Tadoku: Learn Japanese Reading

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About this app

Master Japanese reading and listening with Tadoku. Turn authentic content like Japanese stories, anime clips, trending news, and immersive podcasts into the most engaging way to learn Japanese every day.

Tadoku is your all-in-one Japanese learning app that replaces the need for separate news readers, dictionary extensions, and flashcard tools. Build your Japanese vocabulary, improve grammar comprehension, and gain the confidence to read native-level materials.

Why choose Tadoku for your Japanese learning journey?

Learn with Context-Rich Content: Dive into a library of Japanese stories, news articles, and podcasts. Our content is curated to help you absorb Japanese grammar and culture naturally.

Smart Reader with Kanji & Furigana Support: Never get stuck on a difficult Kanji. Tap any word for instant definitions, furigana annotations, and native audio.

Active Graded Listening: Improve your speech comprehension and accent with listening lessons. Adjust audio speeds to match your pace.

Smart Vocabulary Builder & SRS: Save new words and idioms directly from your reading. Master them efficiently with our scientifically optimized SRS Flashcards algorithm.

Perfect for every level:

- Beginners (N5-N4): Understand everyday Japanese through context.

- Intermediate to Advanced (N3-N1): Expand your real-world vocabulary foundation using authentic news and stories.

- Anime & Culture Fans: Learn from real-life media rather than boring textbooks.

Busy Learners: Make measurable progress with bite-sized daily reading.

Stop juggling multiple apps. Download Tadoku today and experience the world of Japanese — one story, one word, one conversation at a time!
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Updated on
Aug 3, 2026
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  • Data is encrypted in transit
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Ratings and reviews

1.04K reviews
Amanda Nordstrom
March 8, 2026
I downloaded this and even paid for a year thinking this would be a great way to improve my Japanese. however I am finding mistakes. For instance, the word for birthday is tanjoubi, but in the Japanese, they have it as tanjoubi. In another area, they have the word for have to wake up, okosanaito. however, when they put the furigana, the o is in the wrong place. I'm going to ask for my money back.
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Daniela
September 2, 2026
i wanted to use this for flashcards and books all in one app, but the flashcards are wrong too often. either the kanji, hiragana, or definition will be wrong. if i can't trust this kind of basic feature, how can i trust the rest of the app?
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Geeta Rawat
September 7, 2026
I honestly got emotional that how the app is teaching you more and better than the usual language learning apps and the best part is that it's for free
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What’s new

- Bug fixes and performance improvements
- Added support for adding YouTube videos with auto-generated subtitles
- Added the ability to edit passages for YouTube videos you add