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Posted 1698 days ago
私はワシントン州（しゅう）に住んで（すんで）います。ワシントン州はそのくだもので有名（ゆうめい）です。たとえば、この州のりんごう、さくらんぼ、ラズベーリは全米（ぜんべい）をやしなっています。ビールが大好き（だいすき）でさか。ワシントン州はホップをそだてています。たくさんのホップ。 世界（せかい）のホップの２５パーセントはここでせいちょうしています。州はホップさくもつの3分の２をかいがいではんばいしています。ワシントノ州も魚（さかな）をせいさんしていあす。鮭は名物（めいぶつ）です。漁業（ぎょぎょう）は鮭（さけ）をくんせいにしてせかいじゅうにしゅっかしていますシアトルのすべてのかんこうギフトショップでは、ワシントン州からスモークサーモンをはんばいしています。あなたが住んでいるところの名物は何ですか。
Posted 1707 days ago
初めまして、私の名前はポーです、日本語のレベルはんN3レベルを勉強しているところです。これからどうぞよろしくお願いいたします。
Posted 1710 days ago
モリスさん、こんにちは。日本語のチャットルームをさんかしたいですが、むりです。モリスさんの9時は私の３時（ごぜん）です。その時ねています。 
がんばってください。
がんばってください。
Posted 1711 days ago
モリスさん、 こんにちは。日本語の 勉強を たのしんでいますか。Zoomへの ごしょうたい ありがとうございます。でも、 NihongoーProにも チャットルームが あるんですよ。だれでも つかえます！NihongoーProの メンバーじゃない 人も つかえます。24じかん、 いつでも つかえますから、 モリスさんも つかって みて くださいね 
Posted 1712 days ago
私は土曜日に日本語のZoomがはじめました！I created it to give students an opportunity to practice speaking Japanese Language outside of the lesson classroom, to provide an environment where students can help one another and a place where students can practice causal Japanese Language. I invite Senseis, Students and Japanese Language Speakers/Learners on Nihongo-Pro to attend if you want to 
We will be doing the meetings every Saturday at 9 PM. Here is the Zoom Meeting Information:日：土曜日, 時間：９PM （Eastern Time United States), パスワード：２NEuQz Personal Meeting: ２１１−５６１−９１５６ レジス モリス
We will be doing the meetings every Saturday at 9 PM. Here is the Zoom Meeting Information:日：土曜日, 時間：９PM （Eastern Time United States), パスワード：２NEuQz Personal Meeting: ２１１−５６１−９１５６ レジス モリスPosted 1719 days ago
はじめまして！私はモリスレジスとうもします。アメリカ人です。南ランシングにすんでいます。仕事はマッサージセラピストです。私はねこがろっぴきいます。しゅみは日本の音楽を聞きますと日本のドラマを見ますと歌を歌いますと日本のしょどをしますと日本語をべんきょうします。松崎しげるとBackstreet BoysとJoe Hisaishiをよく聞きます。私は２しゅうかんまえぐらい本を出しました。愛のメモリーと I Want It That Wayが大好きです。私は日本語の人に会いたい。私も日本語をはなしたい。 レジス モリス
Posted 1721 days ago
Christineさん、Nihongo-Proにようこそ 12月にJLPTが うけられるといいですね。。。 アメリカは、12月のJLPTが キャンセルされたようです。アメリカの つぎのJLPTは 2021ねん 12がつ ですよ 
12月にJLPTが うけられるといいですね。。。 アメリカは、12月のJLPTが キャンセルされたようです。アメリカの つぎのJLPTは 2021ねん 12がつ ですよ 
Posted 1723 days ago
皆さん、こんばんは。クリスティンと申します。アメリカ出身です。今関西に住んでいます。6月からNihongo-proを使っています。レッスンは難しいですが、いつも楽しいです。ちゃんと勉強します！今年JLPTを受けたいんです。╰(*´︶`*)╯よろしくお願い致します。
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Learn Japanese Online: Lesson-Related VocabularyIf you plan to learn Japanese online, here are some Japanese vocabulary words that will come in handy during your lessons.
If you plan to learn Japanese online, here are some Japanese vocabulary words that will come in handy during your lessons.
JLPT N5: Learn Basic Japanese GrammarThe JLPT N5 is the beginning level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. An effective approach to learn JLPT N5 grammar is to do as many sample JLPT problems as you can find—including this free JLPT quiz!
The JLPT N5 is the beginning level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. An effective approach to learn JLPT N5 grammar is to do as many sample JLPT problems as you can find—including this free JLPT quiz!
Advanced Japanese: Find the Incorrect KanjiCan you find the incorrect Kanji in this free Nihongo quiz? Read carefully, and see if you can spot the Kanji error.
Can you find the incorrect Kanji in this free Nihongo quiz? Read carefully, and see if you can spot the Kanji error.
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Introductory Japanese: Learn More Japanese GreetingsEven if you are just starting out with Japanese, learning basic greetings—what to say in a variety of social situations—is a great way to making your Japanese conversation more natural and put your Japanese listener at ease.
Even if you are just starting out with Japanese, learning basic greetings—what to say in a variety of social situations—is a great way to making your Japanese conversation more natural and put your Japanese listener at ease.
Advanced Japanese Idioms: Choose the Correct MeaningJapanese has many idiomatic expressions; at the advanced Japanese level, it is helpful to understand and use these expressions to make your spoken Japanese more fluid and natural.
Japanese has many idiomatic expressions; at the advanced Japanese level, it is helpful to understand and use these expressions to make your spoken Japanese more fluid and natural.
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Learn Essential Japanese VocabularyIf you're starting to learn Japanese, learning to say words like "I" and "you" is important to making yourself understood in the language. Here's a fun, free Japanese quiz to check your knowledge of these basic Japanese words.
If you're starting to learn Japanese, learning to say words like "I" and "you" is important to making yourself understood in the language. Here's a fun, free Japanese quiz to check your knowledge of these basic Japanese words.
