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Think of Nihongo So-Matome N5 as a , not a textbook that teaches from zero. If you already understand basic sentence structure (e.g., Watashi wa ringo o tabemasu ), this book will polish your skills and get you exam-ready.

Take 2 official JLPT N5 practice tests (available in Try! N5 or online). Final Verdict: Is It Worth $25? Yes – but only as a review and test-prep tool. nihongo so-matome n5

For complete beginners: Start with Hiragana/Katakana Workbook (free PDFs from Tofugu) + Genki I Lesson 1–3. Then add So-Matome. Amazon, CDJapan, Kinokuniya, or as a PDF/eBook on Japanese ebook stores (requires regional account). Think of Nihongo So-Matome N5 as a ,

If you are starting your Japanese language journey, you have likely encountered two big challenges: kanji looking like complex art and grammar patterns that feel backwards compared to English. N5 or online)

Enter (日本語総まとめ N5). Unlike the famous Genki textbook series (which is designed for classroom use), So-Matome is built for self-learners aiming to pass the JLPT (Japanese Language Proficiency Test) quickly.