Japan Government Plans AI-Powered Language Learning App Letting Anime and Manga Fans Practise Japanese With Popular Characters

Japan is planning a new way for international anime and manga fans to learn Japanese by allowing them to practise conversations with characters from popular series. The government-backed initiative will use artificial intelligence to create an interactive language-learning experience, potentially making Japanese lessons more appealing to younger audiences overseas. According to a November 9, 2026, report by The Japan Times, the Japan Foundation (JF) will develop the application following a request from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The project has…