Bridging the gap between anime entertainment and Japanese language learning
kotobanime was created to solve a fundamental problem in language learning: the disconnect between traditional study methods and real-world usage. We believe that learning should be engaging, contextual, and connected to content you already love.
By linking Japanese vocabulary directly to specific anime episodes, we provide learners with immediate context and motivation. Every word you study has meaning because you've heard it in your favorite shows.
kotobanime started from a simple observation: people who watch anime often want to learn Japanese, but traditional vocabulary lists feel dry and disconnected. We asked ourselves, "What if vocabulary learning could be tied directly to the episodes people watch?"
The result is a platform that transforms passive watching into active learning. After watching an episode, you can immediately test yourself on the vocabulary that appeared in it. This creates a powerful learning loop that combines entertainment with education.
Enjoy your anime as usual. We support popular series with episode-specific vocabulary lists.
After watching, test yourself on the vocabulary from that specific episode. Choose from different quiz types to match your learning goals.
Receive instant feedback on your answers with detailed explanations. Learn from mistakes and reinforce correct knowledge.
Monitor your learning journey with detailed statistics. See which episodes you've mastered and where you need more practice.
Every word you learn has context from episodes you've watched, making retention easier and more natural.
Simple, intuitive interface that gets out of the way and lets you focus on learning.
We're constantly adding new anime, episodes, and features based on user feedback.
Free to use with optional one-time upgrade for ad-free experience. No subscriptions required.
Join thousands of anime fans learning Japanese the fun way