The Japanese particle に (ni) is one of the language’s most essential — and most versatile — building blocks. Used to mark location, destination, time, purpose, and more, に roughly corresponds to “in,” “at,” “to,” or “towards” in English, though its exact meaning always depends on context. If you’re a beginner trying to get a […]

In Japan, streets are not named but have numbers – with the exception of the main roads. Thus, finding your way around the cities can be challenging.

Welcome to the JLPT N4 vocabulary mock test! This test is designed to prepare you for the vocabulary section of the JLPT N4, as well as build the skills necessary to pass the test with confidence. We offer two versions of the test: there’s the online quiz version, where you’ll get your results instantly, and […]

Welcome to the ultimate guide to passing the JLPT N2! If you’re already studying for it — or at least considering it — chances are you’re ready for a change. JLPT N2 is widely recognized as the practical benchmark for Japanese fluency. Employers in Japan frequently list it as a minimum requirement, and for many […]

The Business Japanese Proficiency Test (BJT) is both a great addition and an alternative to the JLPT, especially if you want to work in Japan. But should you take it?

You may be familiar with the JLPT, but have you heard of the BJT and TOPJ? While the JLPT is the most widely recognized proof of Japanese language proficiency, an increasing number of companies and foreigners are now opting for the JLPT test alternatives. But from JLPT, BJT, and TOPJ, which one should you take? […]

Although JLPT is the de facto standard, it’s only held twice a year. This got us thinking: what are the other alternatives to officially prove our Japanese?

Japanese casual and polite language varies greatly in relationships depending on how well people know each other and whether each party agrees to be treated in the way they are.