Yes, you can learn Japanese from India, from zero. It's the one thing you can build right now — before any visa, before any job offer. Start today, and by the time opportunity comes, you'll be ready.
Japanese uses three writing systems. Master them in this order:
46 characters — learn in a week
ア46 more — for foreign words
Chinese characters — build over time with the decks below
A proven method: SRS, immersion, and daily consistency
Realistic timelines for N5 through N1
Most paths to Japan require proving your Japanese level. Two main tests:
The globally recognised Japanese test — levels, dates, how to prepare
Which test should you take for work visas?
Not sure what level you need? See the Japanese level requirements for each visa type.
Use the vocabulary and kanji decks below to build your Japanese daily. All tools are free, with spaced repetition to help you remember.
Your daily Japanese practice.
Learn the two kana (あ / ア)
Hiragana for native words, katakana for foreign words. 1-2 weeks.
Build vocabulary + kanji
Learn words and characters together with spaced repetition.
Review daily
Come back each day to review due items. Consistency beats intensity.