yomichan
The premium Open Source alternative to Google Translate Extension
🎯 Best for:Intermediate to advanced Japanese learners reading web content.
What is yomichan?
Replaces Rikaikun and Google Translate for Japanese learners by providing instant pop-up definitions. It features local dictionary storage and one-click flashcard creation for Anki.
Tech Stack
JavaScriptBrowser & Extensions
Why yomichan?
- • Instant card creation
- • Offline dictionary support
- • Highly customizable CSS
Limitations
- • Requires dictionary setup
- • Complex settings menu
- • Browser-only (Desktop)
3/5/2026
Last Update
334
Forks
199
Issues
Other
License
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Competitor Cost
-$1,440
/ year (est. based on Google Translate Extension)
Self-Hosted
$0
/ year
Team Size10 Users
150+
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