Counting Things in JapaneseHow do you like Japanese counters, the words that are used along with numbers to count different types of things in Japanese?
How do you like Japanese counters, the words that are used along with numbers to count different types of things in Japanese?
JLPT N3 Vocabulary Drill: Do You Know the Meanings of These Japanese Verbs?JLPT N3 is the middle level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. The vocabulary section includes about 250 Japanese verbs. Try this free JLPT drill, and see if you can pick out the Japanese verb based on its meaning.
JLPT N3 is the middle level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. The vocabulary section includes about 250 Japanese verbs. Try this free JLPT drill, and see if you can pick out the Japanese verb based on its meaning.
Advanced Japanese: JLPT N1 KanjiThe JLPT N1 examination is the advanced level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. The test covers about 2,000 Kanji, with most Kanji-related questions involving reading jukugo (Kanji compounds).
The JLPT N1 examination is the advanced level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. The test covers about 2,000 Kanji, with most Kanji-related questions involving reading jukugo (Kanji compounds).
Test your Japanese knowledge in Kanji, Grammar, Vocabulary and Onomatopoeia.
Introductory Japanese Quiz: Learn Japanese Vocabulary 14Try this free quiz to learn some basic Japanese verbs.
Try this free quiz to learn some basic Japanese verbs.
Learn JLPT N3 Vocabulary: Giongo (Japanese Sound Effects)The JLPT N3 is the middle, or lower intermediate, level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. The test covers about 3,000 Japanese vocabulary terms (including words from the beginning JLPT N4 and JLPT N5 tests).
The JLPT N3 is the middle, or lower intermediate, level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. The test covers about 3,000 Japanese vocabulary terms (including words from the beginning JLPT N4 and JLPT N5 tests).
JLPT N1 Kanji: Learn Advanced Japanese KanjiThe JLPT N1 examination is the advanced level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. The test covers about 2,000 Kanji, with most Kanji-related questions involving reading jukugo (Kanji compounds).
The JLPT N1 examination is the advanced level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. The test covers about 2,000 Kanji, with most Kanji-related questions involving reading jukugo (Kanji compounds).
Learn more Grammar, Vocabulary, Japanese Characters, Listening and Idioms with these free Japanese quizzes.
Introductory Japanese: Japanese School-Related WordsAs you start learning Japanese, you'll want to learn these school-related Japanese words that pop up in everyday conversation all the time. Try this fun, free Nihongo quiz to check your Japanese vocabulary, and maybe you'll learn new school words along the way.
As you start learning Japanese, you'll want to learn these school-related Japanese words that pop up in everyday conversation all the time. Try this fun, free Nihongo quiz to check your Japanese vocabulary, and maybe you'll learn new school words along the way.
Beginner Japanese: Find the Word that Doesn't Fit #4Do you want to learn Japanese online? Online Japanese lessons at Nihongo-Pro are your best choice. Your professional teacher, trained specifically to teach online, will build online lessons customized just for you, to fit your Japanese goals and your learning style.
Do you want to learn Japanese online? Online Japanese lessons at Nihongo-Pro are your best choice. Your professional teacher, trained specifically to teach online, will build online lessons customized just for you, to fit your Japanese goals and your learning style.
Free Listening Quiz: Observing Living ThingsDogs, cats, flowers, and more—living things are all around us. In this free Japanese listening quiz, we present two dialogs, each about one minute long, of a woman talking about her observations of living things around her.
Dogs, cats, flowers, and more—living things are all around us. In this free Japanese listening quiz, we present two dialogs, each about one minute long, of a woman talking about her observations of living things around her.
Advanced Japanese Collocations (Phrases using Karada)If you want to learn Japanese online fast, why not add private Japanese lessons to your study plan? Nihongo-Pro teachers are first-rate, expert Japanese instructors, many with experience teaching Japanese online.
If you want to learn Japanese online fast, why not add private Japanese lessons to your study plan? Nihongo-Pro teachers are first-rate, expert Japanese instructors, many with experience teaching Japanese online.
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Reading Practice for Beginners: The Japanese IzakayaTest your Japanese reading comprehension with this free beginner Japanese quiz—excellent practice for the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT), too!
Test your Japanese reading comprehension with this free beginner Japanese quiz—excellent practice for the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT), too!
Japanese Grammar (Upper Intermediate) for the JLPT N2The JLPT N2 is the upper intermediate level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. The test covers about 200 Japanese grammar forms (including grammar from the JLPT N3, N4, and N5 tests).
The JLPT N2 is the upper intermediate level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. The test covers about 200 Japanese grammar forms (including grammar from the JLPT N3, N4, and N5 tests).
Advanced Japanese Collocations (Phrases using Atama)If you want to learn Japanese online fast, why not add private Japanese lessons to your study plan? Nihongo-Pro teachers are first-rate, expert Japanese instructors, many with experience teaching Japanese online.
If you want to learn Japanese online fast, why not add private Japanese lessons to your study plan? Nihongo-Pro teachers are first-rate, expert Japanese instructors, many with experience teaching Japanese online.
Learn more Grammar, Vocabulary and Idioms with these free Japanese quizzes.
More JLPT N5 Grammar with This Free Beginner Japanese QuizThe JLPT N5 is the first level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. To master the grammar portion of the JLPT N5, one good study technique is to try as many sample test questions as possible. Not only will you gradually learn the various JLPT N5 grammar forms, but you will get comfortable with the kinds of questions you'll find on the real JLPT exam.
The JLPT N5 is the first level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. To master the grammar portion of the JLPT N5, one good study technique is to try as many sample test questions as possible. Not only will you gradually learn the various JLPT N5 grammar forms, but you will get comfortable with the kinds of questions you'll find on the real JLPT exam.
JLPT N2 Grammar: Word Order Questions!Word-order questions were introduced on the new JLPT a few years ago, and they seem to give a lot of students a lot of trouble! Try this free JLPT N2 quiz, and see if you can put the words in the correct order.
