JLPT N2 Vocabulary

1,663 words, most common first. Tap any word for readings, meanings, and the kanji it uses.

  1. Teruto shine
  2. Kaeruto return, to come back, to go back
  3. Kosuruto rub, to scrub, to scrape
  4. Tokuto mix (e.g. water with flour), to dissolve (salt in water, paint, etc.), to mix in
  5. Nikuihateful, detestable, abominable
  6. GomenI'm sorry, my apologies, excuse me
  7. Miruto examine (medically), to have a look at, to check (a patient's pulse)
  8. Wakuto well (up), to gush out (of water), to spring out
  9. Onegaishimasuplease
  10. Sumuto become clear (water, air, etc.), to become transparent
  11. Tameruto amass, to accumulate, to store
  12. Takuto burn, to kindle, to light (a fire)
  13. Toruto catch (a wild animal, fish, insect, baseball, etc.), to capture
  14. Daiichifirst, foremost, number one
  15. Kouto beg, to ask, to request
  16. Tsukiauto associate with, to keep company with, to go out with
  17. Yosoanother place, somewhere else, strange parts
  18. Tsumaruto be packed (with), to be filled, to be full (e.g. of a schedule)
  19. Ransection (e.g. in a newspaper), column, page
  20. Ochitsukuto calm down, to compose oneself, to regain presence of mind
  21. Sajispoon
  22. Ohayougood morning
  23. Sasuto pour, to add (liquid), to serve (drinks)
  24. Tsukuto prick, to stab
  25. Okaerireturn
  26. Momuto rub, to crumple
  27. Nerauto aim at (with a weapon, etc.)
  28. Tameikisigh
  29. Naikainternal medicine
  30. Sekkakuwith trouble, at great pains
  31. Sasugaas one would expect, just as you'd expect (from), just like (someone)
  32. Niouto be fragrant, to smell (good)
  33. Damasuto trick, to cheat, to deceive
  34. Dousein any case, regardless, either way
  35. Tasukaruto be saved, to be rescued, to survive
  36. Souiebanow that you mention it, come to think of it, that reminds me
  37. Ettolet me see, well, errr ...
  38. Yokeiextra, more, too much
  39. Utsuto attack, to destroy, to defeat
  40. Yobidasuto call (someone) to (the door, phone, etc.), to tell (someone) to come, to call up (on the phone)
  41. Naguruto strike, to hit, to beat
  42. Ikinariabruptly, suddenly, all of a sudden
  43. Kanpaicheers, bottoms-up, prosit
  44. Atarimaenatural, reasonable, obvious
  45. Horuto carve, to engrave, to sculpt
  46. Kiotsukeruto be careful, to pay attention, to take care
  47. Ouenaid, assistance, help
  48. Heikicool, calm, composed
  49. Ichioumore or less, though not quite satisfactorily, after a fashion
  50. SugiJapanese cedar (Cryptomeria japonica)
  51. Meguruto go around, to make a circle around
  52. Shoubuvictory or defeat
  53. Kakkobrackets, parentheses
  54. Kakawaruto be involved (in), to get involved (in), to concern oneself (with)
  55. Kawaruto succeed, to relieve, to replace
  56. Azukaruto look after, to take care of, to keep
  57. Oyasumiholiday, day off, absence
  58. Itterasshaihave a good day, take care, see you
  59. Uramuto bear a grudge against, to resent, to blame
  60. Tokeruto melt, to liquefy, to soften (e.g. through heat)
  61. Hitomipupil (of the eye)
  62. Mezasuto aim at (for, to do, to become), to try for, to have an eye on
  63. Hauto crawl, to creep, to go on all fours
  64. Omataseshimashitathank you for waiting, sorry to have kept you waiting
  65. Amaruto remain, to be left over, to be in excess
  66. Taikodrum
  67. Tsubusuto smash, to crush, to flatten
  68. Konnavy blue, deep blue
  69. MoushiwakenaiI'm sorry, (it's) inexcusable, I feel regretful
  70. Tatoeruto compare (something) to, to liken, to speak figuratively
  71. Sassatoquickly, promptly, immediately
  72. Shattaa(camera) shutter
  73. Maneruto mimic, to imitate
  74. Konbanhagood evening
  75. Todomaruto remain, to abide, to stay (in the one place)
  76. Shikuto spread out (e.g. a futon), to lay out
  77. Umeruto bury (e.g. in the ground)
  78. Sasuto pierce, to stab, to prick
  79. Eraigreat, excellent, admirable
  80. Yakedoburn, scald
  81. Kurumuto wrap up (in), to roll up (in), to tuck (up)
  82. Aikawarazuas usual, as always, as before
  83. Ayashiisuspicious, dubious, questionable
  84. Moshikashitaraperhaps, maybe, perchance
  85. Sassokuat once, immediately, without delay
  86. Shiryoumaterial, materials, data
  87. Dokeruto put something out of the way, to move (something, someone) aside
