New Kanzen Master JLPT N4 – Japanese Language Proficiency Test Preparation Series

New Kanzen Master JLPT N4 is a comprehensive Japanese study series designed for learners preparing for the Japanese-Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) N4.

Each volume focuses on a specific skill required for the examination, allowing learners to strengthen weaker areas individually or combine several books for more complete N4 preparation.

The series is particularly suitable for learners in the second half of beginner-level Japanese who want not only to pass the JLPT N4, but also to build a strong foundation for progressing to intermediate Japanese.

Available variants:

• Grammar
• Reading
• Vocabulary
• Kanji
• Listening

Variant 1: New Kanzen Master Grammar JLPT N4

New Kanzen Master Grammar JLPT N4 provides an intensive review of late-beginner Japanese grammar while developing the skills necessary for the JLPT N4 examination.

Concise explanations are combined with a wide range of exercises, making the book useful both for exam preparation and for strengthening the fundamental grammar needed before moving on to intermediate and advanced Japanese.

English translations are provided for the explanations.

Grammar Book Features

• Focused preparation for JLPT N4 grammar
• Reviews late-beginner grammar in a structured way
• Concise and easy-to-follow explanations
• Extensive practice exercises
• Helps consolidate essential beginner grammar
• Suitable as preparation for intermediate Japanese
• English translations of explanations included
• Suitable for self-study and classroom use

Variant 2: New Kanzen Master Reading JLPT N4

New Kanzen Master Reading JLPT N4 is designed to systematically develop the reading comprehension skills necessary to pass the JLPT N4.

The book gradually increases in difficulty, beginning with basic reading exercises and progressing to practical texts such as emails, explanatory passages and notices.

It consists of a Skill-Building Section and a Mock Examination equivalent to one full JLPT test.

Explanations are written in easy Japanese and supported by English and Vietnamese translations.

Reading Book Features

• Focused JLPT N4 reading comprehension practice
• Gradual progression from basic to exam-level reading
• Includes practical text types such as emails and notices
• Develops strategies for understanding written Japanese
• Skill-building section included
• Includes one full mock examination
• Furigana used in learning materials
• English and Vietnamese translations included
• Suitable for JLPT preparation and general reading practice

Variant 3: New Kanzen Master Vocabulary JLPT N4

New Kanzen Master Vocabulary JLPT N4 helps learners review, consolidate and actively use the vocabulary required at JLPT N4 level.

Approximately 690 carefully selected beginner-level words are introduced based on vocabulary considered likely to appear at this level.

Each lesson includes basic Kakunin (Check) exercises to confirm meaning and usage, followed by Jissen (Practical) exercises modeled on the actual JLPT format.

All target vocabulary is incorporated into exercises, helping learners move beyond simple memorization and develop a more reliable understanding of how words are actually used.

Vocabulary Book Features

• Approximately 690 JLPT N4-level vocabulary items
• 50 skill-building lessons
• 6 review sections
• 1 mock examination
• Includes columns on affixes and transitive/intransitive verbs
• Basic exercises for meaning and usage
• JLPT-style practical exercises
• All target vocabulary appears in practice questions
• Suitable for daily vocabulary study as well as exam preparation
• English and Vietnamese translations included

Variant 4: New Kanzen Master Kanji JLPT N4

New Kanzen Master Kanji JLPT N4 develops both JLPT N4 kanji knowledge and the practical ability to understand kanji encountered in everyday Japanese.

The book is divided into a Skill-Building Section and Achievement Tests.

Learners study 278 kanji, including writing practice for 186 characters, across 15 study units.

Kanji are introduced through short passages about the everyday life of the Nguyen family from Vietnam. By studying characters together with vocabulary and realistic contexts, learners can understand how kanji are actually used rather than memorizing them in isolation.

