


JLPT N3 December 2025 Special Course
The next JLPT is in December. Now’s the time to prepare with focus, strategy, and support. No more random cramming or studying alone.
Our 90-day online JLPT course is designed to keep you motivated and on track during the most critical phase of your prep, so you can walk into the exam room feeling confident and ready.
💡 Why Join This Course?
The last three months before the JLPT are the hardest: motivation dips, it’s tough to stay consistent, and you’re unsure where to focus. That’s why we created this course.
In this course, you’ll:
✅ Sharpen your reading and listening comprehension, the sections most learners struggle with.
✅ Practice JLPT-style questions to get familiar with the test format.
✅ Learn time management and test strategies so you don’t just work hard, but you also work smart.
✅ Get personalized feedback and guidance when you hit roadblocks.
We focus class time on what’s hardest to do alone: comprehension, strategy, and practice. Vocabulary and grammar review? That’s for your self-study time, but we’ll point you to good resources and support you all the way.
📅 Class Schedule
N3 Group: Tuesdays, 11:00 - 12:00 JST
N3 Group: Wednesdays, 20:00 - 21:00 JST
N3 Group: Thursdays, 9:00 - 10:00 JST
Need a different time? Email us at info@nihongopicnic.com . If there’s interest, we may open a new group!
🛠️ What You Get
✨ 12 live online classes (60 min each). Small groups (max 6) to keep it interactive and personal.
✨ 2 online half mock tests. Simulate real exam pressure, and review one together in class.
✨ 2 one-on-one sessions (25 min each). Get tailored advice from our head teacher.
✨ Slack access. Catch up on materials, ask questions, and stay connected anytime.
💰 Course Details
Duration: 90 days (September – November 2025)
Fee: ¥66,000 (tax included)
Special Discount: Already in a Nihongo Picnic group or 1:1 class? You get 40% off → ¥39,600 (tax included)!
Please note: There are no make-up lessons, but all materials will be available on Slack. No refunds after enrollment, so double-check your schedule before signing up.
🎯 Ready to Join?
✅ You want to pass the JLPT, not just “try your best.”
✅ You’re ready to show up once a week and stay accountable.
✅ You want expert guidance and a community to keep you motivated.
Session 1: Reading - Grammar in Sentences
Practice using grammar knowledge (like particles and conjunctions) to understand and build natural, coherent Japanese sentences while paying attention to word order and sentence flow.
Kanji:往復、選挙、伝える、卵 、厚いなど
Vocabulary:チャンス、いらいら、記念、研修、価値など
Session 2: Reading - Comprehension of Short Passages
Read practical materials like notices, emails, and brief explanations to learn how to find basic information such as time, place, or conditions from context.
Kanji:苦手、信号、広告、原料、危ないなど
Vocabulary:応援、カタログ、出勤、速度、散らかるなど
Session 3: Reading - Comprehension of Medium-Length Passages
Read passages to understand clearly stated information and grasp the main points.
Kanji:格安、快適、配送料、初めて、困難など
Vocabulary:煮る、おぼれる、履歴書、ぐんぐん、貧しいなど
Session 4: Reading - Comprehension of Long Passages
Read longer texts with multiple paragraphs and build the ability to understand the overall structure and important details of the passage.
Kanji:上達、救助、故障、眠い、投げるなど
Vocabulary:サイズ、えらい、義務、暮らす、高齢者など
Session 5: Reading - Finding Information
Practice quickly finding necessary information from charts, signs, or notices.
Kanji:正確、文房具、通勤、易しい、欠けるなど
Vocabulary:不規則な、アドバイス、具合、おしゃべりな、珍しいなど
Session 6: Listening - Task Comprehension
Listen to simple requests, guidance, or instructions, and understand what action you’re expected to take.
Review of kanji, vocabulary, and grammar from Day 1.
Session 7: Listening - Key Point Comprehension
Practice listening for important words, rephrased expressions, and key points in conversations or explanations.
Review of kanji, vocabulary, and grammar from Day 2.