  88. Shitaidead body, corpse, cadaver
  89. Keruto kick
  90. Shouganaithere's no (other) way
  91. Shinwick, marrow, staple (for stapler)
  92. Aratameruto change, to alter, to revise
  93. Motomotooriginally, from the start, from the beginning
  94. Iyoiyomore and more, all the more, increasingly
  95. Maamaaso-so, passable, not (so) bad
  96. Taruto be sufficient, to be enough
  97. Minoruto bear fruit, to ripen
  98. Kanchigaimisunderstanding, mistaken idea, wrong guess
  99. Gokurousamathank you (for your hard work), I appreciate your efforts
  100. Tamaruto collect, to gather, to save
  101. Satsueiphotography (still or motion), photographing, filming
  102. Kudaruto descend, to go down, to come down
  103. Manshoncondominium (usu. mid or high-rise), apartment building, apartment house
  104. Sakihodoa short while ago, a moment ago, just now
  105. Kuyashiifrustrated (over a failure, humiliation or injustice), annoyed, chagrined
  106. Niruto boil, to simmer, to stew
  107. Amuto knit, to plait, to braid
  108. Ukuto float
  109. KamisamaGod, god, deity
  110. Natsukashiidear (old), fondly remembered, beloved
  111. Dokuto step aside, to move (out of the way), to make way
  112. Arigataigrateful, thankful, welcome
  113. Sorouto be complete, to be all present, to make a full set
  114. Semeteat least, at most, (even) just
  115. Nyoubouwife (esp. one's own wife)
  116. Hadeshowy, loud, flashy
  117. Urayamashiienvious, jealous
  118. Matomeruto collect, to put (it all) together, to integrate
  119. Suzubell (often globular)
  120. Moderumodel, dummy, mock-up
  121. Sunaoobedient, meek, docile
  122. Jidouchildren, juvenile
  123. Honbuheadquarters, head office, main office
  124. Chiruto fall (e.g. blossoms, leaves)
  125. Hayaruto be popular, to come into fashion
  126. Iyagaruto appear uncomfortable (with), to seem to hate, to express dislike
  127. Kashikomarimashitacertainly!, very well, with pleasure
  128. Marerare, seldom
  129. Idowater well
  130. Akogareruto long for, to yearn for, to hanker after
  131. Tadashibut, however, provided that
  132. Shuuryouend, close, conclusion
  133. Reberulevel, standard, grade
  134. Tsutawaruto spread (of a rumour, news, etc.), to travel, to circulate
  135. Baibaitrade, buying and selling, trafficking (e.g. of humans, arms, drugs)
  136. Oshiiregrettable, disappointing, unfortunate
  137. Seouto carry on one's back
  138. Kiruto kill (a human) using a blade (sword, machete, knife, etc.), to slice (off), to lop (off)
  139. Sairensiren
  140. Shokunincraftsman, artisan, tradesman
  141. Utsuruto be reflected, to harmonize with (harmonise), to come out (photo)
  142. Nakamicontents, interior, filling
  143. Hazureruto be disconnected, to get out of place, to be off
  144. Semeruto attack, to assault, to assail
  145. Hikiukeruto take on, to undertake, to accept
  146. Saguruto feel around for, to fumble for, to grope for
  147. Bushisamurai, warrior
  148. Medatsuto be conspicuous, to stand out
  149. Kaguto sniff, to smell
  150. Sayounarafarewell, adieu, goodbye
  151. Zonjiruto know, to be aware (of), to be acquainted (with)
  152. Chikauto swear, to vow, to take an oath
  153. Shitsukoiinsistent, obstinate, persistent
  154. Kaihourelease, unleashing, liberation
  155. Rikascience (natural sciences and related fields, incl. mathematics, engineering, medicine, etc.)
  156. Tokuteispecific, particular, designated
  157. Mejirushimark (for quick identification or recognition), sign
  158. Keibidefense, defence, guard
  159. Okawarianother helping, second helping, seconds
  160. Umuexistence or nonexistence, presence or absence
  161. Kokoroatarihaving in mind, happening to know (of), idea (of)
  162. Arasouto compete, to contest, to contend
  163. Mensetsuinterview (e.g. for a job)
  164. Nantonakusomehow, for some reason (or other), without knowing why
  165. Ichiichione-by-one, separately
  166. Nantomoreally, very, extremely
  167. Jukentaking an examination (esp. for entrance to a school or university)
  168. Onsenhot spring
  169. Mottainaiwasteful, a waste
  170. Tokkunilong ago, a long time ago, already
  171. Onnanohitowoman
  172. Kikkakechance, start, cue
  173. Oikakeruto chase, to run after, to pursue
  174. Awateruto become confused (disconcerted, disorganized, disorganised), to be flustered, to panic
