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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.
Beginner Japanese: Grammar (Hint: Don't Get It Backwards!)Japanese grammar can be confusing at first. Long negative verb forms show up unexpectedly, and it's easy to say exactly the opposite of what you intended!
Which Prefecture Doesn't Fit?How much do you know about Japan geography? Here's an advanced "which prefecture doesn't fit" quiz.
Test your Japanese knowledge in Kanji, Vocabulary and Listening.
Sharpen your skills in Grammar, Vocabulary and Japanese Characters—try a quiz from your smartphone!
Sharpen your skills in Kanji, Grammar, Vocabulary and Onomatopoeia—try a quiz from your smartphone!
Learn Japanese N4 Grammar: -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.
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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.
Beginning Japanese: Reading KanjiHow many Kanji can you read? If you are just starting to learn Japanese, Kanji may seem a little overwhelming, but the truth is that by spending just a few minutes every day reading or reviewing Kanji, you can learn to read real Japanese!
Learn Advanced Japanese Idioms with this Free QuizIf you are an advanced Japanese student, you have no doubt seen the vast world of Japanese idioms. Like all languages, Japanese idioms are rooted in the surrounding culture. In the case of Japanese idioms, the influence of Buddhism and Confucianism, plus a uniquely Japanese perspective on society and human relations is evident.
Check your Japanese skills in Kanji, Grammar and Vocabulary with these free quizzes.
Check your Japanese skills in Grammar, Vocabulary, Japanese Characters and Listening with these free quizzes.
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.
JLPT N5 Grammar 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.
Free Advanced Japanese Quiz: Katakana-goKatakata-go, for words of foreign origin written in katakana, are a fun part of Japanese. Many of the words are of English origin, but Japanese don't just import the English word as is—more often, they put a Japanese spin on the meaning, or combine two foreign words into a uniquely Japanese expression.
Test your Japanese knowledge in Kanji, Grammar, Vocabulary and Onomatopoeia.
Free Japanese Quiz: Days of the WeekDo you know the days of the week in Japanese? Try this free Japanese quiz to test your ability. Learn Japanese just a few minutes every day, and your language ability will soar!
Beginner Japanese Quiz: What Kind of Person is Tanaka-san?How do you say someone is tall, or has a quiet voice, or is wearing a blue shirt. In this free Japanese quiz, you'll learn ways to describe people and things. It's an essential part of everyday Japanese conversation, so learning the basic grammar techniques presented in this free quiz will help you shine when speaking Japanese.
Japanese Onomatopoeia #2: Kotsu-kotsu!Onomatopoeia, or gitaigo and giongo, are incredibly common in Japanese, and essential for anyone learning Japanese. This advanced Japanese quiz will test your knowledge of commonly used onomatopoeia.
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Beginner Japanese: Learn How To Say Dates in JapaneseDo you know to say "July 14" in Japanese? How about "March 2"? The months in Japanese are pretty simple, but the days of the month have special rules for different days. Try this fun, free Japanese quiz to see if you have mastered reading dates in Japanese.
Reading Practice for JLPT N1 KanjiJLPT N1 is the highest level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test, and covers about 2,000 Kanji characters. To memorize Kanji readings, aim to spend at least a few minutes every day reading Japanese.
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Test your Japanese knowledge in Grammar, Vocabulary, Japanese Characters and Listening.
Learn more Kanji, Grammar and Vocabulary with these free Japanese quizzes.
Test your Japanese knowledge in Kanji, Vocabulary, Japanese Characters and Idioms.
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.
Beginner Japanese: Find the Word that Doesn't Fit #2To learn Japanese online, nothing beats online lessons at Nihongo-Pro. Your professional, experienced teacher will build lessons customized just for you, to fit your Japanese goals and your learning style.
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.
Check your Japanese skills in Kanji, Vocabulary, Listening and Idioms with these free quizzes.
Test your Japanese knowledge in Grammar and Vocabulary.
Check your Japanese skills in Kanji, Vocabulary, Listening and Spoken Usage with these free quizzes.
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.
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).
Learn more Vocabulary and Spoken Usage 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!
