KanjiLessons

Start with Hiragana and Katakana, the two phonetic alphabets used in Japanese. They are essential for reading words, grammar endings, and basic sentences, so learning them first will make everything else much easier.

Once you can read them comfortably, begin with JLPT N5, the beginner level that introduces the most important kanji, vocabulary, and sentence patterns step-by-step.

Yes — learning Hiragana and Katakana first is strongly recommended. They form the foundation of written Japanese and are used for grammar endings, native words, loanwords, and pronunciation guides alongside kanji.

If you don’t know them yet, start there before studying kanji. Once you can read them comfortably, you’ll progress much faster and understand lessons far more easily.

Study time varies by learner, but with consistent daily practice most people can progress steadily through the levels. Beginners who already know Hiragana and Katakana often complete N5 in about 1–2 months and N4 in another 1–3 months. N3 typically requires 3–5 months as the reading load increases and grammar becomes more complex.

The advanced levels take longer because they demand real reading fluency and a much larger vocabulary. N2 often requires 6–8 months, while N1 can take 9–12 months or more. In total, highly dedicated learners can progress from N5 to N1 in around two years, though moving at a slower pace is completely normal.

About 10–20 minutes per day is enough to make steady progress, especially if you study consistently. Short daily sessions are more effective than occasional long ones because they help reinforce memory and build a lasting habit.

If you want faster results, studying longer — such as 30–60 minutes per day — will accelerate your progress. The key is consistency: even a small amount of focused practice every day leads to significant improvement over time.

Yes — the lessons are designed to build the reading skills, vocabulary, and kanji knowledge required for each JLPT level. By following the structured path, you’ll learn the characters and words most commonly tested on the exam.

However, the JLPT also measures listening and overall comprehension, so combining your study with practice tests and additional listening practice will give you the best chance of success.

Yes — each kanji is taught together with its common readings and related vocabulary, so you learn how it is actually used in real words and sentences. This helps you recognize kanji in context instead of memorizing isolated characters.

By studying meanings, readings, and vocabulary together, you build practical reading ability and improve retention, making it easier to understand Japanese texts and prepare for JLPT-level content.

Yes — you can study entirely at your own pace. There are no fixed schedules, so you can learn whenever it fits your routine, whether that’s a few minutes a day or longer sessions when you have more time.

Your progress is saved automatically, allowing you to pause and resume anytime without losing momentum. Consistent practice, even in small amounts, will steadily move you forward.

Yes — you can start for free. The first two chapters of Kanji Lessons are available at no cost, so you can explore the system and see how it works before committing.

After that, access to the full course requires a subscription, which you can cancel anytime.