KanaWoW for Windows

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Download.com staffFebruary 26, 2026

kanaWoW is a flashcard-based application designed to teach you Japanese Hiragana and Katakana. It also prepares you for basic kanji and vocabulary learning.

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Pros
- Teaches Hiragana and Katakana alphabets
- Prepares for basic Kanji and vocabulary
- Highly configurable for focused learning
Cons
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KanaWoW for Windows

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Full Specifications

GENERAL

Release: April 23, 2004

Latest update: February 26, 2026

Version: 1.0

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Platform: Windows

Operating System

Windows NT
Windows 95
Windows ME
Windows 98
Windows 2000
Windows 10
Windows XP

Additional Requirements: Windows (all)

POPULARITY

Total Downloads: 4,800

Downloads Last Week: 0

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User Reviews

4/5

2 User Votes

Basic but too dull. (trial version).
jaulApril 25, 2005
Pros
Basic, good.
Cons
Too dull and when quizing for words it quizes on translation rather than on sounds.
Summary
Great program
April 28, 2004
Pros
Cons
Summary
Great way to get started with hiragana, katakana, kanji and vocabulary

Developer’s Description

Learn to read both Hiragana and Katakana Japanese alphabets.