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What is the Japanese-Language Proficiency Test?

What is the Japanese-Language Proficiency Test? (Index)

Message from Organizers

Objectives and History

Advantages of JLPT

Four Key Characteristics

N1-N5: Summary of Linguistic Competence Required for Each Level

JLPT Can-do Self-Evaluation List

Indication of the CEFR Level for Reference

Testing and Results Notification

Composition of Test Sections and Items

Scoring Sections, Pass or Fail, Score Report

Test Results Announcement

Test Registration Process

Taking the Test in Japan

Taking the Test Overseas

List of Overseas Test Site Cities and Local Host Institutions

About Special Testing Accommodations (STA)

Sample Questions

Let's Try Sample Questions!

Japanese-Language Proficiency Test Official Practice Workbook

New Japanese-Language Proficiency Test Sample Questions

Books and References

Book Information

Reference Download

JLPT Bulletin

For Teachers: Explanatory Materials

Certificate Issuance

Tests Conducted in Japan

Tests Conducted in Taiwan

Tests Conducted in Korea

Tests Conducted in Other Countries

Statistics

JLPT in Charts

Past Test Data

FAQ

Inquiries

Others

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First test: Sunday, July 5, 2026
Second test: Sunday, December 6, 2026

*Outside Japan, the test may be held only in July or December in some cities. Click here for the test schedule in your city.

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