The Way I Finally Started To Learn Japanese | Hiragana Hero PC Review
28After years of struggling to learn Japanese—even with books, flashcards, and countless apps—I finally found something that worked: Hiragana Hero.
In this video, I review Hiragana Hero, a beginner-friendly educational RPG that helped me go from barely knowing あいうえお to confidently reading Hiragana through fun, strategic gameplay. Developed by content creator and Japanese educator Keen Reflex, this game combines traditional turn-based battles, Twitch-style mechanics, and clever storytelling to teach you Hiragana while actually being fun to play.
▶ Highlights of this review:
Why Hiragana Hero finally helped me learn when everything else failed
How the game teaches Hiragana using voice-acted RPG battles
The clever "Hiragana evolution" mechanic that introduces dakuten/handakuten
Roguelite progression, flashcard quizzes, and item/equipment systems
The surprising depth in gameplay and design from a solo indie dev
Voice acting, original music, and community charm
Whether you're a complete beginner or someone who's been stuck like me, this game could be your first real step toward learning Japanese. It’s not just educational—it’s genuinely enjoyable.
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