JLPT N5 Course

📖 What is JLPT N5?

The Japanese-Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) N5 is the entry-level certification that demonstrates basic understanding of Japanese. It is recognized by educational institutions and employers worldwide as proof of foundational Japanese language ability.

At Nihongo Kaiwa School, our N5 course is designed for absolute beginners with no prior knowledge of Japanese. Over 6 months, you'll progress from learning the writing systems to holding basic conversations and understanding simple texts.

Upon completion, you'll be able to read and write hiragana and katakana, understand approximately 100 kanji characters, use basic grammar structures, and communicate in everyday situations.

📚 Course Curriculum

Our comprehensive N5 curriculum covers all aspects of the JLPT N5 examination while ensuring practical language ability.

• Writing Systems: Complete mastery of Hiragana (46 characters) and Katakana (46 characters) including proper stroke order and pronunciation
• Kanji Characters: Approximately 100-120 essential kanji characters covering numbers, days, time, directions, common objects, and basic verbs
• Vocabulary: 800+ essential words for daily communication including greetings, family, food, shopping, time, weather, and common activities
• Grammar Fundamentals: Basic sentence structure, particles (は、が、を、に、で、へ、と、も、から、まで、の), verb conjugations (present, past, negative, te-form)
• Listening Skills: Understanding slow, clear Japanese in everyday contexts including introductions, shopping, directions, and simple conversations
• Reading Comprehension: Reading short passages, signs, notices, emails, and simple stories using basic vocabulary and grammar
• Speaking Practice: Self-introductions, asking and answering simple questions, ordering food, making requests, and expressing preferences
• Writing Skills: Writing simple sentences, filling out forms, writing short emails and messages in Japanese
• Cultural Understanding: Japanese etiquette, customs, greetings, bowing, gift-giving culture, and basic social norms

✅ Learning Outcomes

After completing the N5 course, you will be able to:

• Read and write all Hiragana and Katakana characters fluently
• Recognize and write 100+ kanji characters with correct stroke order
• Understand and use 800+ Japanese vocabulary words
• Form basic sentences using correct grammar and particles
• Introduce yourself and talk about daily activities
• Understand slow, clear spoken Japanese in familiar contexts
• Read simple texts including signs, notices, and short passages
• Write basic emails, messages, and fill out simple forms
• Pass the JLPT N5 examination with confidence
• Communicate effectively in basic everyday situations in Japan

📅 Weekly Study Schedule

Our structured schedule ensures consistent progress throughout the 6-month course:

📝 Admission Details

📊 Assessment & Evaluation

We use continuous assessment to track your progress throughout the course:

• Weekly vocabulary and kanji quizzes
• Monthly grammar and comprehension tests
• Speaking assessments every 6 weeks
• Mid-term examination (Month 3)
• Final examination (Month 6)
• Full JLPT N5 mock test before exam
• Class participation and homework completion