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The complete JLPT N4 kanji list (all 300) with readings, meanings, sample words, and a free PDF download. Plus how to actually study them without burning out.

A free JLPT N4 sample test and a complete framework for using mock exams strategically. Plus why most practice tests don't help you pass.

An honest comparison of the best online JLPT N4 courses in 2026. Self-paced vs live group vs 1-on-1, with prices, formats, and who each one is best for.

Is JLPT N4 worth the 550+ study hours? An honest look at the jobs it opens, the visas it supports, and when skipping it makes more sense.

A realistic 20-week JLPT N4 study plan used in a live prep course. Week-by-week breakdown, exam strategy phase, and the mistakes most learners make.

An honest review of the best JLPT N4 textbooks in 2026. Shin Kanzen Master, Try!, Nihongo So-Matome, budget vs premium pairings, and what Japademy actually uses.

Honest Marugoto review for Japanese learners in 2026. Is the Japan Foundation's free course enough? Real pros, cons, and comparison with live instruction alternatives.

Honest Migaku review for Japanese learners. Can a browser extension teach you Japanese? Real pros, cons, and comparison with structured live courses in 2026.

Honest JapanesePod101 review covering real pros, cons, JLPT preparation, pricing, and the best alternatives for Japanese fluency in 2026.

Honest Japan Language Factory review. Can you speak Japanese in 2 months at $390/month? Real assessment of the method, costs, and better alternatives for 2026.

Honest Rocket Japanese review 2026. Real pros, cons, JLPT coverage, pricing breakdown, and how it compares to Duolingo and live instruction for fluency.

Honest HelloTalk review for Japanese. 40M+ users but unreliable corrections, not for beginners, and conversations fizzle. Better alternatives for serious learners.