Start Reading Native Japanese
Reading native Japanese on Yomimaru is free forever, no credit card needed. Paid plans add more AI generation and more time with your AI tutor.
Subscription plans
Ronin · The Wanderer
$0.00Start your journey for free
- 5 AI credits per month
- Global Library: Browse public domain titles & the full catalog
- Custom Imports 10 Lifetime: Limited standard imports (Bypassed with AI credits)
- WaniKani Sync: Auto-sync your WaniKani & MaruMori progress — free for everyone
Samurai · The Warrior
$9.99 / moor $7.99 / mo billed annually ($95.88)
Serious tools for serious learners
- 500 AI credits per month
- Global Library: Full access with AI-powered features
- Unlimited Imports Unlimited: Import as many texts as you want, AI limited by credits
- Custom Lists: Organize vocabulary & grammar your way
- WaniKani Sync: Automatically sync your WaniKani progress
- AI Reading Tooltips Limited: AI explanations while reading (uses credits)
- AI Chat Limited: Chat with Tomo-Sensei about your reading (uses credits)
- AI Novel Generation Limited: Generate custom stories at your level (uses credits)
- Quick Practice Mode New: Master recall with hidden word & meaning modes
Shogun · The Ruler
$19.99 / moor $15.99 / mo billed annually ($191.88)
The ultimate Japanese mastery toolkit
- 2,000 AI credits per month
- Global Library: Full access with AI-powered features
- Unlimited Imports Unlimited: Import any text with full AI analysis
- Custom Lists: Organize vocabulary & grammar your way
- WaniKani Sync: Automatically sync your WaniKani progress
- AI Chat Unlimited: Unlimited conversations with Tomo-Sensei (uses credits)
- AI Novel Generation New: Generate custom stories tailored to your level (generous allocation)
- AI Reading Tooltips Generous: Generous AI explanations while reading (uses credits)
- Quick Practice Mode Unlimited: Master recall with hidden word & meaning modes
Frequently Asked Questions
Which plan is right for me?
If you read occasionally and want to slowly build your vocabulary, Samurai gives you ample credits to interact with texts and analyze tough sentences. If you want a fully immersive experience with unlimited AI chats, deep grammar explanations, and endless custom content generation, Shogun is the ultimate choice.
Can I cancel or change my plan anytime?
Absolutely. There are no long-term contracts or hidden fees. You can upgrade, downgrade, or cancel your subscription at any time directly from your account settings. If you upgrade, we will automatically prorate the difference.
Is Tomo-Sensei better than a standard dictionary?
Yes. Standard dictionaries fail at context. Tomo-Sensei understands the entire sentence structure, explaining subtle nuances, slang, and complex grammar points just like a native Japanese tutor would. This drastically reduces frustration and keeps you in a "flow state" while reading native material.
What happens if I run out of AI Credits on the Samurai plan?
You will still have full access to your library, the immersive reader, standard dictionary lookups, and your SRS reviews. For more AI power, you can easily top up your credits in the shop without upgrading, or simply wait for your monthly refill. (Shogun users never have to worry about credits, everything is unlimited!)
Do unused AI Credits roll over?
Yes! We want you to read at your own pace. Unused subscription credits roll over to the next month (up to 2× your monthly allowance). Plus, any credits you purchase separately from the Credit Shop never expire.
Can I really import anything to read?
Yes! You can import EPUBs, PDFs, web text, or paste your own articles. Our engine instantly processes the text, adds contextual Furigana to match your level, and prepares it for interactive reading and AI analysis.