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The Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT / 日本語能力試験) is the world’s most widely recognized certification of Japanese language ability. Whether you’re job hunting, applying for permanent residency, or simply tracking your progress, the JLPT matters. JLPT Levels at a Glance Level Ability Study Hours (approx.) What It Opens N5 Basic phrases, hiragana/katakana 150–200h Beginner milestone N4 Simple conversation, basic kanji 300–400h Shows commitment N3 Everyday Japanese, functional 600–700h Many job requirements N2 Most daily situations, workplace 1,000–1,200h Professional standard N1 Near-native, complex texts 1,700–2,000h+ Top-level certification What Each Level Actually Means N5 and N4 — Foundation Reading hiragana, katakana, and ~300–500 kanji. Understanding simple sentences. N4 is the first level where you can have very basic conversations. These levels are important personal milestones but rarely sufficient for employment purposes. ...