Session 9: Mock Test #2 - Review & Explanation
Focus on catching the general flow and main topic of a conversation or explanation.
Review of kanji, vocabulary, and grammar from Day 3.
Session 9: Mock Test #2 - Review & Explanation
1. Experience JLPT-style questions to understand the format and time limits
2. Identify your weak points and use them to guide future study
Session 10: Listening - Understanding Spoken Expressions
Understand the speaker’s tone and intention (like politeness, questions, or requests) by paying attention to speaking style and intonation.
Review of kanji, vocabulary, and grammar from Day 4.
Session 11: Listening - Instant Response
Build the ability to quickly choose natural responses in everyday questions and conversations.
Review of kanji, vocabulary, and grammar from Day 5.
Session 12: Final Review - Strategy & Reinforcement
Get ready for the real test by reviewing all key areas and making final improvements.
Comprehensive review of all kanji, vocabulary, and grammar covered in the course.
Session 1: Reading - Grammar in Sentences
Practice using grammar knowledge (like particles and conjunctions) to understand and build natural, coherent Japanese sentences while paying attention to word order and sentence flow.
Kanji:往復、選挙、伝える、卵 、厚いなど
Vocabulary:チャンス、いらいら、記念、研修、価値など
Session 2: Reading - Comprehension of Short Passages
Read practical materials like notices, emails, and brief explanations to learn how to find basic information such as time, place, or conditions from context.
Kanji:苦手、信号、広告、原料、危ないなど
Vocabulary:応援、カタログ、出勤、速度、散らかるなど
Session 3: Reading - Comprehension of Medium-Length Passages
Read passages to understand clearly stated information and grasp the main points.
Kanji:格安、快適、配送料、初めて、困難など
Vocabulary:煮る、おぼれる、履歴書、ぐんぐん、貧しいなど
Session 4: Reading - Comprehension of Long Passages
Read longer texts with multiple paragraphs and build the ability to understand the overall structure and important details of the passage.
Kanji:上達、救助、故障、眠い、投げるなど
Vocabulary:サイズ、えらい、義務、暮らす、高齢者など
Session 5: Reading - Finding Information
Practice quickly finding necessary information from charts, signs, or notices.
Kanji:正確、文房具、通勤、易しい、欠けるなど
Vocabulary:不規則な、アドバイス、具合、おしゃべりな、珍しいなど
Session 6: Listening - Task Comprehension
Listen to simple requests, guidance, or instructions, and understand what action you’re expected to take.
Review of kanji, vocabulary, and grammar from Day 1.
Session 7: Listening - Key Point Comprehension
Practice listening for important words, rephrased expressions, and key points in conversations or explanations.
Review of kanji, vocabulary, and grammar from Day 2.
Session 9: Mock Test #2 - Review & Explanation
Focus on catching the general flow and main topic of a conversation or explanation.
Review of kanji, vocabulary, and grammar from Day 3.
Session 9: Mock Test #2 - Review & Explanation
1. Experience JLPT-style questions to understand the format and time limits
2. Identify your weak points and use them to guide future study
Session 10: Listening - Understanding Spoken Expressions
Understand the speaker’s tone and intention (like politeness, questions, or requests) by paying attention to speaking style and intonation.
Review of kanji, vocabulary, and grammar from Day 4.
Session 11: Listening - Instant Response
Build the ability to quickly choose natural responses in everyday questions and conversations.
Review of kanji, vocabulary, and grammar from Day 5.
Session 12: Final Review - Strategy & Reinforcement
Get ready for the real test by reviewing all key areas and making final improvements.
Comprehensive review of all kanji, vocabulary, and grammar covered in the course.
Session 1: Reading - Grammar in Sentences
Practice using grammar knowledge (like particles and conjunctions) to understand and build natural, coherent Japanese sentences while paying attention to word order and sentence flow.
Kanji:往復、選挙、伝える、卵 、厚いなど
Vocabulary:チャンス、いらいら、記念、研修、価値など
Session 2: Reading - Comprehension of Short Passages
Read practical materials like notices, emails, and brief explanations to learn how to find basic information such as time, place, or conditions from context.
