N4
Elementary

415 Test Sets · 7,794 Questions

Free JLPT N4 Practice Tests — The Gateway to Japan's SSW Visa

JLPT N4 tests elementary Japanese. It is the minimum language requirement for the Specified Skilled Worker (SSW) visa — the most popular work visa pathway for workers from Nepal, Bangladesh, and Indonesia going to Japan.

JLPT N4 Exam Structure

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Vocabulary (語彙)

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Grammar & Reading (文法・読解)

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Listening (聴解)

Pass Score

90/180 (with section minimums)

Vocabulary

~1,500 words

Kanji Required

~300 characters

Key Grammar Patterns

Intermediate patterns: て-form requests, potential form, conditional ば/たら, causative/passive, giving/receiving verbs (あげる/もらう/くれる), noun modification.

Sample N4 Vocabulary

  • 運動 (うんどう) — exercise
  • 約束 (やくそく) — promise
  • 心配 (しんぱい) — worry
  • 経験 (けいけん) — experience
  • 不便 (ふべん) — inconvenient

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Frequently Asked Questions — JLPT N4

Is JLPT N4 required for the SSW visa?

Yes. Applicants for most SSW job categories must pass either the JLPT N4 or the JFT-Basic exam to demonstrate basic Japanese communication skills for work.

How long to prepare for JLPT N4?

From scratch, most learners need 300–600 hours. If you already passed N5, expect 3–5 months of daily study with JFT Guru mock tests.

What kanji do I need for N4?

Approximately 300 kanji, building on the 100 from N5. JFT Guru's kanji practice sets cover all required characters with readings and example sentences.

Can I take JLPT N4 in Nepal or Bangladesh?

Yes. JLPT exams are held twice a year (July and December) in Kathmandu (Nepal) and Dhaka (Bangladesh). Registration typically opens 3–4 months before the exam.

Is JFT Guru free for N4 practice?

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