JLPT N1 Kanji List, Stroke Order & Printable Genkō Yōshi PDF Worksheets (2,000+ Advanced Joyo Kanji)
Achieve complete literacy across all 2,136 Japanese Jōyō Kanji for JLPT N1. Master complex 15-to-24-stroke academic, literary, medical, and legal characters.
Sample Kanji Character Reference & Stroke Order (N1)
Sample character reference complete with Onyomi and Kunyomi readings, English meanings, stroke counts, and interactive practice links.
| Character | Onyomi (音読み) | Kunyomi (訓読み) | Meaning | Strokes | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 憲 | ケン | — | Constitution, law | 16 strokes | ✍️ Write |
| 論 | ロン | あげつら.う | Theory, argument, discourse | 15 strokes | ✍️ Write |
| 証 | ショウ | あかし | Evidence, proof, certificate | 12 strokes | ✍️ Write |
| 拠 | キョ, コ | よ.る | Foothold, based on, grounds | 8 strokes | ✍️ Write |
| 環 | カン | わ, たまき | Ring, environment, circle | 17 strokes | ✍️ Write |
| 境 | キョウ, ケイ | さかい | Boundary, border, environment | 14 strokes | ✍️ Write |
| 響 | キョウ | ひび.く | Echo, resound, influence | 20 strokes | ✍️ Write |
| 鑑 | カン | かんが.みる, かがみ | Appraise, mirror, specimen | 23 strokes | ✍️ Write |
| 譲 | ジョウ | ゆず.る | Defer, hand over, transfer | 20 strokes | ✍️ Write |
| 護 | ゴ | まも.る | Safeguard, protect, defend | 20 strokes | ✍️ Write |
| 欄 | ラン | てすり | Column, handrail, blank space | 20 strokes | ✍️ Write |
| 顕 | ケン | あきらか, あらわ.れる | Manifest, appear, clear | 18 strokes | ✍️ Write |
📖 Study Guide & Stroke Order Rules
JLPT N1 encompasses the entire Japanese Jōyō Kanji standard plus key literary and legal characters. Breaking complex 20-stroke Kanji into familiar radicals makes memorizing and writing them effortless.
- Write from top to bottom (上から下へ) and left to right (左から右へ).
- Horizontal strokes precede vertical strokes when crossing (横が先、縦が後).
- Draw the outer enclosure before filling the inside, then close the bottom frame last.
✍️ Interactive Handwriting & Genkō Yōshi PDF Tips
Combine digital stroke-order validation with physical handwriting on squared Japanese Genkō Yōshi (原稿用紙) paper to lock in long-term orthographic recall.
- Practice 10–15 characters daily in Quiz Mode, then switch to Recall Mode to write from memory.
- Use the Radical Explorer and AI Kanji Sensei to break complex characters into familiar components.
- Print A4 Genkō Yōshi PDF worksheets for offline pencil or Apple Pencil / stylus practice.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How can I break down 20+ stroke JLPT N1 Kanji?
Use Kanji Scribe's Radical Explorer and AI Kanji Sensei to decompose complex N1 characters into 2–3 familiar phonetic and semantic building blocks.
Can I generate custom Genkō Yōshi PDF sheets for JLPT N1 characters?
Yes! Select the N1 deck inside Kanji Scribe and click Print Worksheet to export crisp vector PDF practice pages for handwriting or calligraphy drill.
Complete JLPT N1 Kanji Directory (1382 Characters)
Click any Kanji below to view its stroke order breakdown, Onyomi/Kunyomi readings, radical etymology, and printable Genkō Yōshi PDF worksheet.
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