Fact Sheet
Description
Short Description (80 chars)
Read it as a roguelike, write it by hand. Japanese kana, 2,126 kanji, N5–N1.
Standard Description
Kana Conbini has two ways to learn Japanese. In Conbini Run, a roguelike convenience-store game, you serve customers by matching kana and vocabulary cards, build combos, and learn to read along the way. In Write Kanji 書き取り, a dedicated handwriting mode, you trace characters by hand in the correct stroke order — and the guides fade as you improve.
Every character and word is voiced in native Japanese, and FSRS smart spaced repetition decides what to show you next. Cards carry visual mnemonics whose hints fade as you master them, so the more you play, the more Japanese sticks.
Features
- Two Modes - Conbini Run for reading & recognition, plus Write Kanji 書き取り for handwriting by hand in correct stroke order
- Full Catalog (live now) - 46 Hiragana + 46 Katakana (with dakuten), 2,126 kanji to write, 10,000+ vocabulary across JLPT N5–N1 (N5 800 · N4 700 · N3 2,659 · N2 3,508 · N1 3,083)
- Native Voice - Every word and character voiced in native Japanese
- Smart Reviews - FSRS spaced repetition; visual mnemonics whose hints fade as you master them
- Roguelike Systems - Shift buffs, konbini events, gacha helpers, omikuji shrine, and boss customers (Yakuza, Pro Gamer, Influencer) with fog/mirror/glitch curses
- Learning Mode - A calm, no-timer, no-boss way to study and review
- Fair Model - Free to start (360 cards), no subscription, no pay-to-win, no forced ads in a run; 10 app languages
The Story
Kana Conbini was born from a simple question: What if your Japanese textbook was actually a roguelike card game?
Created by a solo developer who loves Japanese culture but struggled with traditional learning methods, Kana Conbini combines the addictive "one more run" feeling of roguelikes like Slay the Spire and Balatro with effective language learning techniques.
The convenience store setting was chosen because it's full of everyday vocabulary. Plus, there's something comforting about the vibe of a konbini at night.
"I made this because I kept starting and stopping Japanese, gave up many times. The concept 'lose but want to keep playing until you win' was interesting. It makes you try harder every time. What if there was a language game like that?" - billbkk, Developer
Key Features
Write Kanji 書き取り (New)
A dedicated handwriting mode. Trace all 2,126 kanji by hand in the correct stroke order — the stroke guides fade as you improve, until you are writing from memory.
Conbini Run
A roguelike convenience-store game for reading and recognition. Serve customers, match kana and vocabulary cards, and build combos to clear each shift.
Full JLPT Ladder
46 hiragana + 46 katakana, 2,126 kanji to write, and 10,000+ real vocabulary words across N5–N1 — all live now, not a roadmap.
Native Japanese Voice
Every word and character is voiced in native Japanese, so you build correct pronunciation as you read and write.
FSRS Smart Reviews
FSRS spaced repetition surfaces the cards you are about to forget. Visual mnemonics carry hints that fade as you master each one.
Roguelike Depth
Shift buffs, konbini events, gacha helpers, and an omikuji shrine. Boss customers — Yakuza, Pro Gamer, Influencer — curse your cards with fog, mirror, and glitch effects.
Learning Mode
No timer, no boss. A calm space to study and review at your own pace whenever you do not want a run.
10 App Languages
Fully localized in English, German, French, Italian, Thai, Chinese, Indonesian, Spanish, Portuguese, and Vietnamese.
Pricing
Free to Start
- 360 cards free — hiragana, katakana, and your first vocabulary
- Both modes included: Conbini Run and Write Kanji 書き取り
- All roguelike systems and Learning Mode
- No subscription, no pay-to-win, no forced ads in a run
Per-Level JLPT Unlocks
- Buy individual JLPT levels: N5, N4, N3, N2, N1
- Unlock the full vocabulary and kanji for each level
- Pay only for the levels you want
- One-time purchase, no subscription
Lifetime
- All JLPT levels N5–N1 unlocked
- Ad-free
- All future updates included
- One-time purchase, support indie development
Store Links
Trailer Video
Screenshots
High-resolution screenshots for press use. Click to view full size.
Learn Japanese through play 
Write kanji by hand 
Every run is different 
10,000+ real words 
2,126 kanji to write 
Smart reviews Screenshot Variants
All 6 screenshots available in multiple formats. Click to browse folder.
iOS App Store
Google Play
Social Media
Logo & App Icon
App icon in various sizes for different use cases.
Feature Graphic
Media Assets
Download logos, screenshots, and promotional materials for press use.
Logo
Logo uses M PLUS Rounded 1c font (800 weight)
Sample TCG Cards
Every Japanese character is a beautifully designed collectible card
Hiragana お (o) 
Hiragana す (su) 
Katakana ト (to) 
Hiragana ほ (ho) 
Katakana カ (ka) 
Vocab いち (ichi) Brand Colors
#1579FE #FFFDF7 #FF6B35 #4ECDC4 #FFE66D Typography
- Headlines: M PLUS Rounded 1c (Japanese + English)
- Body: Outfit (English)
- Icons: Material Icons Round
Press Contact
For review copies, interviews, or additional assets:
Email: availablecompanylimited@gmail.com
Developer: billbkk
Location: Bangkok, Thailand
Social
- Website: kanaconbini.com
- Instagram: @billbkk
Boilerplate
Kana Conbini is a Japanese learning app with two modes, developed solo by billbkk. In Conbini Run, a roguelike convenience-store game, players serve customers by matching kana and vocabulary cards while building combos and facing boss customers. In Write Kanji 書き取り, a dedicated handwriting mode, players trace characters by hand in correct stroke order as the guides fade with mastery. The full catalog is live: 46 hiragana, 46 katakana, 2,126 kanji to write, and 10,000+ vocabulary words across JLPT N5–N1, every item voiced in native Japanese with FSRS smart reviews. Localized in 10 languages. Free to start, no subscription, available on iOS and Android.