JLPT Resources

Taking the Japanese Language Proficiency Test--especially for the first time--can be intimidating. But what if there is a way to find out exactly what your strengths and your weaknesses are before taking the test? What if there is a way to familiarize yourself with the test's format before the big day? There is. This is the book. This is the updated version, but here is a video showing the previous book. The content is very similar: This is published by the people who run the test. They've designed this book to simulate the real test, but without the pressure of time and unfamiliar distractions. Take this test early on to know what parts of the test you should work on the most. Just before the test, go through this book to familiarize yourself with the test format. It works all parts of the test, including listening (there is an audio CD).

Taking the Japanese Language Proficiency Test--especially for the first time--can be intimidating. But what if there is a way to find out exactly what your strengths and your weaknesses are before taking the test? What if there is a way to familiarize yourself with the test's format before the big day? There is. This is the book. Here is a video showing the previous editions. The content is very similar. This is published by the people who run the test. They've designed this book to simulate the real test, but without the pressure of time and unfamiliar distractions. Take this test early on to know what parts of the test you should work on the most. Just before the test, go through this book to familiarize yourself with the test format. It works all parts of the test, including listening (there is an audio CD).

The Tanki Master series works on all five areas of the test in a cursory or "short term" way: Characters; vocabulary; grammar; listening; and reading It includes a CD for the listening section. For those taking the JLPT, we highly recommend a cursory book like this as a quick way to find out your strengths and weaknesses. Once you know what you need to work on, you can then consider getting a book specifically on that area. 81 pages Includes CD and detachable answer key Published by Bonjinsha

Each book in the So-matome series concentrates on a single section of the test. This book is the N1 (Advanced) grammar book.  Translations are in English, Chinese, and Korean. 159 pages Includes detachable answer key Published by ASK 978-4-87217-726-8

For upper beginners wishing to take the Japanese Language Proficiency Test level N4, this book provides a solid practice guide for all the parts of the test. The included CD allows you to practice the listening section of the test. 105Pages With 102 page Answer Key and Listening section script Covers Kanji, Vocabulary, Grammar, Reading, and Listening 978-4-336-05749-5

Taking the Japanese Language Proficiency Test--especially for the first time--can be intimidating. But what if there is a way to find out exactly what your strengths and your weaknesses are before taking the test? What if there is a way to familiarize yourself with the test's format before the big day? There is. This is the book. This video shows off the previous edition, but the content and style is very similar. This is published by the people who run the test. They've designed this book to simulate the real test, but without the pressure of time and unfamiliar distractions. Take this test early on to know what parts of the test you should work on the most. Just before the test, go through this book to familiarize yourself with the test format. It works all parts of the test, including listening (there is an audio CD).

Each book in the So-matome series concentrates on a single section of the test. This book is the N3 (Intermediate) Kanji book.  115 pages Includes detachable answer key Published by ASK 978-4-87217-730-5

Each book in the So-matome series concentrates on a single section of the test. This book is the N1 (Advanced) Vocabulary book.    Translations are in English, Chinese, and Korean. 146 pages Includes detachable answer key Published by ASK 978-4-87217-725-1    

Each book in the So-matome series concentrates on a single section of the test. This book is the N1 (Advanced) Kanji book.  159 pages Includes detachable answer key Published by ASK 978-4-87217-724-4

Each book in the Mimi Kara series concentrates on one aspect of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. This one is on the grammar found on the level N4 (upper beginner level). It includes a CD to help with mastery. 127 pages Includes a detachable answer key Includes a CD English, Korean, and Chinese meanings and explanations  Published by ALC 978-4-7574-1892-9

For upper beginners wanting to improve listening skills. This is specifically for the Japanese Language Proficiency Test N4 level (upper beginner), but would be excellent practice for anyone at that level.  Includes 2 CDs 131 pages plus 23 page answer key and transcript 978-4-7574-2054-0

The Tanki Master series works on all five areas of the test in a cursory or "short term" way: Characters; vocabulary; grammar; listening; and reading It includes a CD for the listening section. For those taking the JLPT, we highly recommend a cursory book like this as a quick way to find out your strengths and weaknesses. Once you know what you need to work on, you can then consider getting a book specifically on that area. 84 pages Includes CD Published by Bonjinsha

Each book in the So-matome series concentrates on a single section of the test. This book is the N2 (Advanced) Vocabulary book.  147 pages Includes detachable answer key Published by ASK 978-4-87217-728-2

  Each book in the Mimi Kara series concentrates on one aspect of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. This one is on the grammar found on the level N3 (Intermediate Level). It includes a CD to help with mastery. 127 pages Includes a detachable answer key

  Each book in the Mimi Kara series concentrates on one aspect of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. This one is on vocabulary found on the level N2 (Intermediate Level). It includes 2 CDs to help with mastery. 271 pages Includes a detachable answer key English, Korean, and Chinese meanings and explanations 

The Tanki Master series works on all five areas of the test in a cursory or "short term" way: Characters; vocabulary; grammar; listening; and reading It includes a CD for the listening section. For those taking the JLPT, we highly recommend a cursory book like this as a quick way to find out your strengths and weaknesses. Once you know what you need to work on, you can then consider getting a book specifically on that area. 73 pages Includes CD Published by Bonjinsha

 This book is to help advanced learners practice reading comprehension.  It is especially for the Japanese Language Proficiency Test level N1 (Advanced),  but is suitable even for those who aren't planning to take the test.  119 pages with 7 page answer key 978-4-87217-765-7

For advanced students wanting to improve listening comprehension.  This book is specifically to help with the Japanese Language Proficiency Test level N1 (advanced). However, it is also excellent practice for those not wanting to take the test.  70 pages with 44 page answer key 978-4-87217-791-6

  This book covers every section of the JLPT which makes it a great practice test as well as study guide. While not nearly as in depth as books that concentrate on a single section of the test, it still covers a lot in its 111 pages. 111 Pages Includes CD for the listening section Includes answer key and script for the listening section

Unicom publishes The Preparatory Course for the JLPT and each book focuses on a specific section of the test. Each book provides an in-depth look at that section of the test. This is especially helpful if you know your weaknesses and want to drill, drill, drill them away. This book focuses on the upper beginner level N4 Reading section of the test. If you are weak on reading comprehension or sentence structure, this book is for you.

