- Includes timed, full-length JLPT mock tests and speaking practice
- Supports offline lessons and spaced-repetition review
- Where it doesn't
- Available on iOS only
- Free access covers kana and JLPT N5; N4–N1 and unlimited study require Pro
- Progress backup and sync require optional account sign-in
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