Can I learn Japanese in English with InitialJ?
Yes. InitialJ supports English meanings, accepted answers, grammar practice, dictionary pages, and JLPT reviews.
$3.90/month / JLPT N5-N1 / SRS
Earn your black belt in Japanese.
InitialJ turns kanji, vocabulary, grammar, and JLPT practice into one focused SRS system — graded like a dojo, from white belt to red. Start with N5 for free, then unlock the full path for the price of a coffee.
Premium is $3.90/month or $39/year, with French meanings available for bilingual review.
2,000+
kanji path
N5-N1
JLPT mapped
EN/FR
answers
Current card
N5/Orange belt
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Reading
はじ.め / ショ
Meaning
beginning
SRS path9 stages
Learning operating system
One product loop. No scattered study habits.
01InitialJ
Learn
Bite-size kanji and vocabulary lessons with readings, mnemonics, and examples.
02InitialJ
Review
A 9-stage SRS schedule brings each item back exactly when memory starts to fade.
03InitialJ
Apply
Grammar, sentences, dictionary context, and JLPT mock exams keep the system practical.
Product depth
Built like a serious study tool, not a landing-page toy.
The interface stays quiet during repeated use: compact navigation, stable cards, clear review pressure, and visible progress without overwhelming the lesson flow.
SRS engine
Every item has a review date, stage, accuracy trail, and mastery state.
English + French
Meanings and accepted answers are bilingual, with English as the default on this page.
JLPT N5-N1
Kanji, vocabulary, grammar, reading, and mock exams follow the JLPT path.
Temporary mode
The whole app can be used without sign-up, with account prompts after lessons.
Dictionary-first SEO
Public kanji and vocabulary pages expose searchable learning content.
Mobile practice
Touch-friendly sessions, compact navigation, and keyboard-safe input flows.
JLPT path
From N5 basics to N1 reading.
N5
Foundation
100 kanji / 800 vocabulary
Free
N4
Elementary
300 kanji / 1,500 vocabulary
Full path
N3
Bridge
650 kanji / 3,750 vocabulary
Full path
N2
Advanced
1,000 kanji / 6,000+ vocabulary
Full path
N1
Fluent reading
2,000 kanji / 10,000+ vocabulary
Full path
SEO / GEO clarity
Clear answers for learners and search engines.
What makes InitialJ different from a kanji-only study app?
InitialJ covers kanji and vocabulary with SRS, then connects them to JLPT N5 to N1 grammar, reading, dictionary pages, and mock exams.
Do I need to create an account before using the app?
No. You can browse and study in temporary mode. Creating an account saves progress across devices and protects it if browser data is cleared.
What does SRS mean?
SRS means spaced repetition system. Items are reviewed after increasing intervals, so difficult kanji return sooner and mastered items appear less often.
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Start now. Save progress when it matters.
You can use InitialJ immediately in temporary mode. After lessons, the app will remind you that an account protects your SRS progress across devices.