Word-order questions were introduced on the new JLPT a few years ago, and they seem to give a lot of students a lot of trouble! Try this free JLPT N2 quiz, and see if you can put the words in the correct order.
Advanced Japanese: Idioms and Figures of SpeechIf you're an advanced student of Japanese, you already know that spoken Japanese is replete with idioms, proverbs, and figures of speech. Japan's long history, centuries of interaction with China and the Chinese language, the philosophical mixture of Shintoism and Buddhism—to say nothing of the Japanese penchant for having the perfect phrase for any situation—have given risen to many Japanese idioms.
If you're an advanced student of Japanese, you already know that spoken Japanese is replete with idioms, proverbs, and figures of speech. Japan's long history, centuries of interaction with China and the Chinese language, the philosophical mixture of Shintoism and Buddhism—to say nothing of the Japanese penchant for having the perfect phrase for any situation—have given risen to many Japanese idioms.
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Learn To Read Japanese Hiragana With This Nihongo QuizIf you have just started to learn Japanese, don't forget to study Japanese writing, too! To learn hiragana well, the key is to practice, practice, practice. Even if you have only a few minutes, practice reading Japanese every day.
If you have just started to learn Japanese, don't forget to study Japanese writing, too! To learn hiragana well, the key is to practice, practice, practice. Even if you have only a few minutes, practice reading Japanese every day.
Learn Basic Japanese Grammar (JLPT N4): -masu FormThe JLPT N4 is the second level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test, and covers about 50 different grammar forms. The -masu form is the form of a Japanese verb when it has -masu at the end; for example, the -masu form of morau is morai, because you say moraimasu.
The JLPT N4 is the second level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test, and covers about 50 different grammar forms. The -masu form is the form of a Japanese verb when it has -masu at the end; for example, the -masu form of morau is morai, because you say moraimasu.
Advanced Japanese: CollocationsA collocation is like an idiom, or words that go together. Learning a few Japanese collocations will make your Japanese conversation sound more natural, and help convey the nuances of your emotion or your situation to the listener.
A collocation is like an idiom, or words that go together. Learning a few Japanese collocations will make your Japanese conversation sound more natural, and help convey the nuances of your emotion or your situation to the listener.
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Learn Japanese Online for Free: Introductory VocabularyIf you are just starting out to learn Japanese, you are no doubt trying hard to learn Japanese vocabulary. This free quiz is here to help, with five introductory Japanese vocabulary words.
If you are just starting out to learn Japanese, you are no doubt trying hard to learn Japanese vocabulary. This free quiz is here to help, with five introductory Japanese vocabulary words.
Learn Basic Japanese Grammar (JLPT N4): -masu FormThe JLPT N4 is the second level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test, and covers about 50 different grammar forms. The -masu form is the form of a Japanese verb when it has -masu at the end; for example, the -masu form of morau is morai, because you say moraimasu.
The JLPT N4 is the second level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test, and covers about 50 different grammar forms. The -masu form is the form of a Japanese verb when it has -masu at the end; for example, the -masu form of morau is morai, because you say moraimasu.
Learn JLPT N2 Kanji with this Intermediate Japanese QuizThe JLPT N2 is the next to the highest level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test, and covers several hundred Kanji. By reading Kanji in the context of real Japanese sentences, you can efficiently memorize the Kanji readings.
The JLPT N2 is the next to the highest level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test, and covers several hundred Kanji. By reading Kanji in the context of real Japanese sentences, you can efficiently memorize the Kanji readings.
Fun with Advanced Japanese VocabularyIf you have ever been stumped by an advanced Japanese idiom or vocabulary word, this is the quiz for you. Understanding and using idioms like these will make your Japanese conversation more natural and expressive.
If you have ever been stumped by an advanced Japanese idiom or vocabulary word, this is the quiz for you. Understanding and using idioms like these will make your Japanese conversation more natural and expressive.
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Learning Basic Introductions in JapaneseCan you say, "I am a student" in Japanese? Try this fun, free Nihongo quiz, and see if you know the basics when it comes to introducing yourself and asking simple questions in Japanese.
Can you say, "I am a student" in Japanese? Try this fun, free Nihongo quiz, and see if you know the basics when it comes to introducing yourself and asking simple questions in Japanese.
Free Picture Quiz: Body Parts in JapaneseDo you know these body parts in Japanese?
Do you know these body parts in Japanese?
Intermediate Quiz: Words Used Often in Japanese ConversationAs you learn Japanese, you naturally want to learn the words and phrases with the biggest payback—the words used most frequently in real Japanese conversation. This quiz presently exactly those kinds of Japanese words.
As you learn Japanese, you naturally want to learn the words and phrases with the biggest payback—the words used most frequently in real Japanese conversation. This quiz presently exactly those kinds of Japanese words.
Advanced Reading Comprehension: An Essay on CookingIf you need help with reading the kanji, click the 漢字 button to show the furigana (small hiragana) readings above the kanji.
If you need help with reading the kanji, click the 漢字 button to show the furigana (small hiragana) readings above the kanji.
Sharpen your skills in Kanji, Vocabulary and Japanese Characters—try a quiz from your smartphone!
Learn to Read Hiragana with This Free Japanese QuizLearning hiragana is the first step in learning to read Japanese. Each hiragana letter has a certain sound. The key is to practice reading hiragana letters over and over until the pronunciation sticks in your head.
Learning hiragana is the first step in learning to read Japanese. Each hiragana letter has a certain sound. The key is to practice reading hiragana letters over and over until the pronunciation sticks in your head.
Intermediate Japanese: Expressions with The Kanji 気 (Ki)This free intermediate Japanese quiz will test your knowledge of Japanese expressions that use the Kanji 気 (ki). Try a new intermediate quiz at Nihongo-Pro every day, and see if you can keep up a perfect quiz record!
