This is a free, curated JLPT N2 kanji list with on'yomi/kun'yomi readings and English meanings. JLPT N2 requires command of around 1,000 kanji in total, with about 370 introduced at the N2 level. The high-frequency characters below are the best place to start — study them online, or print this page for offline review.
High-frequency JLPT N2 kanji
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Frequently asked questions
How many kanji are needed for JLPT N2?
You need command of around 1,000 kanji in total for N2, of which roughly 370 are introduced at the N2 level itself on top of the N5–N3 kanji.
Is this N2 kanji list free?
Yes. This curated high-frequency N2 kanji list is completely free to read online, with readings and meanings, and you can print the page or study it on mobile — no signup required.
What is the best way to learn N2 kanji?
Learn kanji inside vocabulary, not in isolation. Group each kanji with the N2 words that use it, practise the on'yomi compounds (jukugo), and review with spaced repetition.
Does this cover every N2 kanji?
This is a curated high-frequency selection of the most exam-relevant N2 kanji to get you started fast. Pair it with the N2 vocabulary and grammar pages for full coverage.