renshuu - Japanese learning 4+

Having tried to learn Japanese several times when I was younger (and failed), I always found myself unable to progress beyond the basic "a, i, u, e, o" hiragana (no, that isn't an understatement: my Japanese learning pursuits were most definitely in vain back then) However, renshuu has managed to gamify the experience of learning Japanese for me; with its extensive vocab range and grammar resources, I no longer have to worry about sounding like an illiterate kindergartener when I try to have a basic conversation with someone! As somebody who started from scratch, this app has been amazing in helping me to memorise alphabets in as little as a few days with approx. 1 hour of training a day.
In conclusion, I would urge you to get this app. The main bulk of the app is free, and absolutely no learning opportunities are gatekept behind a paywall (which is something I really appreciate!)
The dev team generally seems amazing, and the renshuu community is a positive one with an healthy attitude towards learning and improvent. :)

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a nice review. I'm thrilled that the way we approach learning and motivation in renshuu is working out for you!

As you continue on into the rest of the materials in renshuu, do let me know if you have any questions at all! I'm always here at michael@renshuu.org, or the ? button at the top of the app.

This app is a great way to start learning or to supplement your learning in Japanese regardless of what other sources you use. It’s got a great range of games and lessons for complete beginners up to higher intermediate level and a fantastic community of learners you can talk toand ask questions of both in the app and on their discord.

You don’t need to subscribe to get a decent amount from the app but subscribing does give you access to a lot of additional content that adds to the already great selection of content for free learners. Would recommend this over any of the other apps like Duolingo, Lingodeer etc.

I like that they have quizzes on the stuff you’ve learned, use an SRS system for mistakes and also have many different settings you can change for the quizzes etc so you can tailor them to your own learning style. It’s also the only free apl I’ve found with info on pitch accent that isn’t a dictionary.

I'm thrilled to hear that you feel that way about renshuu - thank you for taking the time to leave such a kind review!

Although we're very happy with what we've been able to provide so far, we are always looking to improve and expand our learning materials. Should you think of anything that you'd like to see, do let me know! I'm always available at michael@renshuu.org, or the ? button at the top of the app.

I’ve been studying Japanese on and off for ages and I’ve found it very difficult to find good learning resources that aren’t expensive. This is the exception! There is a premium version that I haven’t tried yet but the free version is amazing. Well integrated lessons on words, grammar and writing. A great dictionary that links through to everything, timed repeats of practice to help with long term memory, excellent spoken Japanese with pitch accent included and games to do too.

It is very adaptable so you can set it up to suit your style and available time and the developers seem very easy to contact - not that I have had a need to contact them yet.

If your looking for a Japanese learning tool look no further!

Thank you so much for your kind words, and I'm glad that the renshuu learning system is working out for you! There is indeed a ton packed into our app, so please continue to explore as you learn with us.

Should you have any questions or issues, feel free to reach out to me. I'm always here at michael@renshuu.org, or the ? button at the top of the app.