For those who came to Japan for the anime but are stuck instead studying flash cards for the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT), an Osaka-based company has made it possible to kill two birds with one app.
The JLPT Prep N4&N5 application by Wao Corp., created for both Android and iOS smartphones, distinguishes itself from other Japanese-learning software by taking the essence of the country's manga culture and utilizing it as a learning tool.
"The app uses anime characters and manga to teach Japanese grammar and vocabulary," says Gen Kobayashi, who co-developed the application. "By doing so, users can learn Japanese and prepare for the JLPT while enjoying the game."
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