Searchable JLPT N5 to N3 word lists
The database contains Japanese words across JLPT N5 to N3, organised exactly the way Minna no Nihongo and Irodori introduce them. Each entry shows the Japanese (kanji + kana), reading in hiragana, romaji, English meaning, part of speech and the JLPT level. The search bar above accepts Japanese, romaji and English — try typing "konnichiwa", "こんにちは" or "hello" and you'll get the same result.
Minna no Nihongo word lists
The Minna no Nihongo lists follow the textbook's lesson order. N5 (Book I) contains roughly 1,000 essential terms you'll encounter every day in Japan, while N4 (Book II) adds about 1,500 more — covering more abstract topics like opinions, comparisons, time expressions and basic business situations.
Irodori word lists (A1 and A2)
The Irodori track covers Starter, Elementary 1 and Elementary 2, and is designed around real-life scenarios. Terms are grouped by situation — introducing yourself, ordering food, talking about hobbies, family, and work — making it ideal for learners who want to actually use Japanese rather than just pass an exam.
How to memorise Japanese words
Most learners retain new terms best when they encounter them in three contexts: a sentence (read it in the grammar notes), a sound (hear it on the audio page), and a visual cue (the kanji on the charts). Aim for 10 to 15 new items per day, reviewed against the previous day's list — that pace will take you through N5 in about three months.