  175. Matsuruto deify, to enshrine
  176. Mamonakusoon, shortly, before long
  177. Utsuruto be photographed, to be projected
  178. Uriageamount sold, sales, proceeds
  179. Shiroutoamateur, layman, ordinary person
  180. Genkoumanuscript, copy, draft
  181. Ajiwauto taste, to savor, to savour
  182. Hanseireflection, reconsideration, introspection
  183. Afureruto overflow, to brim over, to flood
  184. Koboreruto spill, to fall out of, to overflow
  185. Naosuto cure, to heal
  186. Iidasuto begin to say, to start talking, to broach (a matter)
  187. Kuzuwaste, scrap, garbage
  188. Tenkaidevelopment, evolution, progression
  189. Toujitsuday in question, appointed day, that very day
  190. Gekasurgery (branch of medicine)
  191. Shuuhencircumference, outskirts, environs
  192. Sakuto tear, to rip up
  193. Gochisousamathank you (for the meal), that was a delicious meal
  194. Nakusuto lose (through death; e.g. a wife, child)
  195. Semaruto approach, to draw near, to be imminent
  196. Nijirainbow
  197. Kasaneruto pile up, to heap up, to stack up
  198. Soukostorehouse, warehouse, godown
  199. Monosugoiterrific, staggering, tremendous
  200. Fuyasuto increase, to add to, to augment
  201. Arairough, wild, violent
  202. Sukunakutomoat least
  203. Honraioriginally, primarily
  204. Kaishellfish
  205. Yakumeduty, role, function
  206. Youtouse, service, purpose
  207. Osaeruto pin down, to hold down, to press down
  208. Omoitsukuto think of, to hit upon, to come into one's mind
  209. Makuto wind, to coil, to roll
  210. Tsukkomuto thrust (something) into (something), to cram, to stuff
  211. Nigasuto set free, to let go, to release
  212. Chokuzenjust before, just prior to
  213. Suiteipresumption, assumption
  214. Nozokuto peek (through a keyhole, gap, etc.)
  215. Ketsuatsublood pressure
  216. Angaiunexpectedly, surprisingly
  217. Katsuyakuactivity (esp. energetic or successful), great efforts, active participation
  218. Kouhaijunior (at work, school, etc.), younger people, younger student
  219. Shutchoubusiness trip, official trip
  220. Ketsuekiblood
  221. Shinnyuuinvasion, incursion, raid
  222. Kiyoiclean, clear
  223. Seiritsuformation, establishment, materialization
  224. Hanabifireworks
  225. Omoikomuto be convinced (that), to be under the impression (that), to feel sure (that)
  226. Sameruto cool down, to get cold
  227. Tansuchest of drawers, bureau, cabinet
  228. Nikumuto hate, to detest
  229. Shougakuseielementary school student, primary school student, grade school student
  230. Kubaruto distribute, to hand out, to deliver
  231. Tokushuspecial, particular, peculiar
  232. Onoonoeach
  233. Kaisanbreaking up (a meeting, gathering, etc.), dispersal (e.g. of a crowd)
  234. Noruto be placed on, to be set on, to be piled on
  235. Deirigoing in and out, entering and exiting
  236. Fukumeruto include (in a group or scope)
  237. Menyuumenu
  238. Yokosuto send, to forward
  239. Shindandiagnosis, medical examination
  240. Ranchilunch
  241. Taisakumeasure, step, countermeasure
  242. Toujouentrance (on the stage), appearance (in a book, film, etc.)
  243. Sutaatostart, beginning
  244. Shiriizuseries
  245. Tsunagaruto be tied together, to be connected to, to be linked to
  246. Yakushaactor, actress
  247. Hibikuto resound, to be heard far away
  248. Jimiplain, simple, subdued
  249. Kureguremosincerely, earnestly, wholeheartedly
  250. Butsukeruto hit (e.g. one's head), to strike, to knock
  251. Goran(please) try to
  252. Gouinoverbearing, coercive, pushy
  253. Kanbansignboard, sign, billboard
  254. Kossoristealthily, secretly, in secret
  255. Botchan(another's) son, boy, young master
  256. Itteito fix, to settle, to standardize
  257. Teematheme, topic, subject matter
  258. Koukyuuhigh-class, high-grade, high-quality
  259. Ukabuto float, to be suspended
  260. Okagesamadethankfully, fortunately, luckily
  261. Sukkirirefreshingly, with a feeling of relief, pleasantly
  262. Tsunagariconnection, link, relationship
  263. Aideaidea
  264. Ichiryuufirst-class, first-rate, top-flight
  265. Techounotebook, memo pad, (pocket) diary
  266. Keikopractice, practising, training
  267. Shibaruto tie, to bind, to fasten
  268. Gobusatanot writing or contacting for a while, neglecting (failing) to write (call, visit, etc.), long silence
