JLPT N5 Kanji List, Stroke Order & Printable Genkō Yōshi PDF Worksheets (100+ Beginner Kanji)
Master the foundational 103 JLPT N5 Kanji with real-time interactive stroke-order grading, native pronunciation audio, AI Kanji Sensei mnemonics, and printable Genkō Yōshi practice sheets.
Sample Kanji Character Reference & Stroke Order (N5)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 日 | ニチ, ジツ | ひ, -び, -か | Day, sun, Japan | 4 strokes | ✍️ Write |
| 月 | ゲツ, ガツ | つき | Month, moon | 4 strokes | ✍️ Write |
| 水 | スイ | みず | Water | 4 strokes | ✍️ Write |
| 火 | カ | ひ, -び, ほ- | Fire, Tuesday | 4 strokes | ✍️ Write |
| 木 | ボク, モク | き, こ- | Tree, wood | 4 strokes | ✍️ Write |
| 金 | キン, コン | かね, かな- | Gold, money, metal | 8 strokes | ✍️ Write |
| 土 | ド, ト | つち | Soil, earth, Saturday | 3 strokes | ✍️ Write |
| 人 | ジン, ニン | ひと | Person, human | 2 strokes | ✍️ Write |
| 学 | ガク | まな.ぶ | Study, learning, science | 8 strokes | ✍️ Write |
| 生 | セイ, ショウ | い.きる, う.まれる | Life, birth, student | 5 strokes | ✍️ Write |
| 語 | ゴ | かた.る | Word, speech, language | 14 strokes | ✍️ Write |
| 食 | ショク, ジキ | た.べる, く.う | Eat, food, meal | 9 strokes | ✍️ Write |
📖 Study Guide & Stroke Order Rules
JLPT N5 tests core everyday kanji: numbers, time, family, directions, basic verbs, and nature radicals. Practicing exact stroke direction (top-to-bottom, left-to-right) on a Tian Zi Ge / Genkō Yōshi grid builds muscle memory for all higher JLPT levels.
- 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 many Kanji are in JLPT N5?
JLPT N5 covers approximately 100 to 103 foundational Kanji characters covering numbers, days of the week, family members, basic adjectives, and everyday verbs. Kanji Scribe includes all N5 Kanji with interactive stroke order validation.
Can I print Genkō Yōshi PDF worksheets for JLPT N5 Kanji?
Yes! Click 'Print Genkō Yōshi PDF Worksheet' inside Kanji Scribe to generate high-resolution A4 printable kanji practice sheets complete with stroke-order guide boxes, Onyomi/Kunyomi readings, and tracing grids.
Complete JLPT N5 Kanji Directory (92 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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