Frequently Asked Questions

Start with our Quiz Mode! Begin by learning basic greetings and common words. Our app uses spaced repetition and interactive quizzes to help you memorize vocabulary effectively. Focus on learning 10-20 new words per day and review regularly.

Hiragana and Katakana are both Japanese phonetic alphabets with 46 basic characters each. Hiragana is used for native Japanese words and grammatical elements, while Katakana is primarily used for foreign loanwords, onomatopoeia, and emphasis. Our Salad Mode helps you practice both!

Most learners can memorize Hiragana in 1-2 weeks with consistent daily practice of 15-30 minutes. Katakana typically takes another 1-2 weeks. With NihongoWOW's practice games, you can speed up this process through interactive learning and immediate feedback.

Yes! NihongoWOW is completely free to use. You can access all our vocabulary quizzes, hiragana practice, katakana training, and word matching games without any payment. Create a free account to track your progress and compete on daily highscores.

Our vocabulary database includes words from various JLPT levels (N5-N1), common everyday expressions, and thematic vocabulary sets. You can filter by tags to focus on specific categories like JLPT levels, Genki textbook chapters, or topic areas.

In Quiz Mode, you'll be shown Japanese words and asked to provide the English translation (or vice versa). You can type your answer or choose from multiple choice options. The app provides instant feedback and tracks your correct/incorrect answers to help identify areas for improvement.

The most effective approach combines multiple techniques: 1) Use spaced repetition (practice words at increasing intervals), 2) Learn words in context rather than isolation, 3) Practice both recognition and recall, 4) Use multiple modalities (reading, listening, writing). Our different game modes target these various learning styles.

Absolutely! Create a free account to unlock progress tracking features. You'll see your daily scores, track improvements over time, and compete on our daily highscore boards. This gamification helps keep you motivated throughout your Japanese learning journey.

For beginners, we recommend starting with 5-10 new words per day while reviewing previous vocabulary. As you become more comfortable, you can increase to 15-20 words daily. Quality matters more than quantity - make sure you can recall words before moving on.

JLPT (Japanese Language Proficiency Test) is the standardized test for Japanese language ability, with levels from N5 (beginner) to N1 (advanced). NihongoWOW includes vocabulary tagged by JLPT level, so you can focus your practice on words that will appear on your target test level.

Yes! NihongoWOW is a progressive web app (PWA) that works on any device with a modern web browser. You can add it to your home screen for quick access and practice Japanese vocabulary on the go.

NihongoWOW focuses on making vocabulary learning fun through gamification. With multiple game modes (Quiz, Salad, Lines, Memory), daily highscores, and instant feedback, learning feels more like playing than studying. Plus, it's completely free with no hidden costs.