The Japanese-Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) is a test for non-native speakers of Japanese which evaluates and certifies their Japanese-Language proficiency. The test takes place twice a year (July and December) in Japan and various locations around the world. Currently, it is the largest Japanese-language test in the world, with more than 1.36 million people in 87 countries worldwide registered for the JLPT in 2018.

The next JLPT will take place on Sunday, 2nd July 2023 at two locations in the UK: London (SOAS University of London) and Leicester (the University of Leicester).

Please refer to each university’s website for application opening dates and registration details.

Japan Research Centre, SOAS University of London

University of Leicester

Please note that JLPT is very popular and registration at each test centre will close when the test centre has reached its maximum capacity.

For more information about the test, please visit JLPT website 

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