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Kototabi

Learn Japanese Through Anime-Style Travel Adventures

Explore Japan. Master the language. Live the story.

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Why Kototabi?

A unique blend of travel, storytelling, and language learning designed to make Japanese fun and memorable.

  • Travel Japan

    Explore 10 iconic destinations from Haneda Airport to Kanazawa's traditional streets.

  • Real Conversations

    Learn practical Japanese through immersive, context-rich dialogues.

  • Native Audio

    Listen to authentic Japanese pronunciation for every line of dialogue.

  • Anime-Style Story

    Follow an engaging visual novel adventure with expressive characters.

  • Interactive Quizzes

    Test your knowledge after each scene with fun, contextual quizzes.

  • Furigana Support

    Reading aids above every kanji so you can learn at your own pace.

Experience the Story

Immerse yourself in anime-style dialogues with Japanese text, furigana, and English translations.

Nozomi

浅草に着きましたよ！

あさくさにつきましたよ！

We've arrived at Asakusa!

10 Chapters Across Japan

From bustling Tokyo to serene Kanazawa, each chapter takes you to a new destination with unique vocabulary and cultural insights.

  • FREEChapter 1

    From Haneda Airport to Asakusa

    羽田空港から浅草へ

    Your study abroad journey begins! Arrive at Haneda Airport and make your way to your dorm in Asakusa.

    7 scenes94 dialogues5 quizzes
  • FREEChapter 2

    Exploring Kyoto's Ancient Temples

    京都の古寺めぐり

    Your first weekend trip as a student! Explore Kyoto's historic temples with your new friend Nozomi.

    6 scenes88 dialogues5 quizzes
  • FREEChapter 3

    Osaka Food Adventure

    大阪グルメ探訪

    Weekend getaway to Osaka! Discover the famous food culture and practice dining vocabulary.

    6 scenes78 dialogues5 quizzes
  • FREEChapter 4

    Mount Fuji and Hot Springs

    富士山と温泉

    Student life is settling in! Take a trip to Mount Fuji and experience traditional hot springs.

    6 scenes67 dialogues5 quizzes
  • FREEChapter 5

    Hokkaido's Natural Wonders

    北海道の大自然

    Summer break begins! Explore the vast wilderness of Hokkaido and learn nature vocabulary.

    6 scenes79 dialogues5 quizzes
  • FREEChapter 6

    Hiroshima Peace Memorial

    広島と平和記念公園

    Mid-summer trip to Hiroshima. Visit the Peace Memorial and learn expressions of reflection.

    6 scenes78 dialogues5 quizzes
  • FREEChapter 7

    Okinawa Beach Paradise

    沖縄のビーチリゾート

    End of summer vacation! Enjoy Okinawa's beautiful beaches before the new semester.

    6 scenes87 dialogues5 quizzes
  • FREEChapter 8

    Nara's Deer and Great Buddha

    奈良の鹿と大仏

    Fall semester weekend trip! Meet the friendly deer and visit Todai-ji Temple in Nara.

    6 scenes79 dialogues5 quizzes
  • FREEChapter 9

    Tokyo Nights and Shopping

    東京の夜景とショッピング

    A weekend in Tokyo! Experience the vibrant nightlife and practice shopping expressions.

    6 scenes82 dialogues5 quizzes
  • FREEChapter 10

    Kanazawa's Traditional Culture

    金沢の伝統文化

    Winter break trip to Kanazawa! Explore traditional culture, crafts, and delicious seafood.

    6 scenes78 dialogues5 quizzes

How It Works

Three simple steps to start learning Japanese through stories.

  1. Step 1

    Start Your Journey

    Sign up for free and dive straight into Chapter 1. No credit card needed.

  2. Step 2

    Learn Through Stories

    Follow anime-style dialogues with Japanese text, furigana, and English translations while listening to native audio.

  3. Step 3

    Test Your Knowledge

    Complete interactive quizzes after each scene to reinforce vocabulary and grammar you've learned.

100% Free

No subscriptions. No hidden fees. Every chapter is completely free.

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Everything included, forever free

  • All 10 chapters across Japan
  • 55 immersive scenes
  • 800+ dialogues with professional voice acting
  • Furigana reading aids
  • 50 interactive quizzes
  • No account required
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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to know Japanese to start?
Not at all! Kototabi is designed for complete beginners. Every Japanese line includes furigana (reading aids) and an English translation.
What's included for free?
Everything! All 10 chapters, 55 scenes, 800+ dialogues, and 50+ interactive quizzes are completely free. No sign-up required to start playing.
How is this different from textbooks or flashcard apps?
Kototabi teaches Japanese through an immersive anime-style story. Instead of memorizing words in isolation, you learn vocabulary and grammar in real conversational contexts as you travel through Japan.
Do I need to create an account?
No account needed! Just open the site and start playing. Your progress is automatically saved in your browser via cookies, so you can pick up right where you left off.
Will more chapters be added?
All 10 chapters are available now, covering destinations from Tokyo to Okinawa. We're planning to add even more chapters in the future.
Is there audio for all dialogues?
Chapters 1–5 include professionally recorded native Japanese audio for every line. Chapters 6–10 are currently text-only, with audio coming in future updates.
What devices can I use Kototabi on?
Kototabi works on any device with a web browser — smartphones, tablets, and computers. It's optimized for mobile-first learning.

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