漢字
Kanji
Learning Kanji
Whether you're just starting to learn Japanese or you have been studying for a while, you'll quickly find that it is crucial to be able to quickly read the Chinese characters that the written language uses to express many complex ideas: Kanji.
Especially if you're just beginning your Japanese journey, we recommend starting with our Reading and Writing in Japanese series to learn more about how Kanji functions and how it differs from the English alphabet you're reading this in right now.
Once you have the basics down, see below for some resources that will help you to memorize Kanji characters and practice their writing, sourced from Wikipedia and Japanese learning site ちびむすドリル.
Test Your Kanji Knowledge
Take our free interactive kanji quiz to practice reading Japanese characters. Test yourself on Grade 1-6 Kyouiku Kanji used in Japanese elementary schools, with readings in hiragana and English meanings.
Kanji Quiz
Test your kanji knowledge!
Grade-Level Kanji Flashcards
Download PDFs for flashcards covering each grade level's Kyouiku Kanji. These focus on teaching the meanings of each Kanji with images and examples.
Although the flashcards include Hiragana pronunciations, they may not be ideal for beginner pronunciation practice.
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