WaniKani
wanikani.com
Learn kanji through radicals, mnemonics and spaced repetition.
WaniKani teaches Japanese kanji and vocabulary by building from radicals, with mnemonics and spaced-repetition reviews.
What we think
A well-known companion to a grammar resource for learners of Japanese.
This is our opinion.
What it does well
- A structured path through kanji, with mnemonics.
- A free start.
Who it suits
- You are learning Japanese and want a system for kanji.
Also consider
Based on WaniKani’s own site (WaniKani), checked on 30 October 2026. Plans, prices and features change often: confirm on the official site.