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N1, the highest level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT), is difficult even for Japanese people. It is sometimes said that “even Japanese people find it difficult to pass the N1 test,” and that “there are words and grammar that we don't usually use,” but this is not true at all. However, this is not the case at all. You can pass the test if you study the important points. In this article, we will explain the format and sample questions of the JLPT N1.

Counting animals in Japanese has some special rules. We’ll introduce some of the most common counters used for animals—“hiki”, “tou”, “wa”, and “bi”—in an easy-to-understand way. Imagine the illustrations as you learn, and have fun exploring these counters. After reading, you’ll probably want to try counting the animals around you yourself!

This article explains the automatic verbs that Japanese people often use in their daily lives. Depending on the learner's native language, the distinction between automatic and transitive verbs may not be very clear, which can be difficult, but we encourage you to study with this article as a reference.

This page introduces the outline, difficulty level, and advantages of taking the JLPT (The Japanese-Language Proficiency Test), which is the most extensive test to measure the level of Japanese language proficiency of those who study Japanese. If you are studying Japanese, please refer to this page.

We’ll explore the situations in which Japanese native speakers use the word “kawaii” and delve into its various meanings. By the end of this article, you’ll likely find yourself eager to incorporate “kawaii” into your daily conversations!