  269. Nakanaorireconciliation, making up (with), making peace (with)
  270. Tetsuzukiprocedure, process, proceedings
  271. Kichibase (military, expedition, etc.)
  272. Chokugoimmediately following
  273. Shikyuuurgent, pressing, immediate
  274. Sutoppustop
  275. Youchienkindergarten (in Japan, non-compulsory education from age 3 until primary school), preschool
  276. Tobikomuto jump in, to leap in, to plunge into
  277. Osowaruto be taught, to learn, to take lessons in
  278. Tsuikaaddition, supplement, appending
  279. Shuyakuleading part, leading actor, leading actress
  280. Itsunomanikabefore one knows, before one becomes aware of, unnoticed
  281. Meiniece
  282. Fukuto wipe, to dry
  283. Houshinpolicy, course, plan (of action)
  284. Toraeruto catch, to capture, to seize
  285. Kouryuuexchange (e.g. cultural), interchange, interaction
  286. Sonouein addition, furthermore
  287. Abareruto act violently, to rage, to struggle
  288. Miokuruto see (someone) off, to escort
  289. Moukeruto profit, to get, to earn
  290. Rokuon(audio) recording
  291. Kaesuto send (someone) back, to send (someone) home
  292. Suteejistage (platform)
  293. Jitsuryoku(real) ability, true strength, merit
  294. Mechakuchaabsurd, unreasonable, nonsensical
  295. Maidoeach time, every time, always
  296. Mendokusaibothersome, tiresome, bother to do
  297. Moyasuto burn
  298. Fukinneighborhood, neighbourhood, vicinity
  299. Harikiruto be in high spirits, to be full of vigor (vigour), to be enthusiastic
  300. Tsuuyou(common) use (of a language, currency, etc.), current use, circulation
  301. Yakuningovernment official
  302. Mabushiidazzling, radiant
  303. Teishistoppage, coming to a stop, halt
  304. Yudannegligence, carelessness, inattention
  305. Kareruto wither (of a plant), to be blasted, to die
  306. Namaikiimpertinent, saucy, cheeky
  307. Tomokakuanyhow, anyway, somehow or other
  308. Houchoukitchen knife
  309. Dankaistage, step, phase
  310. Shinyalate at night
  311. Machiawaseruto rendezvous, to meet at a prearranged place and time, to arrange to meet
  312. Hirogeruto spread, to extend, to expand
  313. Tsumuto pile up, to stack
  314. Seisakuwork (film, book)
  315. Nanbaanumber
  316. Gundistrict, county
  317. Bontray
  318. Tsumenail (e.g. fingernail, toenail), claw, talon
  319. Ryouhostel, dormitory
  320. Dokidokithump-thump, bang-bang, pit-a-pat
  321. Ojamashimasuplease excuse the intrusion, I'm coming in
  322. Junsapolice officer, policeman, constable
  323. Donaruto shout (in anger), to yell
  324. Sensufolding fan
  325. Bessouholiday house, vacation home, villa
  326. Uranauto tell someone's fortune, to divine (the future)
  327. Seibuningredient, component, composition
  328. Kouhyouofficial announcement, proclamation
  329. Meishibusiness card
  330. Kuzureruto collapse, to crumble
  331. Futacover, lid, cap
  332. Kawaigaruto be affectionate to, to treat tenderly, to dote on
  333. Chounaneldest son (may be the only son), first-born son
  334. Itokocousin (female)
  335. Zuruisly, cunning, sneaky
  336. Shikaileading a meeting, presiding over a meeting, officiating at a ceremony
  337. Zureruto slide, to slip off, to get dislocated
  338. Shimeruto become damp, to become moist, to become wet
  339. Banzaibanzai, hurray, hurrah
  340. Pataanpattern
  341. Junsuipure, true, genuine
  342. Mazeruto mix, to stir, to blend
  343. Taisouvery, extremely, exceedingly
  344. Soroeruto collect, to gather, to get together
  345. Shiboruto wring (towel, rag), to squeeze
  346. Kenshuutraining (esp. in-service), induction course
  347. Zenshinwhole (body), full-length (e.g. portrait)
  348. Osakinibefore, previously
  349. Odaijinitake care of yourself, get well soon
  350. Kehaiindication, sign, hint
  351. Hasamuto hold between (e.g. one's fingers, chopsticks), to grip (from both sides)
  352. Bandoband (group of musicians)
  353. Hikkakaruto be caught in, to be stuck in
  354. Koosucourse, route, trail
  355. Wakareruto branch, to fork, to diverge
  356. Bakkuback, rear
  357. Sharejoke, pun, jest
  358. Futsuususpension, interruption, stoppage
  359. Kengakuinspection, study by observation, field trip
  360. Minaosuto look at again
  361. Niramuto glare at, to scowl at, to glower at
