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Get your Japanese conversation skills
tested and certified, one-on-one
The Japanese Conversation Test measures and certifies your real conversational ability in Japanese. In a one-on-one interview with an examiner, we carefully assess the skills that written tests can't measure — speaking, intonation, and understanding natural spoken Japanese — all essential for real-life communication.
What is the Japanese Conversation Test?
Holding Grade 2 or higher is a strong advantage when applying for jobs in Japan, and employers can use your grade to see your Japanese conversation level at a glance. Because the assessment is done carefully, one-on-one, you get a precise picture of your ability. The test evaluates the following six skills.
*Available to paid JapaTalk members only.
1. Conversational skills
How naturally and smoothly you can respond and keep a conversation going.
2. Comprehension & listening
How well you understand natural spoken Japanese.
3. Expression & speaking
How clearly you can express your own opinions and ideas in correct Japanese.
4. Intonation
How natural and easy to understand your pronunciation and intonation are.
5. Vocabulary
Your range of vocabulary, from everyday conversation to business terms.
6. Keigo (honorific language)
How well you can use polite and honorific expressions in business and formal situations.
Grades and skill levels
We assess the six skills above comprehensively and certify your ability at one of the following levels.
| Grade | Skill level |
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| Expert | Top tier of native-level Japanese Speaks correct, polished Japanese with excellent communication skills. Ready for top-level business situations. |
| 1st Grade | Native-speaker level Converses on the same level as Japanese working professionals. Commands a wide vocabulary, including business terms, has fully mastered keigo, and speaks with near-native intonation. |
| 2nd Grade | Business-ready level Understands Japanese well and can express opinions in correct Japanese. Knows general business vocabulary and can use keigo. |
| 3rd Grade | Everyday conversation level Can listen and speak well enough to get by in daily life, and can express simple opinions and impressions in Japanese. |
| 4th Grade | Beginner level Can introduce themselves, understand simple Japanese, and answer with “yes,” “no,” and other basic phrases. |
How to take the test
The test is held online as an interview. You can take it anytime at a time that suits you, and it's possible to receive your certification within about a week of applying.
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Apply
Apply from Contact us, stating which grade you want to take and your available days and times (e.g., 7–11 pm, Monday to Friday).
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Schedule your test
We will arrange a test date and time that works for you.
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Take the online interview (25 minutes)
A 25-minute one-on-one test held on Teams, consisting mainly of vocabulary, listening, and speaking sections.
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Receive your results and certification
After the test, we will send you your scores for the six skills, the mistakes you made, and advice on what to improve. Your certificate is issued as a digital file.
The test is held on Microsoft Teams, so you will need a PC or smartphone that can run Teams and a stable internet connection.
Test fees
Your certificate is issued as a digital file after the test. *Available to paid JapaTalk members only.
3rd & 4th Grade
*Available to paid JapaTalk members only.
- Certificate issued as a digital file
- Detailed feedback on your six skills after the test
- A paper certificate is available for an additional fee
Best for: those who want an objective measure of their current Japanese conversation ability.
2nd Grade & above
*Available to paid JapaTalk members only.
- Certificate issued as a digital file
- Detailed feedback on your six skills after the test
- A paper certificate is available for an additional fee
Best for: job seekers — holding Grade 2 or higher is a strong advantage when working for companies in Japan.
Ready to take the test?
Apply from Contact us, stating the grade you want to take and your available days and times.
You can also take the JLPT Online Practice Test on JapaTalk.