Kanji Book Features

• Covers 278 kanji
• Writing practice for 186 kanji
• Organized into 15 study units
• Develops both reading and writing skills
• Kanji introduced through contextual passages
• Helps learners understand practical kanji usage
• Includes 2 achievement tests
• Test questions follow JLPT-style formats
• N4-level kanji vocabulary includes English and Vietnamese translations
• Suitable for both exam preparation and everyday kanji study

Variant 5: New Kanzen Master Listening JLPT N4

New Kanzen Master Listening JLPT N4 is designed to develop the listening comprehension skills required for the JLPT N4.

The book has three main sections:

1. Introduction to JLPT listening question formats and solving strategies
2. Skill-building exercises
3. One full mock examination

The skill-building section covers four major listening question types in a carefully structured order:

• Verbal expressions
• Quick response
• Task comprehension
• Key-point comprehension

This progression helps learners efficiently develop the listening strategies needed for the examination while also improving general Japanese listening ability.

Listening Book Features

• Focused preparation for JLPT N4 listening
• Introduction to official question formats
• Explains strategies for approaching each listening task
• Covers 4 major listening question types
• Structured skill-building exercises
• Includes one full mock examination
• Helps improve general Japanese listening comprehension
• Easy-Japanese explanations
• English and Vietnamese translations included
• Suitable for self-study and classroom preparation

Recommended For

• Learners preparing for JLPT N4
• Students in the second half of beginner-level Japanese
• Learners progressing toward intermediate Japanese
• Students who want focused preparation for specific JLPT sections
• Learners who want to strengthen grammar, vocabulary, kanji, reading or listening individually
• Japanese language schools and teachers

Product Information

Product Name: New Kanzen Master JLPT N4
Japanese Series: 新完全マスター 日本語能力試験N4
Exam Level: JLPT N4
Target Level: Late Beginner Japanese
Product Type: Japanese language / JLPT preparation books
Publisher: 3A Corporation (スリーエーネットワーク)
Available Variants: Grammar / Reading / Vocabulary / Kanji / Listening

Variant Information

Grammar
Japanese Title: 新完全マスター文法 日本語能力試験N4
Main Focus: Grammar
Edition: Bilingual
Languages: Japanese, English
Publication Date: October 23, 2014
Print Length: 138 pages
ISBN-10: 4883196941
ISBN-13: 978-4883196944

Reading
Japanese Title: 新完全マスター読解 日本語能力試験N4
Main Focus: Reading Comprehension
Structure: Skill-Building Section + 1 Mock Examination
Edition: Multilingual
Languages: Japanese, English, Vietnamese
Publication Date: May 31, 2018
Print Length: 134 pages
ISBN-10: 4883197646
ISBN-13: 978-4883197644

Vocabulary
Japanese Title: 新完全マスター語彙 日本語能力試験N4
Main Focus: Vocabulary
Target Vocabulary: Approximately 690 words
Structure: 50 Lessons + 6 Review Sections + 1 Mock Examination + 2 Columns
Languages: Japanese, English, Vietnamese
Publication Date: August 18, 2020
Print Length: 130 pages
ISBN-10: 4883198480
ISBN-13: 978-4883198481

Kanji
Japanese Title: 新完全マスター漢字 日本語能力試験N4
Main Focus: Kanji Reading, Writing and Practical Usage
Kanji Covered: 278 characters
Writing Practice: 186 characters
Structure: 15 Study Units + 2 Achievement Tests
Edition: Multilingual
Languages: Japanese, English, Vietnamese
Publication Date: November 5, 2018
Print Length: 114 pages
ISBN-10: 4883197808
ISBN-13: 978-4883197804

Listening
Japanese Title: 新完全マスター聴解 日本語能力試験N4
Main Focus: Listening Comprehension
Structure: Question Introduction + Skill-Building Section + 1 Mock Examination
Edition: Multilingual
Languages: Japanese, English, Vietnamese
Publication Date: March 13, 2018
Print Length: 94 pages
ISBN-10: 4883197638
ISBN-13: 978-4883197637

Important Note

Grammar, Reading, Vocabulary, Kanji and Listening are separate books. Please select the desired variant before ordering.

Each volume focuses on a different area of the JLPT N4 examination. Using several volumes together provides broader preparation, while individual books are ideal for strengthening specific skills.