This free intermediate Japanese quiz will test your knowledge of Japanese expressions that use the Kanji 気 (ki). Try a new intermediate quiz at Nihongo-Pro every day, and see if you can keep up a perfect quiz record!
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Counting in Japanese!We have to admit counting in Japanese is hard! You have to remember which counter word goes with which thing, and the pronunciation of the number changes depending on the counter word. Then there are the special cases...
We have to admit counting in Japanese is hard! You have to remember which counter word goes with which thing, and the pronunciation of the number changes depending on the counter word. Then there are the special cases...
Planes, Trains, and Automobiles: Ways to Get Around in JapanDo you know how to say the different modes of transportation in Japanese? If you take a trip to Japan, you might find yourself using all these ways of getting around listed in this free Japanese quiz.
Do you know how to say the different modes of transportation in Japanese? If you take a trip to Japan, you might find yourself using all these ways of getting around listed in this free Japanese quiz.
Success on the JLPT N3: Intermediate Japanese GrammarThe JLPT N3 is the middle level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test, and covers about 60 intermediate Japanese grammar forms. To learn how to use this grammar, practice reading, speaking, and writing Japanese whenever you have time—just a few minutes of daily study will make a dramatic difference in your comprehension level of Japanese.
The JLPT N3 is the middle level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test, and covers about 60 intermediate Japanese grammar forms. To learn how to use this grammar, practice reading, speaking, and writing Japanese whenever you have time—just a few minutes of daily study will make a dramatic difference in your comprehension level of Japanese.
Learn more Grammar, Vocabulary, Idioms and Onomatopoeia with these free Japanese quizzes.
Introductory Japanese: Learn More Japanese Vocabulary!Just starting out learning Japanese? Then give this free Japanese vocabulary quiz a try! It's got five words to add to your Japanese vocabulary—even if you don't know these words yet, check out the answers page, and then take the quiz again!
Just starting out learning Japanese? Then give this free Japanese vocabulary quiz a try! It's got five words to add to your Japanese vocabulary—even if you don't know these words yet, check out the answers page, and then take the quiz again!
Learn Beginner Japanese: OnomatopoeiaJapanese has a huge number of giongo and gitaigo—what we call onomatopoeia, like "bow-wow" for a dog barking. These words are fun to learn and will help you sound natural when speaking Japanese.
Japanese has a huge number of giongo and gitaigo—what we call onomatopoeia, like "bow-wow" for a dog barking. These words are fun to learn and will help you sound natural when speaking Japanese.
Intermediate Japanese Grammar to Help You Pass the JLPT N3The JLPT N3 is the middle, or lower intermediate, level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. The test covers about 150 Japanese grammar forms (including grammar from the beginning JLPT N4 and JLPT N5 tests).
The JLPT N3 is the middle, or lower intermediate, level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. The test covers about 150 Japanese grammar forms (including grammar from the beginning JLPT N4 and JLPT N5 tests).
Free Japanese Quiz: Advanced Idioms with NumbersIf you want to learn Japanese online, why not take live Japanese lessons from an expert teacher? Nihongo-Pro teachers are professionally trained Japanese teachers, and will guide you to your Japanese goal in customized private Japanese lessons.
If you want to learn Japanese online, why not take live Japanese lessons from an expert teacher? Nihongo-Pro teachers are professionally trained Japanese teachers, and will guide you to your Japanese goal in customized private Japanese lessons.
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Introductory Japanese: Writing in KatakanaHere's how to set up your computer for typing Japanese. Be sure to type the quiz answers in katakana.
Here's how to set up your computer for typing Japanese. Be sure to type the quiz answers in katakana.
Beginner Japanese Quiz: Learn More JLPT N5 GrammarThe JLPT N5 is the first level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. To master the grammar portion of the JLPT N5, one good study technique is to try as many sample test questions as possible. Not only will you gradually learn the various JLPT N5 grammar forms, but you will get comfortable with the kinds of questions you'll find on the real JLPT exam.
The JLPT N5 is the first level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. To master the grammar portion of the JLPT N5, one good study technique is to try as many sample test questions as possible. Not only will you gradually learn the various JLPT N5 grammar forms, but you will get comfortable with the kinds of questions you'll find on the real JLPT exam.
Intermediate Japanese Kanji (JLPT N3)To learn kanji, the key is practicing reading (and writing!) kanji. This free quiz will help you check your intermediate kanji reading skills. Learning kanji is essential to success on the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT).
To learn kanji, the key is practicing reading (and writing!) kanji. This free quiz will help you check your intermediate kanji reading skills. Learning kanji is essential to success on the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT).
Learn more Vocabulary, Reading and Listening with these free Japanese quizzes.
Beginner Listening Quiz: Who is speaking? #2In just five minutes, you can improve your Japanese listening skills with this fun, free listening quiz.
In just five minutes, you can improve your Japanese listening skills with this fun, free listening quiz.
Free JLPT Quiz: JLPT N2 VocabularyIf you are studying for the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) N2, a solid understanding of the 5,000 vocabulary words is essential for JLPT success. (N2 is the second most advanced level of the JLPT.)
If you are studying for the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) N2, a solid understanding of the 5,000 vocabulary words is essential for JLPT success. (N2 is the second most advanced level of the JLPT.)
Advanced Japanese Reading: Medical CareIf you want to learn Japanese online, lessons at Nihongo-Pro are your best choice to learn Japanese quickly and effectively.
If you want to learn Japanese online, lessons at Nihongo-Pro are your best choice to learn Japanese quickly and effectively.
Improve your Japanese ability in Kanji, Japanese Characters and Listening in just five minutes.
Can You Read Japanese? Try Hiragana With This Japanese Quiz.If you have just started to learn Japanese, don't forget to study Japanese writing, too! To learn hiragana well, the key is to keep practicing. Even if you have just a few minutes, practice reading Japanese every day.
If you have just started to learn Japanese, don't forget to study Japanese writing, too! To learn hiragana well, the key is to keep practicing. Even if you have just a few minutes, practice reading Japanese every day.
