変体仮名あぷり for iPhone

Beautifully designed app for learning historical Japanese script

Rediscover the beauty of historical Japanese script with "変体仮名あぷり." This educational app aims to enhance your reading skills through a game-like experience. Many modern individuals struggle to read historical Japanese scripts like hentaigana, but this app simplifies the learning process. Developed by specialists from WASEDA University and UCLA, along with a team of experts in Japanese literature, this app features selected characters from rare manuscripts, exquisite backgrounds, and a user-friendly interface.

The app's principle is straightforward: flip the hentaigana characters to reveal their phonetic readings. Track your progress, focus on specific characters, and explore an interactive dictionary featuring all samples and characters. This free and stylish app is the first installment in a series created under the "Yanai Masaru Initiative Global Japan Humanities Project." Stay tuned for more engaging apps to make Japanese characters more accessible to all.