This book practices all parts of the JLPT N3 level. It includes two CDs for the listening section. This is a practice test book and not necessarily a study guide. It doesn't have a lot of explanation (it does have some hints), but it is great for determining your strengths and weaknesses and that will help you prepare for the test. The best thing is it will provide a lot of practice for you.  151 Pages with a 26 page Answer Key ISBN 978-4-7574-1950-6

Each book in the So-matome series concentrates on a single section of the test. This book is the N2 (Advanced) Kanji book.  159 pages Includes detachable answer key Published by ASK 978-4-87217-727-5

Each book in the So-matome series concentrates on a single section of the test. This book is the N2 (Advanced) Grammar book.  147 pages Includes detachable answer key Published by ASK 978-4-87217-729-9

  This book covers every section of the JLPT which makes it a great practice test as well as study guide. While not nearly as in depth as books that concentrate on a single section of the test, it still covers a lot in its 155 pages. 155 Pages Includes CD for the listening section Includes answer key and script for the listening section  

  Each book in the Mimi Kara series concentrates on one aspect of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. This one is on vocabulary found on the level N3 (Intermediate Level). It includes a CD to help with mastery. 223 pages Includes a detachable answer key English, Korean, and Chinese meanings and explanations 

Taking the Japanese Language Proficiency Test--especially for the first time--can be intimidating. But what if there is a way to find out exactly what your strengths and your weaknesses are before taking the test? What if there is a way to familiarize yourself with the test's format before the big day? There is. This is the book. This video shows the previous edition, but the content is very similar. This is published by the people who run the test. They've designed this book to simulate the real test, but without the pressure of time and unfamiliar distractions. Take this test early on to know what parts of the test you should work on the most. Just before the test, go through this book to familiarize yourself with the test format. It works all parts of the test, including listening (there is an audio CD).

Taking the Japanese Language Proficiency Test--especially for the first time--can be intimidating. But what if there is a way to find out exactly what your strengths and your weaknesses are before taking the test? What if there is a way to familiarize yourself with the test's format before the big day? There is. This is the book. This video shows the previous edition, but the content is very similar.   This is published by the people who run the test. They've designed this book to simulate the real test, but without the pressure of time and unfamiliar distractions. Take this test early on to know what parts of the test you should work on the most. Just before the test, go through this book to familiarize yourself with the test format. It works all parts of the test, including listening (there is an audio CD).

  This is the book you want if you are studying for the JLPT N2 test and find the vocabulary section difficult. It is very thorough in its 207 pages. 207 Pages + 32 Page Detachable Answer Key Includes answer key  ISBN 978-4-88319-574-9

  Unicom publishes The Preparatory Course for the JLPT and each book focuses on a specific section of the test. Each book provides an in-depth look at that section of the test. This is especially helpful if you know your weaknesses and want to drill, drill, drill them away. This book is for the advanced level N2 and covers sentence structure, vocabulary, and grammar. 245 pages 978-4-89689-481-3

  This is the book you want if you are studying for the JLPT N1 test and find the listening section difficult. It is very thorough in its 89 pages. 89 Pages + 46 Page Detachable Answer Key Includes 2 CDs for the listening practice Includes answer key and script for the listening section ISBN 978-488319-566-4

For advanced students wanting to improve listening skills. This is specifically for the Japanese Language Proficiency Test N1 level (advanced), but would be excellent practice for anyone at that level.  Includes 2 CDs 119 pages plus 15 page answer key and transcript 978-4-7574-2002-1

The Tanki Master series works on all five areas of the test in a cursory or "short term" way: Characters; vocabulary; grammar; listening; and reading It includes a CD for the listening section. For those taking the JLPT, we highly recommend a cursory book like this as a quick way to find out your strengths and weaknesses. Once you know what you need to work on, you can then consider getting a book specifically on that area. 81 pages Includes CD and detachable answer key Published by Bonjinsha

  Each book in the Mimi Kara series concentrates on one aspect of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. This one is on vocabulary found on the level N1 (the hardest test). It includes 2 CDs to help with mastery. 295 pages Includes a detachable answer key English, Korean, and Chinese meanings and explanations   

CLOSEOUT: Please note, this is from our old stock and although never sold, used, or read, it has been moved and shelved for over a year. It may have slight shelf wear. It should be considered to be in "like-new" condition. -----------------   This book is both a study guide and a drill book. It does give lists of target grammar and vocabulary before each section, but not as in-depth as a book that only concentrates on that section of the test. It covers each section of the JLPT test which means you can choose to focus on one or more section. 198 pages Includes 2 CDs

  This book practices all parts of the JLPT N2 level. It includes two CDs for the listening section. This is a practice test book and not necessarily a study guide. It doesn't have a lot of explanation (it does have some hints), but it is great for determining your strengths and weaknesses and that will help you prepare for the test. The best thing is it will provide a lot of practice for you.  183 Pages with a 28 page Answer Key ISBN 978-4-7574-1882-0  

  This is the book you want if you are studying for the JLPT N3 test and find the listening section difficult. It is very thorough in its 85 pages and includes short explanations in simple Japanese, English, and Chinese. 85 Pages + 46 Page Detachable Answer Key Includes 2 CDs for the listening practice Includes answer key and script for the listening section