JLPT N5

Foundation level — hiragana, katakana, 800 vocabulary, 100 kanji

CEFR: A1 800 Vocabulary 100 Kanji 150 Grammar

N5 is the entry-level JLPT — designed for beginners who have studied Japanese for approximately 6 months (90–100 hours). It tests basic Japanese through hiragana, katakana, simple kanji, and everyday vocabulary.

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60 questions across 5 formats. Each quiz targets a specific skill.

40 Qs

Vocabulary Quiz

Hiragana, katakana, and basic Japanese words with English translations.

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30 Qs

Kanji Recognition

100 essential kanji — readings, meanings, and basic compound words.

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25 Qs

Listening Test

Native speaker audio — slow, clear N5-level conversations.

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35 Qs

Grammar Drill

Particles, sentence patterns, and basic conjugation rules.

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20 Qs

Reading Comprehension

Short passages in hiragana and basic kanji with comprehension questions.

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50 Qs

Mixed Practice

Random mix of all N5 question types. Best for final revision.

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