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Yes! Every new account gets 30 days of full premium access — no credit card required. You get unlimited flashcards, all JLPT levels, and full analytics from day one.

What happens after 30 days?

After your free period ends, you can subscribe for $8 USD/month to keep full access. You can also invite friends to earn bonus days — each referral adds extra free time to your account.

How is JLPT Lord different from Anki?

JLPT Lord is purpose-built for Japanese learners. There's no setup, no hunting for decks, and no configuration. All 5,000+ official JLPT words are built in with romaji, definitions, and spaced repetition — ready to go in seconds.

Can I use it on my phone?

Absolutely! JLPT Lord is fully responsive and works great on any device — phone, tablet, or computer. Just open your browser and start studying. No app download required.

What if I already know some Japanese?

Take our free placement test to find your level, or just pick the JLPT level that matches your ability. You can start at JLPT N5 or jump straight to JLPT N1 — it's up to you.

Can I cancel anytime?

Yes, absolutely. There are no contracts or commitments. You can cancel your subscription at any time and you'll keep access until the end of your billing period.

What are the basic rules of kanji stroke order?

The main rules are: (1) Top to bottom, (2) Left to right, (3) Horizontal before vertical when crossing, (4) Outside before inside, (5) Inside before closing strokes, (6) Center before sides when symmetrical.

How many kanji do I need for each JLPT level?

JLPT N5 requires about 100 kanji, N4 about 300, N3 about 650, N2 about 1,000, and N1 about 2,000+ kanji.

Does the JLPT test stroke order?

The JLPT does not directly test stroke order — it is a multiple-choice test. However, knowing stroke order helps with kanji recognition and is important for general Japanese literacy.

Kanji Stroke Order

Look up any kanji from our collection and see the stroke count with animated stroke-by-stroke demonstration. Search by kanji character, English meaning, Japanese reading, or JLPT level. Correct stroke order is essential for writing natural-looking kanji.

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Basic Stroke Order Rules

Top to bottom: Start from the top of the character and work down.
Left to right: Start from the left side and move right.
Horizontal before vertical: When strokes cross, write horizontal first.
Outside before inside: Write the enclosing frame before the contents.
Close the frame last: The bottom stroke of an enclosure comes after the inside.
Center before sides: For symmetrical kanji, write the center first.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is stroke order important?

Correct stroke order makes your handwriting look more natural, aids memorization, and is required for handwriting input on phones and tablets.

How many kanji do I need for the JLPT?

N5: ~100, N4: ~300, N3: ~650, N2: ~1,000, N1: ~2,000+ kanji.

Kanji Stroke Order

Basic Stroke Order Rules

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is stroke order important?

How many kanji do I need for the JLPT?

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Kanji Stroke Order

Basic Stroke Order Rules

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is stroke order important?

How many kanji do I need for the JLPT?

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