Kanshudo 'how to' guides
Welcome to Kanshudo!
Here we present step-by-step guides to key functions and principles of Kanshudo. Answers to common
questions can also be found in the FAQ. If you'd like to see a how to guide for another
aspect of Kanshudo, please let us know.
Getting started learning Japanese with Kanshudo
Designed for absolute beginners of Japanese, this guide
provides the key information necessary to start learning Japanese, as well as comprehensive help for
Kanshudo's Beginner Lesson series.
How to use the Kanji Wheel to guide your Japanese studies
The Kanji Wheel is a completely unique way to visualize your entire kanji knowledge, and
intelligently focus your Japanese studies.
How to master Japanese kanji
In this guide, we teach you everything you need to know to make your study of
Japanese kanji successful.
If you follow this guide, you will make your kanji learning efficient, effective, and fun!
How to prioritize Japanese words to study
Kanshudo's complete guide to prioritizing Japanese vocabulary will introduce you to
the most useful words in Japanese, help you set your learning goals, and
show you how to use Kanshudo to absorb Japanese vocabulary as quickly and effectively as possible.
Kanshudo's complete guide to writing Japanese
In this guide you'll learn the standard strokes used to draw all Japanese kanji,
how to determine the stroke order for a kanji, the differences between printed and handwritten forms of kanji
and more! In addition there are plenty of links to our kanji drawing practice tool so you can perfect
your own writing style.
How to use the component builder to look up kanji
The component builder is a very fast way to look up kanji.
In this guide we describe how it works,
and provide detailed instructions for using it.
How to use Kanji Builder to build your kanji knowledge
Kanji Builder is a fun and challenging game that will help cement your knowledge of kanji.
How to use spaced repetition flashcards to study Japanese
Learn the most effective way to memorize both Japanese kanji and
vocabulary.
How to create vocab flashcards from imported word lists
You probably know Kanshudo contains
the most comprehensive Japanese dictionary online.
But did you know you can also import
word lists from other dictionaries, or lists you create yourself?
Use Kanshudo to help you learn Japanese words and kanji, and manage your progress with Japanese,
alongside your favorite dictionary app!