  362. Pantsuunderpants, pants, briefs
  363. Pinkupink
  364. Chouseiadjustment, regulation, coordination
  365. Dekiagaruto be completed, to be finished, to be ready (e.g. to serve or eat)
  366. Ikouon and after, from ... onward, since
  367. KantouKantō (region comprising Tokyo and surrounding prefectures)
  368. Nagusameruto comfort, to console, to amuse
  369. Kuzusuto destroy, to demolish, to pull down
  370. Kezuruto shave (wood, leather, etc.), to sharpen (e.g. pencil), to plane
  371. Hikyoucowardly, craven
  372. Koujiconstruction work
  373. Horuto dig, to excavate, to hollow
  374. Temaebefore oneself, in front of one, nearby
  375. Hanashikakeruto address (someone), to accost a person, to talk (to someone)
  376. Mijimemiserable, wretched, unhappy
  377. Kasanaruto be piled up, to lie on top of one another
  378. Shuugoumeeting up, gathering, assembly
  379. Nyuushajoining a company, getting a job with a company, starting work at a company
  380. Kakuritsuprobability, likelihood, chances
  381. Hatsubaisale, offering for sale, putting on sale
  382. Kansouimpressions, thoughts, feelings
  383. Soushikifuneral
  384. Sendenpublicity, advertisement, advertising
  385. Sanchiproducing area, place of origin, growing district
  386. Sessuruto touch, to come in contact with, to border on
  387. Furumauto behave, to conduct oneself, to act
  388. Kasokuacceleration, speeding up
  389. Ukkaricarelessly, thoughtlessly, inadvertently
  390. Udonudon, thick Japanese wheat noodles
  391. Buhinparts, accessories, components
  392. Kushamisneeze, sneezing
  393. Kizamuto mince, to cut fine, to chop up
  394. Shinseiapplication, request, petition
  395. Shitsurendisappointed love, broken heart, unrequited love
  396. Tsunarope, cord, line
  397. Nuuto sew, to stitch
  398. Shiteidesignation, specification, assignment
  399. Musuto steam (food, towel, etc.)
  400. Misakicape (on coast)
  401. Ashiatofootprints
  402. Ijiwarumalicious, ill-tempered, unkind
  403. Henshuuediting, compilation
  404. Ittanonce
  405. Fukusuuplural, multiple
  406. Myoujisurname, family name, last name
  407. Mibun(social) standing, status, position
  408. Jisanbringing, taking, carrying
  409. Tsuideopportunity, occasion, chance
  410. Sumisumi, India ink, Chinese ink
  411. Yuuenchiamusement park
  412. Matomaruto find resolution, to be settled, to be agreed on
  413. Hibikiecho, reverberation
  414. Ranbouviolence, assault, rowdiness
  415. Sakujodeletion, elimination, erasure
  416. Yogosuto pollute, to contaminate, to soil
  417. Denparadio wave, reception, signal
  418. Shirujuice, sap
  419. Kemuismoky
  420. Bouhanprevention of crime
  421. Yakushogovernment office, public office
  422. Moruto serve (in a bowl, on a plate, etc.), to dish out, to dish up
  423. Sukejuuruschedule, program, calendar
  424. Kokoroeruto know, to understand, to be aware of
  425. Boshuurecruitment, invitation, selection
  426. Haeruto grow, to spring up, to sprout
  427. Koutaichange, alternation, rotation
  428. Nanishiroin any case, at any rate, anyhow
  429. Torikesuto cancel, to withdraw, to retract
  430. Donburiporcelain bowl
  431. Masuku(face) mask
  432. Fusaguto stop up, to close up, to block (up)
  433. Omoikkirito one's heart's content, as much as one wants, as hard as one can
  434. Chipputip, gratuity
  435. Shoumenfront, frontage, facade
  436. Gaibuoutside (e.g. of a building), exterior
  437. Koushispeaker, lecturer
  438. Tanomoshiireliable, dependable, trustworthy
  439. Jikkanreal feeling, actual feeling
  440. Takebamboo (any grass of subfamily Bambusoideae)
  441. Nibuidull (e.g. a knife), blunt
  442. Noroithickheaded, obtuse, stupid
  443. Zengofront and rear, front and back, before and behind
  444. Mittomonaishameful, disgraceful, unsightly
  445. Shuuninassumption (of office), taking up (a post), inauguration
  446. Konkuurucompetition, contest
  447. Shukkingoing to work, leaving for work, attendance (at work)
  448. Kiseruto put clothes on (someone), to dress, to clothe
  449. Hitomazufor now, for the time being, for the present
  450. Rokkaalocker
  451. Mageruto bend, to crook, to bow
  452. Tatamuto fold (clothes, umbrella)
  453. Houmendirection, district, area
  454. Sumousumo (wrestling)
  455. Moukaruto be profitable, to yield a profit
