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memento
An mpv-based video player for studying Japanese
by Ripose
Official site: flathub.org
About memento
Memento is a free and open source, mpv-based video player that makes studying
Japanese easier with a built in popup dictionary, Anki integration, and more.
Features:
Memento uses Yomitan's dictionary format and supports all the same dictionaries
Automates Anki card creation through AnkiConnect
Grammar aware search matches terms in subtitles regardless of most inflections
Supports mpv plugins, upscalers, and shaders
Supports mpv configuration files such as input.conf for rebinding keys and mpv.conf for configuring mpv
Supports streaming from many websites through youtube-dl
How to install memento
- Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
- Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
- Prefer the command line? With Flatpak you can install and update it with: flatpak install flathub io.github.ripose_jp.Memento
- Open memento once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is memento free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to flathub.org, the developer's official site, where memento is available to download. Flatnic doesn't host or modify any files.
How do I install memento from the command line?
With Flatpak, run: flatpak install flathub io.github.ripose_jp.Memento. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is memento safe?
memento downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.