Global InformationNihongo Kentei information
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| Acronym | Goken |
|---|---|
| Type | Language Proficiency Test |
| Year started | 2007 |
| Languages | Japanese |
| Website | https://www.nihongokentei.jp |
The Nihongo Kentei (日本語検定, The Japanese Language Examination) is a standardized test of Japanese language proficiency for native Japanese language speakers. The test is held twice a year, in June and November; approximately 300,000 people sit the examination every year.
In 2011, the test was sponsored by the Japanese Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science, and Technology (MEXT).[citation needed]