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（ ）に いれるのに いちばん いい ものを えらんでください。 母に へやを そうじ（ ）。とても いやでした。 (Choose the best option: "I was made to clean the room by my mother. It was very unpleasant.")
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Key Facts: NAT-TEST 3Q Exam
NAT-TEST 3Q is the JLPT-N3-equivalent level of the Japanese Language NAT-TEST: ~102 multiple-choice questions across Vocabulary, Grammar・Reading, and Listening in 140 minutes; pass with 95/180 points and at least 19 per section.
Sample NAT-TEST 3Q Practice Questions
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1＿＿のことばの よみかたを えらんでください。 来週、日本へ 旅行に 行きます。 (Choose the reading for the underlined word: "Next week I will go to Japan on a trip.")
2＿＿のことばの よみかたを えらんでください。 この 問題は とても 難しいです。 (Choose the reading for the underlined word: "This problem is very difficult.")
3＿＿のことばの よみかたを えらんでください。 社長は 会議に 出席しました。 (Choose the reading for the underlined word: "The company president attended the meeting.")
4＿＿のことばの よみかたを えらんでください。 雨が やんで、空が 明るく なりました。 (Choose the reading for the underlined word: "The rain stopped and the sky became bright.")
5＿＿のことばの よみかたを えらんでください。 彼は 経験が 豊かです。 (Choose the reading for 経験: "He has rich experience.")
6＿＿のことばを かんじで かいたとき、いちばん いいものを えらんでください。 この みせは いつも こんでいます。 (Choose the best kanji for the underlined word: "This shop is always crowded.")
7＿＿のことばを かんじで かいたとき、いちばん いいものを えらんでください。 あした、ともだちと えいがを みに いきます。 (Choose the best kanji for the underlined word: "Tomorrow I will go see a movie with a friend.")
8＿＿のことばを かんじで かいたとき、いちばん いいものを えらんでください。 けんこうの ために、まいあさ さんぽします。 (Choose the best kanji for 'health': "For my health, I take a walk every morning.")
9（ ）に いれるのに いちばん いい ことばを えらんでください。 荷物が 重いので、もう 少し（ ）持ってください。 (Choose the best word: "The luggage is heavy, so please hold it a little more ___.")
10（ ）に いれるのに いちばん いい ことばを えらんでください。 約束の 時間に 間に（ ）ように、早く 家を 出ました。 (Choose the best word: "I left home early so that I would be ___ for the appointment time.")
About the NAT-TEST 3Q Exam
The Japanese Language NAT-TEST (日本語NAT-TEST) is an intermediate-to-beginner Japanese proficiency exam administered by Senmon Kyouiku Publishing Co., Ltd. Level 3Q is the test maker's equivalent of JLPT N3, certifying intermediate ability to understand somewhat complex everyday Japanese. The test is paper-based, fully multiple-choice, and closely mirrors the JLPT in format. It is divided into three sections: Language Knowledge (Vocabulary/Orthography) with 35 items in 30 minutes, Language Knowledge (Grammar)・Reading with 39 items in 70 minutes, and Listening with 28 items in 40 minutes. The total is roughly 102 questions in 140 minutes of testing time. Each section is scored out of 60 points for a 180-point total; candidates must reach 95 overall and at least 19 in every section to pass. Level 3Q targets learners with roughly 600 hours of study (around 6–9 months) and a vocabulary of about 3,700 words and 650 kanji. The NAT-TEST is offered about six times a year (only on Sundays) at centers across Asia, giving learners frequent opportunities to certify N3-level Japanese.
Questions
100 scored questions
Time Limit
140 minutes (Vocabulary 30 min, Grammar・Reading 70 min, Listening 40 min)
Passing Score
95 of 180 points, with at least 19 points in each section
Exam Fee
Varies by center/country; JPY 6,000 at the Tokyo site (from Feb 2026), approx. RMB 430 in China (Senmon Kyouiku Publishing Co., Ltd. (専門教育出版))
NAT-TEST 3Q Exam Content Outline
Language Knowledge — Vocabulary & Orthography
Kanji readings, kanji writing, contextual vocabulary, synonyms, and word usage calibrated to JLPT N3 (~3,700 words, ~650 kanji).
Language Knowledge — Grammar
Choosing the correct grammatical form, sentence-ordering (star-position) items, and selecting the appropriate N3 grammar pattern for context.
Reading Comprehension
Notices, emails, advertisements, and short essays tested for main idea, specific detail, stated reasons, and information retrieval.
Listening
Transcript-based everyday dialogues and announcements testing task understanding, key points, overview comprehension, and quick response.
How to Pass the NAT-TEST 3Q Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 95 of 180 points, with at least 19 points in each section
- Exam length: 100 questions
- Time limit: 140 minutes (Vocabulary 30 min, Grammar・Reading 70 min, Listening 40 min)
- Exam fee: Varies by center/country; JPY 6,000 at the Tokyo site (from Feb 2026), approx. RMB 430 in China
Keys to Passing
- Complete 500+ practice questions
- Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
- Focus on highest-weighted sections
- Use our AI tutor for tough concepts
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is NAT-TEST 3Q the same level as JLPT N3?
Yes. Level 3Q is the test maker's equivalent of JLPT N3, certifying intermediate Japanese proficiency. It mirrors the JLPT N3 format and targets the same vocabulary (~3,700 words) and kanji (~650) range, so it is widely accepted as an N3-equivalent certificate.
How many questions and sections does NAT-TEST 3Q have?
It has roughly 102 multiple-choice questions in three sections: Language Knowledge (Vocabulary/Orthography) with 35 items, Language Knowledge (Grammar)・Reading with 39 items, and Listening with 28 items. The whole test runs about 140 minutes plus breaks.
What score do I need to pass NAT-TEST 3Q?
Each of the three sections is worth 60 points (180 total). You must score at least 95 points overall AND at least 19 points in every section. Failing the minimum in any one section means you do not pass, even with a high total.
How often is the NAT-TEST held and where?
The NAT-TEST is offered about six times a year, only on Sundays, at authorized centers across Asia (including Japan, China, Vietnam, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and elsewhere). In 2026 it runs roughly monthly except March; check your local center for exact dates.
How much does NAT-TEST 3Q cost?
Fees vary by test center and country. From the February 2026 test the Tokyo site charges JPY 6,000, and in China the 3Q fee is about RMB 430. Confirm the current price with your registration center, as overseas fees differ.
How long should I study for NAT-TEST 3Q?
Most learners need roughly 600 hours of Japanese study — about 6 to 9 months of consistent work — to reach Level 3Q. You should be comfortable with around 3,700 vocabulary words, 650 kanji, and core intermediate grammar before sitting the test.