JLPT N5 Kanji Quiz #3JLPT N5 is the beginner level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. JLPT N5 requires knowledge of about 100 kanji. Try this free kanji quiz to test your knowledge!
JLPT N5 is the beginner level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. JLPT N5 requires knowledge of about 100 kanji. Try this free kanji quiz to test your knowledge!
Intermediate Listening: At the AirportTest your Japanese listening skills with this free intermediate quiz.
Test your Japanese listening skills with this free intermediate quiz.
JLPT N1 Kanji Quiz #10: Advanced Japanese KanjiJLPT N1 is the top level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test, and requires knowledge of about 2,000 kanji. Test your knowledge of just a few of those kanji with this free, advanced Japanese quiz.
JLPT N1 is the top level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test, and requires knowledge of about 2,000 kanji. Test your knowledge of just a few of those kanji with this free, advanced Japanese quiz.
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Beginner Japanese Listening: Which One?In just five minutes, you can improve your Japanese listening skills with this fun, free listening quiz.
In just five minutes, you can improve your Japanese listening skills with this fun, free listening quiz.
Upper Intermediate Japanese: JLPT N2 KanjiThe JLPT N2 is the upper intermediate level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. The examination covers about 1,000 Kanji (including Kanji from the JLPT N3, N4, and N5 tests), so it is essential to learn how to read Kanji characters and Kanji words (jukugo) correctly.
The JLPT N2 is the upper intermediate level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. The examination covers about 1,000 Kanji (including Kanji from the JLPT N3, N4, and N5 tests), so it is essential to learn how to read Kanji characters and Kanji words (jukugo) correctly.
Sharpen your skills in Kanji, Grammar and Vocabulary—try a quiz from your smartphone!
Free Picture Quiz! The Night Sky in JapaneseWhen you are ready to learn Japanese online fast, why not give online Japanese lessons at Nihongo-Pro a try? Our teachers are qualified Japanese instructors who will guide you expertly toward your Japanese learning goal.
When you are ready to learn Japanese online fast, why not give online Japanese lessons at Nihongo-Pro a try? Our teachers are qualified Japanese instructors who will guide you expertly toward your Japanese learning goal.
Learn JLPT N2 KanjiThe JLPT N2 is the upper intermediate level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. The examination covers about 1,000 Kanji (including Kanji from the JLPT N3, N4, and N5 tests), so it is essential to learn how to read Kanji characters and Kanji words (jukugo) correctly.
The JLPT N2 is the upper intermediate level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. The examination covers about 1,000 Kanji (including Kanji from the JLPT N3, N4, and N5 tests), so it is essential to learn how to read Kanji characters and Kanji words (jukugo) correctly.
Check your Japanese skills in Grammar and Vocabulary with these free quizzes.
Learn How To Count in JapaneseCan you count in Japanese? If you are just starting to learn Japanese, see if you know the words for numbers one through ten, too.
Can you count in Japanese? If you are just starting to learn Japanese, see if you know the words for numbers one through ten, too.
Beginner Japanese Grammar: "... wa ... desu" SentencesLearning Japanese takes practice and patience, but be sure to keep it fun. If you spend just a few minutes every day learning Japanese, your language skill will improve rapidly. The fun, free Japanese quizzes at Nihongo—with new quizzes every day!— are a simple, effective addition to your Japanese study plan.
Learning Japanese takes practice and patience, but be sure to keep it fun. If you spend just a few minutes every day learning Japanese, your language skill will improve rapidly. The fun, free Japanese quizzes at Nihongo—with new quizzes every day!— are a simple, effective addition to your Japanese study plan.
Learn JLPT N2 Vocabulary: Do You Know These Japanese Nouns?The JLPT N2 is the next to the highest level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. The JLPT N2 vocabulary includes about 1,200 nouns. To learn all this Japanese vocabulary, the key is to practice reading and using the vocabulary terms as much as possible, including this free JLPT quiz courtesy of Nihongo-Pro teachers.
The JLPT N2 is the next to the highest level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. The JLPT N2 vocabulary includes about 1,200 nouns. To learn all this Japanese vocabulary, the key is to practice reading and using the vocabulary terms as much as possible, including this free JLPT quiz courtesy of Nihongo-Pro teachers.
Advanced Japanese: JLPT N1 VocabularyIf you want to learn Japanese online fast, why not add private Japanese lessons to your study plan? Nihongo-Pro teachers are first-rate, expert Japanese instructors, many with experience teaching Japanese online.
If you want to learn Japanese online fast, why not add private Japanese lessons to your study plan? Nihongo-Pro teachers are first-rate, expert Japanese instructors, many with experience teaching Japanese online.
Check your Japanese skills in Grammar, Vocabulary, Japanese Characters and Idioms with these free quizzes.
Learn Country Names in Katakana with a Free Introductory QuizDo you know how to write your own country's name in Katakana? Try this fun Japanese quiz, and see how many countries you already know.
Do you know how to write your own country's name in Katakana? Try this fun Japanese quiz, and see how many countries you already know.
Free Japanese Quiz: More Beginning GrammarTo learn Japanese grammar, start with the basics and build step by step to more advanced forms. Practice—lots of practice—will help you remember the new Japanese, and make quick progress in learning Japanese.
To learn Japanese grammar, start with the basics and build step by step to more advanced forms. Practice—lots of practice—will help you remember the new Japanese, and make quick progress in learning Japanese.
Learn JLPT N2 Vocabulary: Do You Know These Japanese Nouns?The JLPT N2 is the next to the highest level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. The JLPT N2 vocabulary includes about 1,200 nouns. To learn all this Japanese vocabulary, the key is to practice reading and using the vocabulary terms as much as possible, including this free JLPT quiz courtesy of Nihongo-Pro teachers.
The JLPT N2 is the next to the highest level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. The JLPT N2 vocabulary includes about 1,200 nouns. To learn all this Japanese vocabulary, the key is to practice reading and using the vocabulary terms as much as possible, including this free JLPT quiz courtesy of Nihongo-Pro teachers.
