Nihongo So-matome N5 May 2026

For complete beginners: Start with Hiragana/Katakana Workbook (free PDFs from Tofugu) + Genki I Lesson 1–3. Then add So-Matome. Amazon, CDJapan, Kinokuniya, or as a PDF/eBook on Japanese ebook stores (requires regional account).

Think of Nihongo So-Matome N5 as a , not a textbook that teaches from zero. If you already understand basic sentence structure (e.g., Watashi wa ringo o tabemasu ), this book will polish your skills and get you exam-ready. nihongo so-matome n5

Take 2 official JLPT N5 practice tests (available in Try! N5 or online). Final Verdict: Is It Worth $25? Yes – but only as a review and test-prep tool. Watashi wa ringo o tabemasu )