Kanji:苦手、信号、広告、原料、危ないなど
Vocabulary:応援、カタログ、出勤、速度、散らかるなど
Session 3: Reading - Comprehension of Medium-Length Passages
Read passages to understand clearly stated information and grasp the main points.
Kanji:格安、快適、配送料、初めて、困難など
Vocabulary:煮る、おぼれる、履歴書、ぐんぐん、貧しいなど
Session 4: Reading - Comprehension of Long Passages
Read longer texts with multiple paragraphs and build the ability to understand the overall structure and important details of the passage.
Kanji:上達、救助、故障、眠い、投げるなど
Vocabulary:サイズ、えらい、義務、暮らす、高齢者など
Session 5: Reading - Finding Information
Practice quickly finding necessary information from charts, signs, or notices.
Kanji:正確、文房具、通勤、易しい、欠けるなど
Vocabulary:不規則な、アドバイス、具合、おしゃべりな、珍しいなど
Session 6: Listening - Task Comprehension
Listen to simple requests, guidance, or instructions, and understand what action you’re expected to take.
Review of kanji, vocabulary, and grammar from Day 1.
Session 7: Listening - Key Point Comprehension
Practice listening for important words, rephrased expressions, and key points in conversations or explanations.
Review of kanji, vocabulary, and grammar from Day 2.
Session 9: Mock Test #2 - Review & Explanation
Focus on catching the general flow and main topic of a conversation or explanation.
Review of kanji, vocabulary, and grammar from Day 3.
Session 9: Mock Test #2 - Review & Explanation
1. Experience JLPT-style questions to understand the format and time limits
2. Identify your weak points and use them to guide future study
Session 10: Listening - Understanding Spoken Expressions
Understand the speaker’s tone and intention (like politeness, questions, or requests) by paying attention to speaking style and intonation.
Review of kanji, vocabulary, and grammar from Day 4.
Session 11: Listening - Instant Response
Build the ability to quickly choose natural responses in everyday questions and conversations.
Review of kanji, vocabulary, and grammar from Day 5.
Session 12: Final Review - Strategy & Reinforcement
Get ready for the real test by reviewing all key areas and making final improvements.
Comprehensive review of all kanji, vocabulary, and grammar covered in the course.
Norbert Woehnl
Jan 15, 2025
"The teacher makes learning a really fun and interactive experience. They also did a great job at the beginning of finding the right entry level for me and the fellow students - with everybody at a similar level, it is even more motivating to study and improve together. I look forward to continuing my studies and improving my Japanese abilities, and can sincerely recommend Nihongo Picnic to anyone."
Norbert Woehnl
Jan 15, 2025
"The teacher makes learning a really fun and interactive experience. They also did a great job at the beginning of finding the right entry level for me and the fellow students - with everybody at a similar level, it is even more motivating to study and improve together. I look forward to continuing my studies and improving my Japanese abilities, and can sincerely recommend Nihongo Picnic to anyone."
Norbert Woehnl
Jan 15, 2025
"The teacher makes learning a really fun and interactive experience. They also did a great job at the beginning of finding the right entry level for me and the fellow students - with everybody at a similar level, it is even more motivating to study and improve together. I look forward to continuing my studies and improving my Japanese abilities, and can sincerely recommend Nihongo Picnic to anyone."
David Laskey
Feb 12, 2025
"Nihongo Picnic is filling a gap I've felt in my Japanese studies for a while. The class sizes are small so everyone gets a chance to practice, and the teachers are really kind, knowledgeable, and eager to help you grow!"
David Laskey
Feb 12, 2025
"Nihongo Picnic is filling a gap I've felt in my Japanese studies for a while. The class sizes are small so everyone gets a chance to practice, and the teachers are really kind, knowledgeable, and eager to help you grow!"
David Laskey
Feb 12, 2025
"Nihongo Picnic is filling a gap I've felt in my Japanese studies for a while. The class sizes are small so everyone gets a chance to practice, and the teachers are really kind, knowledgeable, and eager to help you grow!"