Advanced Japanese Collocations (Phrases using Karada)If you want to learn Japanese online fast, why not add private Japanese lessons to your study plan? Nihongo-Pro teachers are first-rate, expert Japanese instructors, many with experience teaching Japanese online.
If you want to learn Japanese online fast, why not add private Japanese lessons to your study plan? Nihongo-Pro teachers are first-rate, expert Japanese instructors, many with experience teaching Japanese online.
Improve your Japanese ability in Kanji, Vocabulary, Japanese Characters and Listening in just five minutes.
Learn To Read Japanese Hiragana With This Nihongo QuizIf you have just started to learn Japanese, don't forget to study Japanese writing, too! To learn hiragana well, the key is to practice, practice, practice. Even if you have only a few minutes, practice reading Japanese every day.
If you have just started to learn Japanese, don't forget to study Japanese writing, too! To learn hiragana well, the key is to practice, practice, practice. Even if you have only a few minutes, practice reading Japanese every day.
Free Listening Quiz: Houses, Apartments, and More!In each of two Japanese dialogs presented here, a woman is talking about a place to live. Can you follow her conversation?
In each of two Japanese dialogs presented here, a woman is talking about a place to live. Can you follow her conversation?
Intermediate Japanese: JLPT N2 VocabularyThe JLPT N2 examination is the upper intermediate level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. The test covers about 5,000 vocabulary terms (including about 3,000 Japanese words from the JLPT N3, N4, and N5 exams).
The JLPT N2 examination is the upper intermediate level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. The test covers about 5,000 vocabulary terms (including about 3,000 Japanese words from the JLPT N3, N4, and N5 exams).
Easily Mistaken Kanji: Advanced Japanese QuizJapanese is full of homonyms (words that sound the same but have different meanings), especially when it comes to kanji compounds. If you say sensei, you're apt to think of "teacher", but depending on the context (and the kanji!), the same word can mean "oath", "initiative", "tyranny", and more.
Japanese is full of homonyms (words that sound the same but have different meanings), especially when it comes to kanji compounds. If you say sensei, you're apt to think of "teacher", but depending on the context (and the kanji!), the same word can mean "oath", "initiative", "tyranny", and more.
Focus on Vocabulary and Idioms, and learn Japanese online for free!
Learn Japanese Online for Free: Introductory VocabularyIf you are just starting out to learn Japanese, you are no doubt trying hard to learn Japanese vocabulary. This free quiz is here to help, with five introductory Japanese vocabulary words.
If you are just starting out to learn Japanese, you are no doubt trying hard to learn Japanese vocabulary. This free quiz is here to help, with five introductory Japanese vocabulary words.
Check your Japanese skills in Grammar, Vocabulary, Listening and Idioms with these free quizzes.
Introductory Japanese: Learn More Japanese Vocabulary!If you are just starting out to learn Japanese, you are no doubt trying hard to learn Japanese vocabulary. This free quiz is here to help, with five introductory Japanese vocabulary words.
If you are just starting out to learn Japanese, you are no doubt trying hard to learn Japanese vocabulary. This free quiz is here to help, with five introductory Japanese vocabulary words.
Intermediate Listening Quiz: Moshi-moshi? Hello?Here's another fun listening quiz for intermediate learners of Japanese. Try your skills at understanding real Japanese spoken in the casual style. If you get a perfect score here, conversing in Japanese (...
Here's another fun listening quiz for intermediate learners of Japanese. Try your skills at understanding real Japanese spoken in the casual style. If you get a perfect score here, conversing in Japanese (...
Advanced Japanese Idioms: Choose the Correct MeaningJapanese has many idiomatic expressions; at the advanced Japanese level, it is helpful to understand and use these expressions to make your spoken Japanese more fluid and natural.
Japanese has many idiomatic expressions; at the advanced Japanese level, it is helpful to understand and use these expressions to make your spoken Japanese more fluid and natural.
Learn more Kanji, Grammar, Vocabulary and Idioms with these free Japanese quizzes.
Introductory Japanese: Basic Sentences like "Where is the station?"If you are just starting to learn Japanese, you might feel overwhelmed at learning Japanese vocabulary, grammar, hiragana, and Kanji all at once. Don't worry—step back and focus on learning just one Japanese thing every day.
If you are just starting to learn Japanese, you might feel overwhelmed at learning Japanese vocabulary, grammar, hiragana, and Kanji all at once. Don't worry—step back and focus on learning just one Japanese thing every day.
Learn Japanese Basics: JLPT N4 Grammar and the -te FormThe JLPT N4 is the second level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. One of the grammar forms you'll need to master is the -te form of Japanese verbs.
The JLPT N4 is the second level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. One of the grammar forms you'll need to master is the -te form of Japanese verbs.
Intermediate Japanese: Kanji Having Similar "kanji"If you are learning intermediate Japanese, you know that there are a lot of Kanji that look similar or have similar meanings (that's where the pun in the title comes from).
If you are learning intermediate Japanese, you know that there are a lot of Kanji that look similar or have similar meanings (that's where the pun in the title comes from).
Advanced Japanese: Idioms and Figures of SpeechIf you're an advanced student of Japanese, you already know that spoken Japanese is replete with idioms, proverbs, and figures of speech. Japan's long history, centuries of interaction with China and the Chinese language, the philosophical mixture of Shintoism and Buddhism—to say nothing of the Japanese penchant for having the perfect phrase for any situation—have given risen to many Japanese idioms.
If you're an advanced student of Japanese, you already know that spoken Japanese is replete with idioms, proverbs, and figures of speech. Japan's long history, centuries of interaction with China and the Chinese language, the philosophical mixture of Shintoism and Buddhism—to say nothing of the Japanese penchant for having the perfect phrase for any situation—have given risen to many Japanese idioms.
Improve your Japanese ability in Vocabulary and Japanese Characters in just five minutes.
