The Most Complete JLPT N4 Kanji List

How is your study of N4 going so far? What do you find the most challenging aspect of N4 compared to N5? When preparing for the N4 exam, it is important to not only focus on N4 kanji, vocabulary, and grammar but also ensure that your knowledge of N5 is current. Basic concepts can be forgotten while you pursue greater achievements.

In our previous article, we provided a concise introduction to all levels of the JLPT (Japanese Language Proficiency Test) and the testing details for 2023. For more general information about the JLPT, please refer to the article below!

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The Ultimate JLPT Guides & List of 100 Kanji for JLPT N5
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Before moving on to N4, make sure to recognize all 100 kanji necessary for N5 by referring to the provided list that accompanies the JLPT information.

How to Apply for JLPT N4?

The JLPT is usually held twice a year, in early July and December. More precisely, the JLPT is usually held on the first Sunday of July and December.

1. Taking the JLPT Test in Japan

◉ Release dates of test information: (First test) around early February and (Second test) around early July.
◉ Registration period (online only): (First test) from late March to mid-April and (Second test) from late August to mid-September.
◉ Receipt of paper test voucher: (First test) mid-June and (Second test) mid-November.
◉ Publication of test results: (First test) in early September and (Second test) in early February.
◉ Exam Fee: 6,500 JPY (including excise tax)

The application is exclusively online, so please make sure to register and sign in at MyJLPT on the JEES website below!

2. Taking the JLPT Test in the United States

◉ Test Fee: 100 USD.
◉ JLPT in the United States is administered by the American Association of Teachers of Japanese (AATJ). There is no July test in the United States.
◉ You can find the current registration information here: https://www.aatj.org/jlpt.

3. Taking in other countries or areas

◉ Some countries/cities only held one exam (July or December) each year.
◉ Depending on the country, there are different application deadlines and the date of the result.
◉ Please check the following page for the region where you want to take JLPT: https://www.jlpt.jp/e/application/overseas_list.html.
💡 Due to the spread of the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19), please visit the JLPT’s official website for the latest updates.

How to Prepare for the JLPT N4 Test?

After introducing the JLPT, let’s examine the types of questions featured on the JLPT N4 exam and recommendations for each section.
◉ Linguistic competence required: The ability to understand basic Japanese.
◉ Overall pass marks/full marks: 90/180 points
◉ All questions are multiple-choice questions. No essay question.

In all the levels, the main test sections include:
◉ Language Knowledge(Vocabulary / Grammar): 言語知識（文字・語彙 / 文法）
◉ Reading: 読解
◉ Listening: 聴解

Section 1: Language Knowledge (Vocabulary):

Just like in the N5 level, it is necessary to be acquainted with hiragana, katakana, and basic kanji. The vocabulary section will ask you to choose the correct hiragana for katakana or kanji words or vice versa. This section may seem easier compared to others, but neglecting it might result in point deductions.

 Section 2: Language Knowledge (Grammar)・Reading

After studying N4-level grammar, practice creating sentences on your own to confirm correct usage and reinforce your understanding. This approach also helps you to remember the grammar of your own sentences.

As you progress through the exercise book, monitor the time you spend reading to ensure optimal speed for the exam. If necessary, enhance your reading speed prior to the exam.

 Section 3: Listening

100 Kanji list of JLPT N4

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We hope you were able to locate the resources you needed for the JLPT N4. Attached below are the PDF and Excel files for downloading the 100 kanji list for the JLPT N4.