JLPT N3 kanji list: all 366 kanji
Every kanji for JLPT N3, grouped by theme. Each kanji links to a page with its readings, stroke order, words and example sentences for work and daily life, with audio for free account holders.
People and relationships (34)
Body and health (31)
Feelings and emotions (15)
Work and money (39)
Study and communication (55)
Places and buildings (23)
Time and sequence (23)
Nature, food and animals (25)
Rules and society (28)
Movement and actions (30)
Qualities and conditions (63)
Questions about JLPT N3 kanji
How many kanji are in JLPT N3?
The JLPT does not publish an official kanji list. This list has 366 kanji. We included a kanji only when three widely used learner lists all place it at N3.
How is the N3 level decided?
The JLPT states that the current N3 falls between the former Levels 2 and 3. The levels on this site are a guide based on the official Test Content Specifications used for the test through 2009.
What is on each kanji page?
Each page has the meaning, the on and kun readings from the official Jōyō Kanji Table, stroke order, common words grouped by reading, special readings, example sentences for work and daily life, and audio (audio plays with a free account).
About the JLPT level
The JLPT does not publish official lists of kanji for each level. The levels on this site are a guide based on the official Test Content Specifications used for the test through 2009. See the JLPT Frequently Asked Questions.
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