Luckily, there are learning programs you can just follow along to make the kanji learning experience less of a pain (literally, and figuratively). How To Choose A Kanji Learning ProgramThere are many kanji learning programs out there, so what are the differences between them, and how do you pick one? Almost all kanji learning programs teach the meaning(s) of each kanji, but not all of them teach kanji readings. What makes Kanji Damage different from other kanji learning programs is its unique voice and writing style. Also, be aware that the total number of kanji is 1,700, a few hundred fewer than what similar kanji learning programs cover.