  456. Baransubalance
  457. Karappoempty, vacant, hollow
  458. Fusaihusband and wife, married couple
  459. Mimauto visit and comfort or console, to go to see (e.g. someone in hospital), to ask after (e.g. someone's health)
  460. Oyatsubetween-meal snack
  461. Hassouidea, conception
  462. Makuto sow, to plant, to seed
  463. Danteiconclusion, decision, judgement
  464. Minikuiugly, unattractive, bad-looking
  465. Katamaruto harden, to solidify
  466. Odokasuto threaten, to menace, to intimidate
  467. Hanayomebride
  468. Shimekiruto close up, to shut up (e.g. behind doors)
  469. Namikiroadside trees, row of trees
  470. Shiseiposture, pose, position
  471. Kuchibirulip, lips
  472. Yomigaeruto be resurrected, to be resuscitated, to be rehabilitated
  473. Gouryuuconfluence (of rivers), flowing together, joining
  474. Tomeruto give shelter to, to lodge, to put up
  475. Puroguramuprogram (of events, music, etc.), programme
  476. Hiyasuto cool, to chill, to refrigerate
  477. Kashoplace, point, part
  478. Hosuto air, to dry, to desiccate
  479. Chikazukeruto bring near, to bring close, to let go near
  480. Teikafall, decline, lowering
  481. Sekkingetting closer, drawing nearer, approaching
  482. Fukuramuto expand, to swell (out), to get big
  483. Nejiscrew
  484. Gomenkudasaimay I come in?
  485. Daburudouble
  486. Heiyaplain, open field
  487. Chikajikasoon, before long, shortly
  488. Massakithe head, the foremost, beginning
  489. Makurapillow, bolster
  490. Hasshafiring (esp. a rocket or missile), launching, shooting
  491. Toubanbeing on duty, person on duty, one's turn
  492. Yabureruto get torn, to tear, to rip
  493. Teppougun, firearm
  494. Sarariimanoffice worker, company employee, company man
  495. Masshiropure white
  496. Gishikiceremony, rite, ritual
  497. Shoushatrading company
  498. Kobosuto spill, to drop, to shed (tears)
  499. Kanebell (often a large hanging bell), chime
  500. Hakkishow (of power, ability, etc.), exhibition, demonstration
  501. Hinikuirony, sarcasm, cynicism
  502. Mujuncontradiction, inconsistency
  503. Hikikaesuto turn back, to go back, to come back
  504. Kakudoangle
  505. Kyoukastrengthening, intensifying, reinforcement
  506. Mukuto peel, to skin, to pare
  507. Betsubetsuseparate, respective, different
  508. Hekomuto be dented, to be indented, to yield
  509. Takameruto raise, to lift, to boost
  510. Kuyamuto mourn, to lament
  511. Itenmoving, relocation, change of address
  512. Sasaruto stick into (of something with a sharp point), to prick, to pierce
  513. Rusubancare-taking, house-sitting, house-watching
  514. Toruto adopt (a method, proposal, etc.), to take (a measure, course of action, etc.), to decide on
  515. Nagabikuto be prolonged, to drag on, to take a long time
  516. Osharestylish, fashionable, trendy
  517. Aimaivague, ambiguous, unclear
  518. Nekkuresunecklace
  519. Hikkomuto draw back, to sink, to cave in
  520. Getageta, traditional Japanese wooden sandal
  521. Jissekiachievements, actual results, accomplishments
  522. Engekidrama, theatre, theater
  523. Koudoaltitude, height, elevation
  524. Setsuzokuconnection, attachment, union
  525. Nakayoshiclose friendship, close friend, good friend
  526. Tsuyagloss, luster, lustre
  527. Korogaruto roll, to tumble
  528. Okazusmall dish (usu. one of several accompanying rice), side dish
  529. Kansokuobservation, survey, measurement
  530. Intabyuuinterview (on television, in a newspaper, etc.)
  531. Keizokucontinuation, continuance, maintenance
  532. Toridasuto take out, to produce, to pick out
  533. Hifuskin
  534. Medetaihappy, auspicious, propitious
  535. Yakamashiinoisy, loud, clamorous
  536. Mirimilli-, 10^-3
  537. Bussoudangerous, unsettled, troubled
  538. Tsuuyakuinterpretation (i.e. oral translation)
  539. Ketacolumn, beam, girder
  540. Suzumuto cool oneself, to cool off, to enjoy the cool air
  541. Mainasuminus, subtraction, taking away
  542. Atatameruto warm (up), to heat (up)
  543. Sukimagap, opening, aperture
  544. Uraguchibackdoor, rear entrance, rear exit
  545. Totonouto be ready, to be prepared, to be arranged
  546. Shougishogi, Japanese chess
  547. Kaitenrotation, revolution, turn
  548. Ryoushifisherman
  549. Kousuiperfume, scent
  550. Sakuseimaking (a report, plan, contract, etc.), drawing up, writing out
