Take the Japanese-Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) at Showa

Measure and certify the proficiency of non-native learners of Japanese.

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What is JLPT

Developed in Japan, the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) has been offered since 1984 in countries worldwide to evaluate the proficiency of non-native learners of Japanese.

Showa Boston will host the December 2024 Japanese Language Proficiency Test.

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Showa JLPT Prep™ Courses

Explore our instructor-led JLPT Prep™ courses offered at Showa Boston.

Showa JLPT Prep Courses

JLPT Test Guide

Detailed information about the test, the skills that it evaluates, and the way it is scored.

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Official Practice Tests

Sample questions show the form of test items on the JLPT. Sample questions are organized by level, from N1 to N5

INTRODUCING

JLPT Prep Learning Tracks

Want to prepare for JLPT exam? Showa Boston is introducing a three-semester JLPT Prep track, with three courses per track to ace your preparation. Choose to take all for comprehensive skill improvement or select the one you need most. Choose to take all for comprehensive skill improvement or select the one you need most. We are here to meet your needs.

We provide step-by-step guidance and systematic study plans for your JLPT exam preparation.

Courses in the track:

Spring semester (Jan - May)
JLPT Foundations Course

Build a foundation by focusing on vocabulary, kanji, and grammar. Materials are not exam preparatory only.

  • Expand Vocabulary and Kanji

  • Master core grammar skills

  • Develop your study plan

  • Create or join a study group

Summer semester (May - July)
JLPT Advanced Skills Development Course

Further develop and practice essential skills, especially listening, in preparation for the exam.

  • Improve Kanji reading skills

  • Practice reading and listening sections

  • Grasp exam structures

  • Receive a JLPT registration reminder

Fall semester (Sep - JLPT test day)
JLPT Final Prep Course

Address grammar gaps and enhance test-taking abilities.

  • Review grammar with an emphasis on testing strategies

  • Repeat JLPT-Style practice

  • Take mock exams and build confidence

JLPT Registration usually opens in mid-August. All registrations must be completed on the AATL website.
Image source: https://www.aatj.org/jlpt-us/

For Test Takers

SHOWA BOSTON TEST SITE INFORMATION
Test Location: Showa Boston Institute 420 Pond Street, Boston, MA 02130