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Every one of the 2,136 jōyō kanji — the Japanese government's list of characters for everyday use, taught across elementary and junior-high school. Stroke order, readings, meanings and example words for each, sorted simplest first. Study the set as flashcards or a quiz.

For a breakdown of every jōyō kanji by radical, see Radicals.

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Practice modes

  • Flashcards — flip through the set's words and recall their meanings and readings — a quick way to learn and review.
  • Quiz — pick the right answer from choices against the clock — a check of how confidently you recognise each word.
  • Test — a written quiz with a score at the end — to consolidate what you've learned and spot weak points.
  • Letris — an interactive timed game where you race to find and “defuse” all the matching pieces.

See also

Grade 1 Kanji (Elementary) →JLPT N5 Kanji →Middle School Kanji →