N5, N4 Preparation Course

What is JLPT? 

The JLPT, or Japanese Language Proficiency Test, is a standardized test that checks the ability of non-native speakers to read, understand, and write in the Japanese language. Whether it is employment or exploring study opportunities in Japan, Japanese language proficiency is necessary. 

The JLPT examination is offered three times a year, in July, December, and January. This language standardized test is conducted at five levels, from N5 (beginner) to N1 (advanced). Different aspects of language proficiency, grammar, vocabulary, reading, and listening comprehension are accessed based on this test. 

Classes are starting for the N5 Preparation Course (Basic Level)

N5-level Japanese represents the beginning phase of the JLPT. Understanding the basics of Japanese. Beginning with Kanji N5, it is a smaller set of 100 kanji tested at the N5 level, involving kanji recognition and reading. 

The official JLPT website provides information on the JLPT N5 Test, including the format, registration, and schedule of the test. You get to familiarize yourself with the N5-level question types and formats in the classes. 

You get to prepare yourself for the N5 Verbs Masu form and the JLPT N5 Practice Test. Kanji N5 PDF, free resources, and a book are provided upon registration, and a top expert in the Japanese language will help you express more formality and learn and practice N5 kanji. 

The duration of the JLPT N5 preparation differs based on the student's specific needs and ends just days before the actual exam. Focus on a basic understanding of the Japanese language. 

Classes are starting for the N4 Preparation Course (Elementary Level) 

N4 Level Japanese offers you basic Japanese communication skills. These demonstrate reading comprehension, vocabulary development, and N4 kanji, which requires a specific set of 562 kanji required at the N4 level. 

The JLPT N4 Kanji List offers readings, meanings, and examples of each sentence, present in the official list of each N4 kanji. Also, you can hone your Japanese writing skills with the Kanji characters, as per the JLPT n4 kanji practice sheets PDF. 

We prepare you for cracking the essential JLPT N4 Vocabulary List and provide a free sample test, helping you give JLPT N4 questions with more confidence. So, get to master the 562 N4 Kanji characters with our in-depth learning materials, express yourself clearly, and sharpen your skills with realistic practice tests at Bethesda. 

We help you learn the complete N4 Kanji set with official references and explanations. Take a step toward N4 fluency and fuel your study in Japan dreams today! 

How can Bethesda benefit your N4 and N5 preparation? 

Bethesda offers you updated course materials and even traditional resources like textbooks and practice texts. Those who blend into technology can also make the most of grammar explanations through diverse learning styles, study forums, and whatnot. 

We offer online and in-person Japanese language preparation courses to help you live in Japan without language barriers. Achieve a 90% success rate, as proven in our 7 years of experience. Field visits, guest lectures from the JICA embassy, and language practice with Japanese volunteers—won't that help you? 

Get access to Bethesda Library, where you can borrow Japanese manga, newspapers, novels, and audiobooks, and practice reading and listening comprehension. Also, watching movies and TV shows with Japanese subtitles helps you understand more. 

Let us prepare you for a secure future tomorrow. And it all starts with student profiling and admission guidelines. Are you excited to choose Bethesda? 
 

Fun Facts about JFT-Basic Exam Preparation

Did you know? The Japanese language has a writing style in time reverse order than English; I ate food becomes, 食べ物を食べました; if you go for the literal word-to-word translation, it becomes, in the food I ate, type, so be conscious of this when it comes to translating Japanese anime through English subtitles. 

Besides kanji, there is hiragana and katakana format preparation, specific verb conjugations, and solely based on admission and recruitment. Don’t let the hiragana, katakana, and kanji scare you! 

The N4 and N5 levels test basic Japanese learned from a textbook. N4-level Japanese is required for college admission. 

N1: level of understanding of Japanese used in a range of circumstances
N2: level of Japanese proficiency in everyday situations and perception range of circumstances to a certain degree
N3: Understand Japanese used in everyday situations to a certain degree
N4: Able to read and Understand basic Japanese language on familiar daily topics on kanji
N5: Able to understand and comprehend conversations in daily classroom situations written in hiragana, katakana, and kanji

Duration of the N4 and N5 level Japanese preparation Course

The duration of the N4 and N5 level Japanese preparation course differs depending on the format of the course, whether it's online or in-person learning. Also, opting for a full-time intensive course becomes shorter than a part-time evening course. 

Usually, N5 with kanji takes 250-450 hours of preparation time, and if there is no prior kanji knowledge, around 75-150 hours of pre-training are required to understand kanji. Coming to N4 with kanji knowledge, 400-700 hours of learning can help you cover the course for JLPT. 

Students desire to learn the base, the content of the course, the syllabus, and additional field trips. Guest lecturers also make a difference in learning the basic Japanese language. After 3 to 6 months of preparation, students can score above the pass marks in the N4 and N5 JPLT tests. 

Course content of the N5 and N4 levels of JLPT 

The JLPT examination merely classifies it into 2 sections: language knowledge and listening.

Language knowledge includes vocabulary, grammar, and reading comprehension skills. It takes 60 minutes for N4 and 50 minutes for N5. Coming to the listening section tests your ability to understand spoken Japanese in various contexts, 35 minutes for N4 and 30 minutes for N5. 

Passing Score for N5 and N4 JLPT

A passing score on the N5 and N4 JLPT varies as per the overall and sectional tests. You need to pass in a section, and then your overall score counts. 

The N4 level requires 90 points out of a possible 180 points to pass on the overall score. On top of that, at least 38 points in language knowledge and reading comprehension and 19 points in listening comprehension are required to pass the sectional test. 

Learning the course is quite tough, as the kanji characters, verb conjugation, and conversational expression of the Japanese language might take time. As per reports, the overall passing rate for JLPT is 45–50% each year in N4 and above 65% in N5 levels. 

What is the test fee and application period for N4 and N5 JLPT? 

Interested candidates can apply for the JLPT examination via the Internet, choosing certain test venue cities. Applicants can sign up for My JLPT on the JEES website and register with JLPT application information. 

Fees are determined by the Japan Foundation in consultation with the host institution in the case of overseas students. But if you are inside Japan, it is fixed as a fee of ¥7,500 (consumption tax included). Usually, the JLPT examination is conducted 3 times a year, and the application is open for 20 days, so stay updated on the JEEC website for more information. 

What are the course fees for N4 and N5 classes? 

Rs. 25,000 for a 4-month course at Bethesda Educational Consultancy with access to materials like "Minna no Nihongo" and Kanji resources for N5 level preparation. Whereas, if you want to learn N5-level, charges can be Rs. 15,000/month for a 3-month advanced course with a specific resource plan too. 

What is the duration of the N4 and N5 courses? 

The duration of N4 and N5 classes depends upon the specific students. It takes an initial 3 to 6 months for students to prepare for the Japanese language for the N5 level, and after that, an additional 6 months are required for the N4 course preparation. 

What are the JLPT exam fees in Nepal? 

The application fees can be directly paid via Khalti or through our team at Bethesda, and the applicable charge for JLPT is NRS 3000 for all levels, including N1, N2, N3, N4, and N5.