Learn Japanese online, from day one.
Japanese is spoken by about 125 million people in Japan. Lingosu teaches you real Japanese from the pages you read, says every word in a natural voice and turns it into five-minute practice. Free to start, in Chrome or right here on the web.
Your first Japanese words
- こんにちはkonnichiwaHello
- ありがとうarigatōThank you
- お願いしますonegaishimasuPlease
- おはようohayōGood morning
- お元気ですかo-genki desu kaHow are you?
- またねmata neSee you
A language worth your next five minutes.
Japanese unlocks anime, games, manga and one of the world's most distinctive cultures. Its sounds are few and regular, so you can start speaking long before you know every character.
How you will learn Japanese.
Meet real words
Japanese words appear in the articles, recipes and news you already read. Tap one to see what it means.
Hear and say them
A natural Japanese voice reads every word, slowly when you need it. Then you say it back.
Make them stick
Saved words return in quick lessons, practice and games at the moment you are about to forget them.
Learning Japanese with Lingosu.
Is Lingosu free for learning Japanese?
Yes. The free plan teaches you Japanese from the pages you read, with lessons, practice and a word bank, and no card. Premium adds every level, unlimited games and natural voices without limits.
Can I learn Japanese without installing anything?
Yes. Every lesson, practice round and game runs right here on lingosu.com. Add the Chrome extension when you want Japanese words to appear on the sites you already visit.
How soon will I speak Japanese?
From your first session. Every word comes with a natural voice, a slow mode and a speaking exercise, so you say real Japanese phrases out loud on day one.
Does my Japanese progress sync between devices?
Yes. Sign in once and your words, streak and lessons follow you between Chrome and lingosu.com.