N3 Kanji With PDF

Moving up to the JLPT N3 level means you’ll start learning intermediate Kanji that appear in newspapers, novels, TV subtitles, and everyday formal conversations. These Kanji are a mix of the basics you already know and more complex ones that expand your reading and writing skills.

This article will walk you through some important N3 Kanji, explaining their meaning, reading, and real-life usage. Even though they’re trickier than N5 or N4 Kanji, with the right strategies you’ll get comfortable using them in no time.

Topic
N3 Kanji

📖 Focus
Intermediate Kanji

🎓 Level
Intermediate

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Master JLPT N3 Kanji with Ease

📘 Kanji List

• 感 (かん) – Feeling / Emotion
• 情 (じょう) – Emotion / Condition
• 変 (へん) – Strange / Change
• 続 (ぞく) – Continue
• 局 (きょく) – Bureau / Station
• 信 (しん) – Trust / Believe
• 特 (とく) – Special

🧠 Tips to Remember

- Focus on understanding the radicals inside each Kanji.
- Learn them in context with phrases, not just as isolated characters.
- Create short sentences to make the meaning stick.
- Keep a daily reading habit with Japanese news or blogs.

💬 Example Words

• 感情 (かんじょう) – Emotion
• 情報 (じょうほう) – Information
• 変化 (へんか) – Change
• 継続 (けいぞく) – Continuation
• 郵局 (ゆうきょく) – Post Office
• 信号 (しんごう) – Traffic Light
• 特別 (とくべつ) – Special

📝 Practice Ideas

• Write each Kanji in 3–4 different example sentences.
• Group similar-looking Kanji and practice them together.
• Use spaced repetition apps for efficient memorization.
• Read short news articles and underline N3 Kanji you find.

📚 What’s Next?

Once you’re comfortable with these Kanji, challenge yourself by reading manga, blogs, or novels with furigana removed. In the next lesson, we’ll cover Kanji related to business, travel, and formal speech.

Note: This article is for learners preparing for JLPT N3. Consistency is key — read, write, and speak with Kanji every day.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: How many Kanji are in N3?
Around 650 Kanji are expected at the N3 level.

Q2: Is N3 much harder than N4?
Yes, it requires a broader vocabulary, more grammar patterns, and longer reading comprehension.

Q3: Can I pass N3 without reading practice?
Unlikely. Reading speed and comprehension are crucial at this level.

Q4: What’s the best resource for N3 Kanji?
JLPT-focused textbooks, online quizzes, and daily immersion in Japanese content.