About JAPAN QUEST

Discover the Heart and Beauty of Japan

Japan Quest is more than just memorizing facts. It’s about truly understanding and experiencing Japan’s unique spirit and aesthetics. After each quiz, you’ll receive detailed explanations that go beyond right and wrong answers, helping you explore the cultural background and reasons behind various customs. Reflecting on these insights will give you lasting knowledge that stays with you for a lifetime.

Challenges Designed Just for You

Japanese culture and etiquette might seem a bit overwhelming at first, but don’t worry! Japan Quest uses simple and clear language to make learning easy. Start with Level 3 to get a handle on the essentials, and progress to Level 1 to become a true Japan expert.
Take it one step at a time and enjoy the journey!

Start with a Free Trial Quiz and Spark Your Curiosity!

JAPAN QUEST is a “useful” certification test even after

JAPAN QUEST
The Test starts
from October 1, 2024

Japan Quest Offers Levels 3 to 1
Each level features random questions, and after each test, you’ll get detailed explanations. This means you’re not just answering questions—you’re really learning and gaining insights.

TRIAL TEST!

How to take the JAPAN QUEST

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About each level

JAPAN QUEST Offers Levels 3 to 1

JAPAN QUEST Offers Levels 3 to 1

  • Level 1

    Only those who have passed Level 2 may take the test. Comprehensive in-depth knowledge of Japan is tested, ranging from Japanese cultural history, traditional culture, and traditional events to contemporary Japanese culture and subcultures.

  • Level 2

    Only those who have passed Level 3 may take the test. It incorporates the essence of traditional culture and can be used with confidence to describe the culture and characteristics of each region, as well as international communication.

  • Level 3

    By learning the basic origins behind Japanese culture, the content can be used in daily life to make everyday life more enjoyable. This course will nurture your identity as a Japanese person.

Start with a Free Trial Quiz and Spark Your Curiosity!
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Trial Test

Overview of each level

  • Level 1
    Master of Japanese Culture
    Test Requirement Persons who have passed Level 2
    Level of questions Wide range of questions from all genres of Japanese culture
    Question Format Multiple-choice questions
    Number of questions 40
    Duration 60 minutes
    Examination fee 5,500 yen (tax included)
    Passing standard 70%
  • Level 2
    In-Depth Study of Japanese Culture
    Test requirement Persons who have passed Level 3
    Level of questions Questions on the history of Japanese culture, traditional culture, and seasonal relics, etc., which are necessary for international communication.
    Question format Multiple-choice questions
    Number of questions 30
    Examination duration 45 minutes
    Examination fee 3,500 yen (tax included)
    Passing standard 70%
  • Level 3
    Introduction to Japanese Culture
    Test requirement Registered members
    Level of questions Questions about basic Japanese culture, customs, and manners in Japan
    Question Format Multiple-choice questions
    Number of questions 20
    Duration 30 minutes
    Examination Fee 2,200 yen (tax included)
    Passing Standard 70%

Becoming a Japan Quest Specialist
comes with a lot of benefits!

Upon successful completion of the test, you will receive a certification card on My Page.
In addition, you will receive great benefits such as invitations to members-only events and special offers in Japan. (The contents of the benefits vary depending on the level of the Japan Quest Specialist certification.)

Japanese culture community
to deepen knowledge
of Japanese culture

“SAKURA”

“SAKURA”
will start
this winter!

Deepen exchange as well as knowledge

Japanese culture community “sakura” is a new SNS specialized in Japanese culture.
Users can use it as a place to exchange information with each other for each class.

Supervisors

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Our thoughts

The Japanese islands, with nearly 70% of its land area covered by forests, has cultivated the foundations of Japanese culture by benefiting from the richness of nature and the four seasons.
In the past, the Japanese were agricultural people, valued "harmony" and possessed a sensitivity (aesthetic sense) that respected others and valued courtesy, even if it meant putting one's own needs on the back burner. It is no exaggeration to say that this kind of honest consideration for others and sincere approach to things is the underlying force behind leading cultural trends in the world, including manufacturing.
In addition, it is not uncommon for subcultures such as video games and animation, which are not limited to traditional culture, to have an impact on the world beyond the boundaries of Asia as Japanese content. We believe that such ideas, spirituality, and consideration for others are very important elements for us human beings in today's technologically advanced world.

We hope that by feeling the heart of the Japanese people and experiencing Japan, we can serve as a stepping stone to realize a sustainable society in which people living today can cooperate with each other across borders.

General Incorporated Association
for Japan specialist test
Representative Director Yuka Saiki

JAPAN QUEST Association
Representative Director Yuka Saiki

Social Contribution

Japan Specialist Test is a social contribution project.

"JAPAN QUEST Essential Japanese culture Test " is a social contribution project.
A portion of the examination fee will be donated to local governments and NPO that are working for the continuation of Japanese culture and traditional crafts, the funds will be used to finance the activities of these organizations.

  • Japan Arts Council

    Japan Arts Council

  • National Institutes for Cultural Heritage

    National Institutes for Cultural Heritage