Conclusion

Learning kanji can feel overwhelming at first, but with consistent practice and effective studying strategies, learning kanji can become much more manageable. It's important not to see kanji as a roadblock to learning Japanese, but as something that adds depth and nuance to the language.

This guide has offered practical strategies and exercises grounded in how kanji assessments have worked at Texas Tech University. Not every strategy and exercise will click with every learner, but hopefully you've learned something new or found new ways of thinking about kanji.

Additional resources

Below are some especially useful free tools for studying vocabulary and kanji. This is not an exhaustive list, but these resources complement the strategies in this guide and can be incorporated into your own study routine.