About Tanuki JLPT
A free, open-source study platform for the Japanese Language Proficiency Test.
Our Mission
Tanuki JLPT was built to make JLPT preparation accessible to everyone. We believe cost should never be a barrier to learning Japanese. Whether you are just starting with hiragana or pushing toward N1, Tanuki JLPT provides the vocabulary, grammar, kanji, and practice questions you need — completely free.
Our goal is to be the most comprehensive, well-organized, and genuinely helpful JLPT study resource on the web. Every piece of content is structured to help you build knowledge systematically, track your progress, and stay motivated on the path to passing your target JLPT level.
Content Library
Tanuki JLPT offers one of the largest free JLPT study libraries available, covering every level from N5 to N1.
6,871
Vocabulary Words
925
Grammar Points
1,986
Kanji
16,025+
Practice Questions
How Content Is Organized
All study material is organized by JLPT level (N5, N4, N3, N2, N1) and further broken down into lessons. Each lesson groups related vocabulary, kanji, and grammar points together so you can study them in a logical order.
- Vocabulary — Each word includes its reading (furigana), meaning, part of speech, and example sentences showing real usage.
- Kanji — Every kanji entry includes on'yomi and kun'yomi readings, stroke order awareness, meaning, and compound words.
- Grammar — Each grammar point features the structure pattern, a plain-English explanation, and multiple example sentences with translations.
- Practice Questions — Multiple-choice questions organized by level, with detailed answer explanations to reinforce learning.
Study Methodology
Tanuki JLPT combines proven learning techniques to help you retain Japanese effectively.
Flashcard-Based Learning
Each vocabulary word, kanji, and grammar point is presented as a focused study card with readings, meanings, and example sentences to reinforce context.
Spaced Repetition Through Quizzes
Practice quizzes test your recall at regular intervals, helping you move knowledge from short-term to long-term memory more effectively.
Progress Tracking
Track your daily streaks, earn XP, and unlock achievements. Visual progress bars show exactly how far you have come in each level.
Detailed Explanations
Every practice question includes a thorough explanation, so you learn from mistakes and deepen your understanding of Japanese grammar and vocabulary.
What Is the JLPT?
The Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) is the most widely recognized test of Japanese language ability for non-native speakers. Administered by the Japan Foundation and Japan Educational Exchanges and Services, it is held twice a year — in July and December — at test sites around the world.
The test has five levels, from N5 (beginner) to N1 (advanced), covering vocabulary, grammar, reading comprehension, and listening comprehension. Each level requires a minimum overall score and minimum section scores to pass.
Basic Japanese — greetings, self-introductions, and simple everyday phrases. About 100 kanji and 700+ vocabulary words.
Everyday topics — understand conversations about familiar subjects using basic grammar. About 300 kanji and 1,500+ vocabulary words.
Bridging level — read everyday materials like news headlines and understand natural-speed conversations on familiar topics.
Read newspapers, follow lectures, and understand most everyday Japanese. Required by many Japanese employers.
Near-native comprehension — read complex texts, follow abstract discussions, and understand nuanced Japanese across a wide range of topics.
Open Source & Community
Tanuki JLPT is an open-source project. We believe that educational tools should be transparent, community-driven, and continuously improving. If you find a mistake, have a suggestion, or want to contribute new content, we welcome your input.
The platform is built with Next.js, Tailwind CSS, and TypeScript. Contributions of all kinds — from bug reports to new features — are appreciated. Together we can make JLPT preparation better for learners everywhere.