Fun with Advanced Japanese VocabularyIf you have ever been stumped by an advanced Japanese idiom or vocabulary word, this is the quiz for you. Understanding and using idioms like these will make your Japanese conversation more natural and expressive.
If you have ever been stumped by an advanced Japanese idiom or vocabulary word, this is the quiz for you. Understanding and using idioms like these will make your Japanese conversation more natural and expressive.
Check your Japanese skills in Grammar and Vocabulary with these free quizzes.
Introductory Japanese: Learn More Japanese Vocabulary!Just starting out learning Japanese? Then give this free Japanese vocabulary quiz a try! It's got five words to add to your Japanese vocabulary—even if you don't know these words yet, check out the answers page, and then take the quiz again!
Just starting out learning Japanese? Then give this free Japanese vocabulary quiz a try! It's got five words to add to your Japanese vocabulary—even if you don't know these words yet, check out the answers page, and then take the quiz again!
Learn Beginner Japanese: Match Japanese Adjectives with NounsIf you are just starting to learn Japanese, here is a fun, free quiz to practice your knowledge of basic Japanese adjectives.
If you are just starting to learn Japanese, here is a fun, free quiz to practice your knowledge of basic Japanese adjectives.
Learn More JLPT N3 Grammar with This Free Japanese QuizThe JLPT N3 is the middle, or lower intermediate, level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. The test covers about 150 Japanese grammar forms (including grammar from the beginning JLPT N4 and JLPT N5 tests).
The JLPT N3 is the middle, or lower intermediate, level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. The test covers about 150 Japanese grammar forms (including grammar from the beginning JLPT N4 and JLPT N5 tests).
Learn JLPT N1 Grammar - Advanced Japanese GrammarThe JLPT N1 is the most advanced level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. JLPT N1 grammar includes many grammar forms used in formal Japanese writing and literature, as well as grammar forms you'll find in everyday Japanese conversation—like those in this free Nihongo quiz.
The JLPT N1 is the most advanced level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. JLPT N1 grammar includes many grammar forms used in formal Japanese writing and literature, as well as grammar forms you'll find in everyday Japanese conversation—like those in this free Nihongo quiz.
Focus on Kanji, Grammar, Japanese Characters and Reading, and learn Japanese online for free!
Can You Read Japanese Hiragana?Learning to read hiragana is your first step in learning to read Japanese. Each hiragana letter has a certain sound. Practice reading hiragana letters over and over until the pronunciation sticks in your head, and you will master all hiragana in no time.
Learning to read hiragana is your first step in learning to read Japanese. Each hiragana letter has a certain sound. Practice reading hiragana letters over and over until the pronunciation sticks in your head, and you will master all hiragana in no time.
Beginner Japanese Quiz: No Smoking, Please!To learn Japanese online, why not add private online Japanese lessons to your study plan? Your Nihongo-Pro teacher will expertly guide you in all aspects of Japanese, including kanji, grammar, vocabulary, speaking, reading, and listening.
To learn Japanese online, why not add private online Japanese lessons to your study plan? Your Nihongo-Pro teacher will expertly guide you in all aspects of Japanese, including kanji, grammar, vocabulary, speaking, reading, and listening.
JLPT N3: Grammar Brush-Up No. 799Here are more useful grammar expressions for JLPT N3 learners. Whether you plan to take the JLPT N3 or are just studying Japanese for fun, N3-level grammar is essential in everyday conversation in Japanese.
Here are more useful grammar expressions for JLPT N3 learners. Whether you plan to take the JLPT N3 or are just studying Japanese for fun, N3-level grammar is essential in everyday conversation in Japanese.
Advanced Japanese (JLPT N1): Kanji Readings (Japanese Traditions)To learn kanji, the key is practicing reading (and writing!) kanji. Try this free Japanese quiz to check your skills at reading kanji.
To learn kanji, the key is practicing reading (and writing!) kanji. Try this free Japanese quiz to check your skills at reading kanji.
Focus on Vocabulary, Spoken Usage and Idioms, and learn Japanese online for free!
Introductory Japanese: Learn More Japanese GreetingsEven if you are just starting out with Japanese, learning basic greetings—what to say in a variety of social situations—is a great way to making your Japanese conversation more natural and put your Japanese listener at ease.
Even if you are just starting out with Japanese, learning basic greetings—what to say in a variety of social situations—is a great way to making your Japanese conversation more natural and put your Japanese listener at ease.
JLPT N4 Vocabulary: Learn Upper Beginner JapaneseThe JLPT N4 is the second level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. At this level, you learn over 150 new verbs—absolutely essential vocabulary at the beginner Japanese level. Even if you don't plan to take the JLPT, Nihongo-Pro quizzes like this one will help you learn the vocabulary, Kanji, and grammar you need to speak Japanese.
The JLPT N4 is the second level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. At this level, you learn over 150 new verbs—absolutely essential vocabulary at the beginner Japanese level. Even if you don't plan to take the JLPT, Nihongo-Pro quizzes like this one will help you learn the vocabulary, Kanji, and grammar you need to speak Japanese.
JLPT N3 (Intermediate) Vocabulary: Days and TimesDo you know the Japanese for "the day after the day after tomorrow"? Knowing the correct way to refer to the near future and the near past will help your spoken Japanese sound smooth and natural. See how many of these terms you know with this free intermediate Japanese quiz.
Do you know the Japanese for "the day after the day after tomorrow"? Knowing the correct way to refer to the near future and the near past will help your spoken Japanese sound smooth and natural. See how many of these terms you know with this free intermediate Japanese quiz.
Advanced Japanese Vocabulary: Choose the Correct MeaningJapanese has many idiomatic expressions; at the advanced Japanese level, it is helpful to understand and use these expressions to make your spoken Japanese more natural.
Japanese has many idiomatic expressions; at the advanced Japanese level, it is helpful to understand and use these expressions to make your spoken Japanese more natural.
