JLPT N4 Elementary Path
Follow a newcomer's first year in Japan — from the first day at work to year-end reflections. Master 91 N4 grammar points through real-life scenarios: making choices, building friendships, chasing deadlines, setting goals, and growing as a person.
Phase 1 · Starting University
You've graduated from language school and entered a Japanese university. Discover what you can do, what you enjoy, and how things work in your new environment.
Phase 2 · Making Decisions
University life is full of choices. Learn to talk about 'what if' scenarios, express regret, and push through challenges no matter what happens.
Phase 3 · Building Relationships
Friendships deepen through give and take. Learn the art of exchanging gifts, doing favors, and making polite requests in Japanese social culture.
Phase 4 · Reading the Atmosphere
Campus is buzzing with rumors and impressions. Learn to describe how things appear, report what you've heard, and express different levels of certainty.
Phase 5 · Racing the Clock
Deadlines, part-time jobs, and a busy schedule. Master the language of time — when, before, after, during, and 'just now' — to keep up with your hectic life.
Phase 6 · Finding Your Voice
Conversations get deeper. Quote what others said, ask embedded questions, and give layered reasons as you discuss ideas over coffee with friends.
Phase 7 · Setting Goals
You're thinking about the future. Express purpose, describe gradual improvement, and relay instructions as you work toward your goals.
Phase 8 · At a Crossroads
Big decisions lie ahead. Express your intentions, announce what's been decided, and give advice to friends as you all plan your next steps.
Phase 9 · Stepping Up
It's time to take responsibility. Try new things, prepare for what's coming, observe how life is changing around you, and learn to take charge when it matters.
Phase 10 · The Story So Far
Your university year is ending. Look back on everything — experiences, growth, and the way you see the world now. Tell your story using all you've learned.