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WaniKani

Learn Japanese kanji with spaced repetition

WaniKani teaches Japanese kanji and vocabulary using mnemonics and spaced repetition.

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Pricing: Free plan

Platforms: Web

Categories: Language Learning

WaniKani compared with similar tools

Product	Price	Open source	Self-host	Platforms
WaniKani	Free plan	–	–	Web
Anki	Free plan	Yes	–	Mac, Windows, Linux, Android, iOS, Web
Language Reactor	Free plan	–	–	Browser extension, Web
Clozemaster	Free plan	–	–	Web, iOS, Android
LingQ	Free plan	–	–	Web, iOS, Android
Busuu	Free plan	–	–	Web, iOS, Android
Memrise	Free plan	–	–	Web, iOS, Android

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Questions

Is WaniKani free?

WaniKani is free to start, with paid plans.

What platforms does WaniKani run on?

WaniKani is available for Web.

What are some alternatives to WaniKani?

Similar indie products include Anki, Language Reactor, Clozemaster, LingQ and 4 more.

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