JLPT N4 Vocabulary: Learn Beginner Japanese WordsThe 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.
Learn Advanced Japanese Vocabulary for the JLPT N1The JLPT N1 is the most advanced level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test, and covers a total of about 10,000 Japanese vocabulary terms. To do well on vocabulary, practice in reading Japanese is essential.
Improve your Japanese ability in Kanji, Grammar, Vocabulary and Japanese Characters in just five minutes.
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!
Do You Know These Japanese Particles?Japanese particles—those tiny words that come after parts of speech in Japanese—can be tough to master at first. Try this free beginner Japanese quiz to see how many particles you know. Learn Japanese just a few minutes every day, and your ability will soar!
Advanced Japanese (JLPT N1): Can You Read These Kanji?How confident are you in your ability to read Japanese kanji at the advanced level? Give this quiz a try, and check how many kanji readings you already know.
Improve your Japanese ability in Kanji, Grammar and Vocabulary in just five minutes.
Free Japanese Quiz: Days of the WeekDo you know the days of the week in Japanese? Try this free Japanese quiz to test your ability. Learn Japanese just a few minutes every day, and your language ability will soar!
Why oh Why: Expressing Reasons in JapaneseDo you how to say "Because ..." or "This is why ..." in Japanese? Learning this basic pattern will really improve your Japanese skills, so please give this free beginner Japanese quiz a try!
JLPT N1 Kanji: Master Advanced Kanji and Pass the JLPT N1The 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).
Improve your Japanese ability in Vocabulary, Listening and Idioms in just five minutes.
Improve your Japanese ability in Grammar and Vocabulary in just five minutes.
Introductory Japanese: Learn More Japanese Words!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!
Advanced Onomatopoeia Quiz (Japanese Giongo and Gitaigo)Learning Japanese takes practice and patience. Practice just a few minutes every day, and your Japanese skill will improve with patience. With new quizzes every day, the free Japanese quizzes at Nihongo-Pro are a simple, effective addition to your Japanese study plan.
Sharpen your skills in Kanji, Grammar, Vocabulary and Listening—try a quiz from your smartphone!
Sharpen your skills in Kanji, Vocabulary and Idioms—try a quiz from your smartphone!
Members of the Japanese FamilyDo you know how to say mother in Japanese? Can you read it in Japanese? Try this free introductory quiz to test your skills at reading hiragana.
Yoji-jukugo: Advanced Japanese Kanji CompoundsDo you know many Japanese yoji-jukugo, or 4-character idiomatic expressions? As an advanced student of Japanese, memorizing yoji-jukugo will help you understand the nuanced meanings of Kanji characters, as well as give you more insight into Japanese culture.
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Beginner Japanese: Where's Waldo (and John and Maria and ...)?To learn Japanese online, why not consider
private online Japanese lessons at Nihongo-Pro? Our experienced teachers will help you master all aspects of Japanese, including kanji, grammar, vocabulary, speaking, reading, and listening.
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.
Test your Japanese knowledge in Kanji, Grammar and Vocabulary.
Try a Free JLPT N5 Grammar 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.
Yoji-jukugo: Advanced Japanese Kanji CompoundsDo you know a lot of Japanese yoji-jukugo, or 4-character idiomatic expressions? As an advanced student of Japanese, memorizing yoji-jukugo will help you understand the nuanced meanings of Kanji characters, as well as give you more insight into Japanese culture.
Test your Japanese knowledge in Kanji, Grammar and Vocabulary.
Test your Japanese knowledge in Grammar, Vocabulary and Japanese Characters.
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.
Sharpen your skills in Kanji, Grammar and Vocabulary—try a quiz from your smartphone!
Check your Japanese skills in Kanji, Grammar, Vocabulary and Listening with these free quizzes.
Basic Japanese: Learn JLPT N4 Grammar - -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.
Yoji-jukugo: Advanced Japanese Kanji CompoundsDo you know a lot of Japanese yoji-jukugo, or 4-character idiomatic expressions? As an advanced student of Japanese, memorizing yoji-jukugo will help you understand the nuanced meanings of Kanji characters, as well as give you more insight into Japanese culture.