NAT (Nihongo Achievement Test)
The NAT (Nihongo Proficiency Test) is an internationally recognized Japanese language test that evaluates language proficiency across five levels: N5 (beginner) to N1 (advanced). Asahi Japanese Language and Culture Center offers tailored courses for each level, helping students to progress at their own pace and achieve success on the test.
Levels of NAT
N5 is the introductory level for learners who are new to the Japanese language. This course will introduce you to the basics of Japanese, including simple grammar, vocabulary, and kanji.
Basic vocabulary (greetings, numbers, common phrases)
Introduction to basic sentence structures
Kanji practice (around 100 characters)
Listening practice with simple conversations and daily activities
Reading simple passages
3 months (12 weeks)
2 to 3 hours of class per week + 3 to 4 hours of self-study per week
N4 is for learners who have mastered the basics of Japanese and wish to improve their proficiency. This course will focus on expanding your vocabulary and grammar, preparing you for more complex conversations.
Intermediate vocabulary and grammar structures (past tense, te-form)
Kanji practice (around 300 characters)
Listening comprehension with conversations related to daily life, travel, etc.
Reading comprehension with short passages and notices
Writing and constructing simple sentences
3 months (12 weeks)
2 to 3 hours of class per week + 3 to 4 hours of self-study per week
N3 is for learners who have a basic understanding of Japanese and are looking to progress to an intermediate level. This course will focus on more advanced grammar, vocabulary, and kanji.
Advanced vocabulary for a wide range of topics
Intermediate grammar structures (comparisons, conditionals, etc.)
Kanji practice (around 600 characters)
Listening practice with intermediate-level conversations, news, and interviews
Reading comprehension with passages on various topics
3 months (12 weeks)
2 to 3 hours of class per week + 3 to 4 hours of self-study per week
N2 is an advanced level of proficiency, for students who are comfortable with Japanese and wish to refine their skills for more professional or academic purposes. This course is for learners preparing for complex conversations and written Japanese.
High-level vocabulary, idiomatic expressions, and formal language
Advanced grammar structures (keigo, complex sentence patterns)
Kanji practice (around 1,000 characters)
Listening comprehension with academic and formal content
Reading comprehension with news articles, essays, and reports
3 months (12 weeks)
2 to 3 hours of class per week + 3 to 4 hours of self-study per week
N1 is the highest level of proficiency and tests the ability to use Japanese in highly sophisticated, professional, and academic settings. This course will focus on refining your language skills for fluency in both written and spoken Japanese.
Expert-level vocabulary, including specialized terms in business, science, and literature
Complex grammar and sentence structures
Kanji practice (around 2,000 characters)
Listening practice with lectures, interviews, and debates
Reading comprehension with academic texts, formal writing, and nuanced materials
3 months (12 weeks)
2 to 3 hours of class per week + 3 to 4 hours of self-study per week