Japanese Kanji for JLPT N4

Japanese Kanji for JLPT N4

With Native Audio, Mnemonics, and Interactive Practice

Mastering kanji is one of the biggest challenges for learners preparing for the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) N4. This book is designed to make that process clear, structured, and manageable.

This volume covers 178 core kanji commonly associated with the JLPT N4 level, based on past exams and established proficiency standards. Each character is presented in a consistent, learner-friendly format that helps you understand not just how to read kanji, but how to remember and use them.

What Is Inside

Each kanji entry includes:

Stroke count and stroke order diagrams


On and kun readings


Core English meanings


Kanji parts and radicals


Memorable mnemonic stories


Three common example words with meanings


A full example sentence with translation


Complete vocabulary breakdown for each sentence

The book emphasizes learning kanji through patterns, stories, and real usage. By breaking each character into meaningful parts and linking them to vivid mnemonics, you can retain new kanji more effectively.

Multiple example words and sentences show how each character functions in real Japanese, helping you move beyond memorization to practical reading ability.

Free Audio With No Login Required

This book includes free native-speaker audio recordings for all major readings, example words, and sentences.

Instant direct download


No account required


No email signup


No subscriptions

Simply follow the instructions inside the book to access all sound files.

The audio is ideal for pronunciation practice, listening review, and shadowing.

Optional Digital Bonus Content

Readers may also choose to unlock additional digital learning tools through our free newsletter. This is optional.

Complete digital edition


Anki flashcard decks


Sentence Explorer integration


Web and mobile app practice


Ongoing updates and extras

Our Sentence Explorer system allows you to study each sentence word by word through interactive practice on the web or in the Makoto+ app. This helps reinforce kanji, vocabulary, and grammar together in context.

Audio downloads are always available without registration. Digital tools are optional enhancements.

Who This Book Is For

This book is ideal for:

JLPT N4 test takers


Self-study learners


Classroom students


Beginner to intermediate learners


Anyone serious about kanji mastery