  551. Shibireruto become numb, to go to sleep (e.g. a limb)
  552. Heibonordinary, common, commonplace
  553. Yoseruto come near, to let someone approach
  554. Odekakeabout to start out, just about to leave or go out
  555. Teidenpower outage, power failure, power cut
  556. Furiifree (of restraint, controls, etc.)
  557. Kigenterm, period, time frame
  558. Hirune(afternoon) nap, sleeping during the day, siesta
  559. Jakutenweak point, weakness, shortcoming
  560. Daikucarpenter
  561. Chuunenmiddle-age, middle age, midlife
  562. Yukatayukata, light cotton kimono worn in the summer or used as a bathrobe
  563. Taibokularge tree
  564. Kouzoustructure, construction, makeup
  565. Hachibowl, pot, basin
  566. Takuto cook (grains, e.g. rice)
  567. Butsukaruto bump into, to run into, to collide with
  568. Gakkailearned society, scientific society, academy
  569. Kyoushukufeeling (much) obliged, being (very) grateful, being thankful
  570. Araicoarse, rough
  571. Chitenspot, point, place
  572. Enchouextension, elongation, prolongation
  573. Amayakasuto pamper, to spoil
  574. Rinjitemporary, provisional, interim
  575. Zuuzuushiiimpudent, shameless, brazen
  576. Takiwaterfall
  577. Kanbyounursing (a patient)
  578. Fuusenballoon (toy or decoration)
  579. Sonohokathe rest, the others
  580. Ikujichildcare, child-rearing, nursing
  581. Mugeninfinity, infinitude, eternity
  582. Shoutenshop, store, firm
  583. Kakuto scratch
  584. Waritocomparatively, relatively, fairly
  585. Sanpurusample, example, specimen
  586. Shoppushop
  587. Hikitomeruto detain, to check, to restrain
  588. Kessakumasterpiece, masterwork, chef d'oeuvre
  589. NankyokuSouth Pole
  590. Houruto throw, to fling, to hurl
  591. Meibutsufamous product, special product, speciality
  592. Shodoucalligraphy (esp. Asian calligraphy based on Chinese characters)
  593. Heitaiarmed forces, military, troops
  594. Yuderuto boil (something in hot water)
  595. Arekorethis and that, this or that, one thing or another
  596. Kannenidea, notion, concept
  597. Ensokuschool trip, field trip, excursion
  598. Gakkimusical instrument
  599. Kitaigas, vapour, vapor
  600. Kujoucomplaint, troubles, objection
  601. Wabiruto apologize, to apologise, to make an apology
  602. Jaanarisutojournalist
  603. Tsubugrain, bead, drop
  604. Kaizouremodeling, remodelling, reconstruction
  605. Fubukisnow storm, blizzard
  606. Yuketsublood transfusion
  607. Shoubenurine, piss, pee
  608. Teirecare, looking after, repair
  609. Hankoseal (used in lieu of a signature), stamp, chop
  610. Saakurugroup with a common interest (e.g. students), club (e.g. company sports club), circle
  611. Katamukuto incline toward, to slant, to lurch
  612. Shiritsuprivate (establishment)
  613. Sawayakafresh, refreshing, invigorating
  614. Moshikasurutoperhaps, possibly, maybe
  615. Geinoupublic entertainment, performing arts
  616. Tankoucoal mine, (coal) pit, colliery
  617. Taishite(not) very, (not) so, (not) very much
  618. Tachidomaruto stop (in one's tracks), to come to a stop, to halt
  619. Katamarilump, mass, bundle
  620. Kufuudevising (a way), contriving, inventing
  621. Detaramenonsense, irresponsible remark, codswallop
  622. Koujitsuexcuse, pretext
  623. Kamosquito
  624. KansaiKansai (region comprising Kyoto, Osaka, Kobe and surrounding prefectures)
  625. Shuukaimeeting, assembly, gathering
  626. Goudoucombination, union, joining
  627. Zaimokuwood (for building), lumber, timber
  628. Shotenbookshop, bookstore
  629. Kogeruto burn, to scorch, to char
  630. Naderuto stroke, to caress, to brush gently
  631. Koishiiyearned for, longed for, missed
  632. Jumyoulifespan, life, lifetime
  633. Kijunstandard, criterion, norm
  634. Akubiyawn, yawning
  635. Seisoucleaning, clean-up, garbage collection
  636. Utsusuto project, to reflect, to cast (shadow)
  637. Gehinvulgar, indecent, coarse
  638. Hodokuto undo, to untie, to unfasten
  639. Nanibunsome, any, (a) little
  640. Shokkitableware
  641. Mabutaeyelid
  642. Tsumazukuto trip (over), to stumble
  643. Chikayoruto approach, to draw near
  644. Kushicomb
  645. Gyouretsuline, queue, procession
  646. ShinkansenShinkansen, bullet train
  647. Kuchibenilipstick
  648. Suibunwater, liquid, fluid
