JLPT N4 Kanji List, Stroke Order & Printable Genkō Yōshi PDF Worksheets (300+ Elementary Kanji)
Step up to JLPT N4 with 181+ additional elementary Kanji (cumulative 300+ Kanji). Practice multi-radical characters, verb compounds, and stroke sequences interactively in your browser.
Sample Kanji Character Reference & Stroke Order (N4)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 会 | カイ, エ | あ.う | Meet, society, association | 6 strokes | ✍️ Write |
| 社 | シャ | やしろ | Company, firm, shrine | 7 strokes | ✍️ Write |
| 働 | ドウ | はたら.く | Work, labor | 13 strokes | ✍️ Write |
| 思 | シ | おも.う | Think, feel | 9 strokes | ✍️ Write |
| 知 | チ | し.る | Know, wisdom | 8 strokes | ✍️ Write |
| 歩 | ホ, ブ | ある.く, あゆ.む | Walk, step | 8 strokes | ✍️ Write |
| 待 | タイ | ま.つ | Wait, depend on | 9 strokes | ✍️ Write |
| 持 | ジ | も.つ | Hold, have, possess | 9 strokes | ✍️ Write |
| 教 | キョウ | おし.える, おそ.わる | Teach, instruct | 11 strokes | ✍️ Write |
| 病 | ビョウ, ヘイ | や.む, やまい | Illness, sick, hospital | 10 strokes | ✍️ Write |
| 院 | イン | — | Institution, hospital, school | 10 strokes | ✍️ Write |
| 勉 | ベン | つと.める | Exertion, study hard | 10 strokes | ✍️ Write |
📖 Study Guide & Stroke Order Rules
JLPT N4 (and JFT-Basic A2 for Tokutei Ginou / Specified Skilled Worker visas in Japan) requires reading and writing around 300 kanji related to workplaces, transportation, medical visits, seasons, and daily errands.
- 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)
Is JLPT N4 enough for JFT-Basic / Tokutei Ginou in Japan?
Yes! JLPT N4 and JFT-Basic (A2) share the same core 300 Kanji curriculum required for Specified Skilled Worker (Tokutei Ginou / SSW) visas in Japan.
How do I remember similar-looking JLPT N4 Kanji like 待 (wait) and 持 (hold)?
Kanji Scribe highlights the radical component on the left: 待 uses 彳 (step/movement = wait on the road) while 持 uses 扌 (hand radical = hold in your hand), reinforced by AI Kanji Sensei mnemonics.
Complete JLPT N4 Kanji Directory (159 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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