Improve your Japanese ability in Kanji, Grammar and Vocabulary in just five minutes.
What Day is Today?Can you say dates in Japanese? Thankfully, the months are easy: ichigatsu, nigatsu, and so on. The days are a little trickier: One through ten uses special words, and there are a few other special cases sprinkled in, too.
Can you say dates in Japanese? Thankfully, the months are easy: ichigatsu, nigatsu, and so on. The days are a little trickier: One through ten uses special words, and there are a few other special cases sprinkled in, too.
Free Beginner Japanese Picture Quiz! Names of Colors in JapaneseBe sure to visit every day, and try a new Japanese quiz—with hundreds of free Japanese quizzes, you can learn Japanese online for free in just a few minutes a day.
Be sure to visit every day, and try a new Japanese quiz—with hundreds of free Japanese quizzes, you can learn Japanese online for free in just a few minutes a day.
JLPT N3: Grammar Brush-UpAre you planning to take the JLPT N3? Try this free N3-level quiz, and see if you're ready for the grammar section of the test.
Are you planning to take the JLPT N3? Try this free N3-level quiz, and see if you're ready for the grammar section of the test.
Sharpen your skills in Kanji, Vocabulary and Japanese Characters—try a quiz from your smartphone!
Counting in Japanese!We have to admit counting in Japanese is hard! You have to remember which counter word goes with which thing, and the pronunciation of the number changes depending on the counter word. Then there are the special cases...
We have to admit counting in Japanese is hard! You have to remember which counter word goes with which thing, and the pronunciation of the number changes depending on the counter word. Then there are the special cases...
JLPT N2: Practice Reading Kanji with These Nihongo QuestionsTo read real Japanese, you need to memorize the readings (pronunciations) of the Kanji used in written Japanese. Even if you don't plan to take the JLPT (Japanese Language Proficiency Test) N2, your Japanese reading skill will improve the more reading practice you get.
To read real Japanese, you need to memorize the readings (pronunciations) of the Kanji used in written Japanese. Even if you don't plan to take the JLPT (Japanese Language Proficiency Test) N2, your Japanese reading skill will improve the more reading practice you get.
Free Picture Quiz! Constellation Names in Japanese, Part 1To learn Japanese online fast, why not give online Japanese lessons at Nihongo-Pro a try? Our first-rate teachers will guide you expertly toward your Japanese learning goal.
To learn Japanese online fast, why not give online Japanese lessons at Nihongo-Pro a try? Our first-rate teachers will guide you expertly toward your Japanese learning goal.
Learn more Kanji, Japanese Characters, Listening and Idioms with these free Japanese quizzes.
Can You Read Japanese Hiragana?Learning hiragana is your first step to learn to read Japanese. Each hiragana letter has its own sound, and, because written Japanese is phonetic, it is possible to write any Japanese word using hiragana alone.
Learning hiragana is your first step to learn to read Japanese. Each hiragana letter has its own sound, and, because written Japanese is phonetic, it is possible to write any Japanese word using hiragana alone.
Beginner Listening Quiz: Let's Eat!Here's a free quiz to whet your taste buds! Listen to each sound clip just once, and see if you can answer all the questions. If you are unsure of the right answer, just listen again!
Here's a free quiz to whet your taste buds! Listen to each sound clip just once, and see if you can answer all the questions. If you are unsure of the right answer, just listen again!
Intermediate Japanese: JLPT N2 KanjiThe JLPT N2 is the upper intermediate level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. The examination covers about 1,000 Kanji (including Kanji from the JLPT N3, N4, and N5 tests), so it is essential to learn how to read Kanji characters and Kanji words (jukugo) correctly.
The JLPT N2 is the upper intermediate level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. The examination covers about 1,000 Kanji (including Kanji from the JLPT N3, N4, and N5 tests), so it is essential to learn how to read Kanji characters and Kanji words (jukugo) correctly.
Advanced Japanese: Know What This Means?This selection of idioms will test your knowledge of advanced Japanese. Understanding and using idioms will help make your spoken Japanese sound more natural and more clearly convey emotional nuances.
This selection of idioms will test your knowledge of advanced Japanese. Understanding and using idioms will help make your spoken Japanese sound more natural and more clearly convey emotional nuances.
Check your Japanese skills in Kanji, Grammar, Vocabulary and Reading with these free quizzes.
Introductory Japanese: Learn More Japanese Vocabulary!If you are just starting out to learn Japanese, you are no doubt trying hard to learn Japanese vocabulary. This free quiz is here to help, with five introductory Japanese vocabulary words.
If you are just starting out to learn Japanese, you are no doubt trying hard to learn Japanese vocabulary. This free quiz is here to help, with five introductory Japanese vocabulary words.
JLPT Beginner Quiz: Summer Sale!Learning Japanese grammar is not difficult, it just takes practice and perseverance. Spend just a few minutes every day practicing and reviewing grammar (especially sample JLPT test questions), and your Japanese skill will improve quickly.
Learning Japanese grammar is not difficult, it just takes practice and perseverance. Spend just a few minutes every day practicing and reviewing grammar (especially sample JLPT test questions), and your Japanese skill will improve quickly.
Learn Advanced Kanji Compounds with This Free Japanese QuizJapanese is full of jukugo, words built from two or more Kanji characters. In most cases, jukugo are read using the on-yomi (Chinese-style pronunciation), but there are exceptions—some jukugo are pronounced with kun-yomi (Japanese-style pronunciation), while others mix on-yomi and kun-yomi to create 重箱読 み (on followed by kun) and, less frequently, 湯桶読 み (kun followed by on).
Japanese is full of jukugo, words built from two or more Kanji characters. In most cases, jukugo are read using the on-yomi (Chinese-style pronunciation), but there are exceptions—some jukugo are pronounced with kun-yomi (Japanese-style pronunciation), while others mix on-yomi and kun-yomi to create 重箱読 み (on followed by kun) and, less frequently, 湯桶読 み (kun followed by on).
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