How to register for J.TEST
The steps to register for the Test of Practical Japanese (J.TEST). The process differs outside Japan and in Japan.
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Registration steps
Taking it outside Japan
Find your regional office
There are offices in China, Taiwan, Korea, Thailand, Mongolia, Vietnam, Indonesia, the Philippines, Brazil, Nepal, Myanmar and Laos.
Overseas offices (J.TEST) ↗Apply as instructed by the office
Dates, fees and methods differ by region.
Taking it in Japan
Check the application steps
Check the application steps on the official site.
Apply at public venues (J.TEST) ↗Apply online
Print and bring your admission ticket
Download and print it within the download period.
Take the test
Receive your score report
The score report is sent by mail.
Application period (in Japan)
- Round 189 (Japan)（2026-11-01）2026-09-14〜2026-09-30
- Round 190 (Japan)（2027-01-10）2026-11-18〜2026-12-01
- Round 191 (Japan)（2027-03-14）2027-01-20〜2027-02-02
- Round 192 (Japan)（2027-05-16）2027-03-24〜2027-04-06
- Round 193 (Japan)（2027-07-11）2027-05-26〜2027-06-08
Outside Japan, check the application period with the host institution in your city.
Fees
- Japan
In Japan¥5,800
For other countries, check with the host institution.
Related pages
Source: Overseas offices (J.TEST) ・ Apply at public venues (J.TEST) ・ Last checked: 2026-10-01