MimiRecall
Japanese JLPT Learning, Spaced Repetition & On-Device OCR
A privacy-first Japanese study suite featuring JLPT N5–N1 decks, real-time camera Kanji OCR scanner, and native iOS Text-to-Speech audio.
- Official Apple App Store Release
- Apple Vision On-Device OCR Scanner
- Complete JLPT N5, N4, N3, N2, N1 Coverage
- 100% Offline-First Architecture & Zero Data Collection

MimiRecall is a native iOS application engineered for serious Japanese language learners. Designed with an offline-first architecture, it pairs scientifically-backed Spaced Repetition (SRS) with live on-device OCR camera translation and crystal-clear native Japanese speech synthesis. Zero analytics, zero data collection — all study progress, custom decks, and scan histories remain 100% private on your device.
Built for
Japanese language students, JLPT N5 through N1 examinees, manga readers, and travelers needing offline Japanese recognition and pronunciation.
See it in action
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What MimiRecall does
Built with the same engineering bar we apply to client work.
Full JLPT N5 to N1 Decks
Structured curriculum covering Hiragana, Katakana, over 2,000 Kanji, and essential vocabulary with pitch accents.
On-Device Camera OCR
Point your iPhone camera at physical books, manga, menus, or street signs to instantly recognize Kanji and extract definitions offline.
Spaced Repetition Algorithm (SRS)
Optimized review schedules calculate forgetting curves to ensure long-term memory retention without burnout.
Native iOS Text-to-Speech
High-fidelity native Japanese pronunciation powered by iOS AVSpeechSynthesizer with no network lag.
100% Private & Offline
Zero tracking, no third-party analytics, and no accounts required. All flashcards and scans stay strictly on-device.
Stroke Order & Radical Insights
Interactive stroke order animations and radical breakdowns for deep visual memorization.
Built with production-grade tooling
Same stack we use for client work — battle-tested and easy to extend.
- Swift
- SwiftUI
- Vision Framework
- AVAudio
- CoreData
Master Japanese with MimiRecall
Download MimiRecall on the Apple App Store for iPhone & iPad.



