| Feature | | Try! JLPT N4/N5 | Shin Kanzen Master N4 | Soumatome N4/N5 | |--------|----------------|----------------|----------------|----------------| | Target | Self-learners, quick pass | Classroom + self | Advanced self-learners | Visual learners | | Number of questions | Very high (over 1,500) | Moderate (~800) | Very high (~2,000) | Low (~500) | | Explanations | Concise, in English/Japanese | Detailed, mostly Japanese | Very detailed, Japanese only | Minimal, visual cues | | Mock tests | 2 full tests | 1 partial test | 0 (separate book) | 1 short test | | Digital friendliness | Excellent (clear layout, wide margins) | Good | Poor (dense text) | Good | | Best for | Test simulation + skill building | Grammar deep-dive | Intensive reading/kanji | Last-minute review |
Search for the official "N4 N5 Goukaku Dekiru" workbook on Amazon Japan or your favorite e-book store, download the audio, and take your first mock test tonight.