Krystel
Feb 12, 2025
"This is my 2nd class and I've had different teachers for each. Both teachers made sure we understand the grammar and vocabularies. Pretty satisfied that Nihongo Picnic listens to students' feedback. For instance, we asked for news articles for reading from last class and then my next class had news articles for reading comprehension."
Krystel
Feb 12, 2025
"This is my 2nd class and I've had different teachers for each. Both teachers made sure we understand the grammar and vocabularies. Pretty satisfied that Nihongo Picnic listens to students' feedback. For instance, we asked for news articles for reading from last class and then my next class had news articles for reading comprehension."
Krystel
Feb 12, 2025
"This is my 2nd class and I've had different teachers for each. Both teachers made sure we understand the grammar and vocabularies. Pretty satisfied that Nihongo Picnic listens to students' feedback. For instance, we asked for news articles for reading from last class and then my next class had news articles for reading comprehension."
Price of this course
¥
66,000

Classes:
Online

Classes:
Online

Classes:
Online
Course level:
Intermediate
Course level:
Intermediate
Course level:
Intermediate
Lesson:
12
Lesson:
12
Lesson:
12
Language:
Japanese
Language:
Japanese
Language:
Japanese
Duration:
12h
Duration:
12h
Duration:
12h
Enrolled Student:
6
Enrolled Student:
6
Enrolled Student:
6
Set aside 1 to 2 hours each day to work on the following:
Vocabulary, kanji, and grammar exercises
Memorize key vocabulary
Reading or listening practice
Use the textbook and vocabulary book to familiarize yourself with common question patterns and develop effective time management skills.
When you make a mistake, take time to reflect on why. Identifying and overcoming your weak points is essential.
Aim to reach a level where you can confidently understand 100% of the material covered.
Set aside 1 to 2 hours each day to work on the following:
Vocabulary, kanji, and grammar exercises
Memorize key vocabulary
Reading or listening practice
Use the textbook and vocabulary book to familiarize yourself with common question patterns and develop effective time management skills.
When you make a mistake, take time to reflect on why. Identifying and overcoming your weak points is essential.
Aim to reach a level where you can confidently understand 100% of the material covered.
Set aside 1 to 2 hours each day to work on the following:
Vocabulary, kanji, and grammar exercises
Memorize key vocabulary
Reading or listening practice
Use the textbook and vocabulary book to familiarize yourself with common question patterns and develop effective time management skills.
When you make a mistake, take time to reflect on why. Identifying and overcoming your weak points is essential.
Aim to reach a level where you can confidently understand 100% of the material covered.
Have passed JLPT N4 or have equivalent Japanese proficiency (As a general guideline: beginner-level grammar knowledge, about 300 kanji, and 1,500 vocabulary words)
Can set aside 1 to 2 hours for study each day
Are able to self-study N3-level kanji, vocabulary, and grammar
Can understand explanations given in Japanese during class (All classes are conducted entirely in Japanese)
Have passed JLPT N4 or have equivalent Japanese proficiency (As a general guideline: beginner-level grammar knowledge, about 300 kanji, and 1,500 vocabulary words)
Can set aside 1 to 2 hours for study each day
Are able to self-study N3-level kanji, vocabulary, and grammar
Can understand explanations given in Japanese during class (All classes are conducted entirely in Japanese)
Have passed JLPT N4 or have equivalent Japanese proficiency (As a general guideline: beginner-level grammar knowledge, about 300 kanji, and 1,500 vocabulary words)
Can set aside 1 to 2 hours for study each day
Are able to self-study N3-level kanji, vocabulary, and grammar
Can understand explanations given in Japanese during class (All classes are conducted entirely in Japanese)
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Wherever you are in your learning journey, you'll find a course that can take you to where you want to go, creating meaningful human connections along the way.



Join the Picnic
Wherever you are in your learning journey, you'll find a course that can take you to where you want to go, creating meaningful human connections along the way.