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Nihongo So-Matome JLPT Series - Complete Guide - JLPT study resources and materials

Nihongo So-Matome JLPT Series - Complete Guide

Quick and efficient JLPT preparation with 6-8 week study plans

What is Nihongo So-Matome and how is it different from other JLPT books?

Nihongo So-Matome is a compact JLPT prep series with 6-8 week study plans per book. Each book covers one skill area (Grammar, Vocabulary, Kanji, etc.) for one JLPT level. It's shorter and more focused than Shin Kanzen Master, making it great for quick review or time-sensitive preparation.
  • Available for N1, N2, N3, N4, and N5 levels
  • Separate books for Grammar, Vocabulary, Kanji, Reading, and Listening
  • Designed for 6-8 weeks of daily study (20-30 minutes per day)
  • More concise than Shin Kanzen Master with focused explanations
  • Includes review quizzes and practice exercises
  • Best for review before JLPT exam or supplementing main textbook

About

Nihongo So-Matome (Japanese Summary) is a streamlined JLPT preparation series published by Ask Publishing. It offers a structured 6-8 week study plan for each JLPT level, covering Grammar, Vocabulary, Kanji, Reading, and Listening. Known for its concise format and daily study approach, it's ideal for learners who want efficient exam preparation.

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JLPT N5 preparation book: Nihongo So-Matome JLPT N5 by Nihongo So-Matome Series
N5

Nihongo So-Matome JLPT N5

By Nihongo So-Matome Series

All-in-one 6-week program covering vocabulary, grammar, kanji, reading, and listening tailored for JLPT N5.

¥3,443
Prices may vary
JLPT N4 preparation book: Nihongo So-Matome N4: Grammar Reading Listening by Hitoko Sasaki, Noriko Matsumoto
N4

Nihongo So-Matome N4: Grammar Reading Listening

By Hitoko Sasaki, Noriko Matsumoto

All-in-one N4 preparation book with 8-week study plan covering all test sections.

¥3,598
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JLPT N3 preparation book: Nihongo So-Matome N3: Grammar by Hitoko Sasaki
N3

Nihongo So-Matome N3: Grammar

By Hitoko Sasaki

8-week focused study plan for N3 grammar with daily lessons and practice.

¥3,748
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JLPT N2 preparation book: Nihongo So-Matome N2: Grammar by Hitoko Sasaki
N2

Nihongo So-Matome N2: Grammar

By Hitoko Sasaki

Efficient 8-week N2 grammar review with organized lessons and practice.

¥3,900
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JLPT N1 preparation book: Nihongo So-Matome N1: Grammar by Sasaki Hitoko
N1

Nihongo So-Matome N1: Grammar

By Sasaki Hitoko

Efficient 8-week review of N1 grammar with systematic organization.

¥4,125
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JLPT N5 preparation book: Nihongo So-Matome N5 by Hitoko Sasaki, Noriko Matsumoto
N5

Nihongo So-Matome N5

By Hitoko Sasaki, Noriko Matsumoto

Comprehensive JLPT N5 preparation covering grammar, vocabulary, kanji, reading, and listening in one convenient book.

¥2,201
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JLPT N4 preparation book: Nihongo So-Matome N4 Grammar by Hitoko Sasaki, Noriko Matsumoto
N4

Nihongo So-Matome N4 Grammar

By Hitoko Sasaki, Noriko Matsumoto

Six-week grammar course for N4. Clear explanations with abundant practice questions and review tests.

¥3,900
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JLPT N3 preparation book: Nihongo So-Matome N3 Vocabulary by Hitoko Sasaki, Noriko Matsumoto
N3

Nihongo So-Matome N3 Vocabulary

By Hitoko Sasaki, Noriko Matsumoto

Essential N3 vocabulary organized by topic. Includes audio support and practical example sentences.

¥3,448
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JLPT N2 preparation book: Nihongo So-Matome N2 Kanji by Hitoko Sasaki, Noriko Matsumoto
N2

Nihongo So-Matome N2 Kanji

By Hitoko Sasaki, Noriko Matsumoto

Master N2 kanji in 8 weeks. Organized by meaning groups for easier memorization.

¥3,448
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JLPT N1 preparation book: Nihongo So-Matome N1 Vocabulary by Hitoko Sasaki, Noriko Matsumoto
N1

Nihongo So-Matome N1 Vocabulary

By Hitoko Sasaki, Noriko Matsumoto

Advanced vocabulary organized thematically. Includes formal and literary expressions.

¥3,748
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JLPT N1 preparation book: Nihongo So-Matome N1 Kanji by Hitoko Sasaki, Noriko Matsumoto
N1

Nihongo So-Matome N1 Kanji

By Hitoko Sasaki, Noriko Matsumoto

Master 2000+ kanji for N1. Organized by frequency and semantic groups.

¥3,748
Prices may vary

Frequently Asked Questions About

So-Matome alone may not be sufficient if you're starting from scratch, but it's excellent for review and consolidation. It works best when used after completing a main textbook series (like Genki or Minna no Nihongo) and combined with practice tests. Many students successfully pass using So-Matome as their primary review material 2-3 months before the exam.