JLPT Ready Review: A JLPT Prep App for N5 to N1
Passing the Japanese-Language Proficiency Test takes more than enthusiasm. Learners have to manage thousands of words, hundreds of kanji, and a long list of grammar patterns, and the hardest part is often knowing what to study next. That is why many students look for a JLPT prep app that lays out the whole path from beginner to advanced.
In this review we look at JLPT Ready: Japanese N5–N1, a study app by ChatStick built for Thai learners of Japanese. Every screen, hint, and explanation is written in Thai, with English available as well. Here is what the app contains, how to use it, and who will get the most out of it.
What Is JLPT Ready?
JLPT Ready is a JLPT study app that brings five skills together: Vocabulary, Kanji, Grammar, Reading, and Listening, each graded from N5 to N1. Its main strength is one clear roadmap. A guided lesson library orders every topic for you, starting with a hiragana and katakana primer, so you do not have to build your own study plan from scratch.
The app is an independent study aid. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to the Japan Foundation or Japan Educational Exchanges and Services (JEES), the official administrators of the JLPT, and all study content is original.
What's Inside the App
According to the App Store listing, JLPT Ready covers every part of exam preparation:
3,000+ vocabulary words: with readings, romaji, Thai meanings, and example sentences.
870+ kanji: with on'yomi and kun'yomi readings, stroke counts, radicals, and example words.
230+ grammar points: with clear patterns, example sentences, and common mistakes.
120+ reading passages and 160+ listening exercises: with optional furigana.
20 full mock tests: four per level, to rehearse the real exam format.
Study Tools That Help You Remember
Content alone does not get you through the exam. Consistent review and honest feedback do. JLPT Ready includes these tools:
Spaced repetition: vocabulary and kanji each have their own review deck that shows the right card at the right time.
Visible progress: track your streak, study time, per-skill accuracy, and an overall readiness estimate.
Achievements: badges for streaks, mastery, and perfect sessions help keep you motivated.
Natural audio: every Japanese word and sentence can be read aloud.
The developer states that the app uses no fake countdowns and no dark patterns, only clear, original study material and honest progress tracking.
How to Get Started
Download the app for free from the App Store. If you cannot read kana fluently yet, begin with the hiragana and katakana primer.
Choose your target level, such as N5 or N4, and follow the lessons in the order the library suggests.
Open the vocabulary and kanji review decks every day so spaced repetition can bring back items before you forget them.
Practice reading and listening together. Keep furigana on at first and turn it off as you gain confidence.
Take the mock tests for your level, then check per-skill accuracy to see which areas need more work.
App Information and Pricing
App name: JLPT Ready: Japanese N5–N1
Developer: ChatStick Company Limited
Price: free to download. A single one-time in-app purchase, Unlock All Features (THB 99 on the Thai App Store), opens every lesson and removes ads. There is no subscription, and it works across all devices that use the same Apple Account.
Compatibility: iPhone (iOS 18.0 or later), iPad (iPadOS 18.0 or later), Mac with Apple M1 chip or later (macOS 15.0 or later), and Apple Vision (visionOS 2.0 or later).
Size: 19.2 MB
Languages: Thai and English
Category: Education, rated 4+
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is JLPT Ready for?
It is designed for Thai speakers learning Japanese, from complete beginners who still need hiragana and katakana to learners preparing for N2 or N1. Because English is also available, other learners who are comfortable with an English interface can use it too.
Is JLPT Ready free?
Yes, it is free to start. To open every lesson and remove ads, you can buy Unlock All Features once (THB 99 on the Thai App Store). There are no recurring charges.
How many mock tests are included?
There are 20 full mock tests, four for each level from N5 to N1.
Is the app official?
No. JLPT Ready is an independent study aid by ChatStick and is not affiliated with the Japan Foundation or JEES.
Final Thoughts
If you want a JLPT prep app with a clear structure, JLPT Ready combines vocabulary, kanji, grammar, reading, listening, and mock tests in one place, supported by spaced repetition and progress statistics that show where you stand.
You can start for free, and if the app suits your study style, one purchase unlocks everything with no monthly fees.
See all ChatStick apps on the ChatStick developer page on the App Store
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