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H.Y. Analytics, Yogi Achilleos · Published by H.Y. Analytics
2 user reviews — 100% positive (2 reviews)
Last updated 27 Sept 2026
Learn Japanese kanji in a fun and engaging way. Catch, train, and battle kanji as you journey through Japan in search of Sakura's missing father. Merge kanji to form new ones and gain an edge in battle. Perfect for anyone looking to learn Japanese or prepare for the JLPT.
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RPG, Casual · 2023 · More under £5 games
Explore Japan by catching and training kanji in Sakura Kanji Ketchi, a casual RPG where merging symbols gives you an edge in battle. Perfect for learning Japanese or preparing for the JLPT.
About this game
With Sakura Kanji Ketchi, you can learn Japanese kanji in a fun and pleasant way. Fight monsters, catch kanji, and craft new kanji as you progress through the game. The more kanji you catch and train, the more powerful you become in battle.
One of the most unique features of Sakura Kanji Ketchi is the ability to merge kanji to form new ones. This not only allows you to expand your vocabulary, but it also adds a new layer of strategy to the game.
Sakura Kanji Ketchi is perfect for people who want to learn Japanese kanji in a fun and enjoyable way. It's also a great tool for anyone preparing to take the JLPT (Japanese Language Proficiency Test).
So why wait? Join Sakura on her quest to find her father and learn Japanese kanji at the same time!
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- OS *: Windows 7 or later
- Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo E8400 or AMD Phenom II X2 550
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce 8800GT or AMD Radeon HD 3830
- Storage: 1 GB available space
Supported Languages
Latest news
Patch NotesOfficial
Update Notes for May 9th, 2023 -- Locations Finalized -- v0.02
City Locations Finalized We have been hard at work getting the remaining level builds finalized and perfected for play. The visuals are completed. In tandem we've been wrapping up the final kanji combinations and boss battle questions for Water, Wind, Fire, and Sky zones. In the coming month(s) we plan to open these levels up to all Early Access owners for testing. The next major patch will see the addition of all remaining levels and kanjis. The total count is expected to be ~780 kanji in the entire game. For any improvements, bug disclosures, or general discussion - please join us on Discord!Read full article on Community Announcements (ToraGao)Patch NotesOfficial
Update for April 16, 2023 -- AutoSave -- v0.013
Patch v0.013 Notes AutoSave Introducing AutoSave! This will autosave a new file every day and rewrite any current day file. Actions that will trigger an auto save are: Catching a new Kanji Leaving a Boss Battle Leaving an On/Kun Training Leveling a Kanji at the Kanji Leveler Leaving the Kanji Combine screen We still recommend manual saving for those who wish to play multiple playthroughs (multiple people per account). For any improvements, bug disclosures, or general discussion - please join us on Discord!Read full article on Community Announcements (ToraGao)Patch NotesOfficial
Update for April 15, 2023 -- Sakura Battle Mode -- v0.012
Patch v0.012 Notes Sakura Battle Mode Introducing a new learning centered battle mode for dungeons. Players will now have 5 chances to increase power of skill by up to 5x. Guessing a round of kanji correctly will move to the next until all 5 are completed. Fixes to Sakura Kanji Ketchi Added Kanji "Run Away" button Fixed issue where players would save and then open menu to blank menu with no option to exit Fixed broken fade system To give your feedback as well as report any bugs, please join us on discord by scanning the QR code on the main screen.Read full article on Community Announcements (ToraGao)Patch NotesOfficial
HotFix: Player Movement Confined
Shrank player circle collider to allow proper movement around maps.Read full article on Community Announcements (ToraGao)Patch NotesOfficial
--Discord QR Code Added! Join Us!
--Added Discord QR Code! Please join us and give us your feedback and ideas!Read full article on Community Announcements (ToraGao)