  649. Genniactually, really
  650. Senzoancestor, forefather, foremother
  651. Taiseiorder, system, structure
  652. Katsuguto shoulder, to carry on one's shoulder
  653. Choujoeldest daughter, first-born daughter
  654. Minkanprivate, non-governmental, non-official
  655. Zemiseminar
  656. Kozukaipocket money, spending money, pin money
  657. Kakuchieach place, every place, various places
  658. Hanjijudge, judiciary
  659. Yobireserve, spare
  660. Yuuhievening sun, setting sun
  661. Genjuustrict, severe, stringent
  662. Tsuuchoupassbook, bankbook
  663. Chirakaruto be in disorder, to lie scattered around
  664. Uketamawaruto hear, to be told, to know
  665. Jisshuupractice (in the field), training (esp. practical and hands-on), practical exercise
  666. Kangekideep emotion, impression, inspiration
  667. Tensuumarks, points, score
  668. Kouyouleaves turning red (in autumn), red leaves, autumn colours
  669. Momijimaple (tree)
  670. Hahenfragment, broken piece, splinter
  671. Beteranveteran (in a particular field), person with a lot of experience, old hand
  672. Kakuufictitious, imaginary, fanciful
  673. Denchibattery, cell
  674. Ueruto starve, to be famished, to be hungry
  675. Seisakumanufacture, production
  676. Kansoudryness, aridity, drying (e.g. clothes)
  677. Murasakipurple, violet
  678. Ikiikiin a lively way, vividly, freshly
  679. Gomugum, rubber
  680. Robiilobby, lounge
  681. Zunouhead, brains
  682. Yakuhinmedicine, drug
  683. Kayuiitchy
  684. Zehitomoby all means, at all costs, absolutely
  685. Tsuuchinotice, notification, report
  686. Urikireruto be sold out
  687. Tairitsuconfrontation, opposition, antagonism
  688. Uekigarden plant, garden tree
  689. Hiromeruto spread, to propagate, to popularize
  690. Sakababar, pub, tavern
  691. Makkurapitch-dark, pitch-black, completely dark
  692. Chijinfriend, acquaintance
  693. Sakanoboruto go upstream, to go up (a river)
  694. Igoafter this, from now on, hereafter
  695. Tekubiwrist
  696. Datouvalid, proper, right
  697. Shiragawhite hair, grey hair, gray hair
  698. Sukuuruschool
  699. Posutaaposter
  700. Kawakuto be thirsty, to feel thirsty
  701. Kabaacover, covering, dust jacket
  702. Kotokoto (13-stringed Japanese zither)
  703. Kokuritsunational, founded and run by the central government
  704. Madoguchicounter, window, teller window
  705. Okotaruto neglect, to be negligent in, to be neglectful of
  706. Tentenmoving from place to place, being passed around repeatedly
  707. Hyoushicover (of a book, magazine, etc.), binding
  708. Oufukumaking a round trip, going and returning, coming and going
  709. Kaisuunumber of times, frequency, count
  710. Osameruto rule, to govern, to reign over
  711. Kingyogoldfish (Carassius auratus)
  712. Sentanpointed end, tip, point
  713. Danchimulti-unit apartments, apartment complex
  714. Choutenvertex, apex
  715. Usuguraidim, gloomy
  716. Sawagashiinoisy, boisterous
  717. Rizumurhythm
  718. Gakunenacademic year, school year
  719. Toriireruto take in, to gather in
  720. Toreeningutraining (for a skill, job, sport, etc.), practice
  721. Shoukinprize money, monetary award, reward
  722. Sainancalamity, misfortune, disaster
  723. Urourorestlessly, aimlessly, without purpose
  724. Biyoubeauty, good figure, (beautiful) appearance
  725. Fuunmisfortune, bad luck, ill luck
  726. Hinodesunrise
  727. Mantenperfect score, full marks
  728. Wanpiisudress
  729. Kakujieach (person), everyone, individual
  730. Nanameslanting, tilted, sloping
  731. Haikuhaiku, 17-mora poem, usu. in 3 lines of 5, 7 and 5 morae
  732. Sumaidwelling, house, residence
  733. Juukyodwelling, house, residence
  734. Gamuchewing gum
  735. Keigohonorific, term of respect, polite expression
  736. Seibimaintenance, servicing
  737. Reitoufreezing, cold storage, refrigeration
  738. Marasonmarathon
  739. Ribonribbon
  740. Kokuouking, queen, monarch
  741. Yobikakeruto call out to, to hail, to address
  742. Ogamuto assume the posture of praying, to press the palms and fingers of both hands together, to do reverence (e.g. before a statue of the Buddha)
  743. Choukokucarving, engraving, sculpture
  744. Makkuropitch black
  745. Hineruto twist, to wrench, to turn (a tap, switch, etc.)
  746. Houtaibandage, dressing
  747. Kuriiningucleaning, dry cleaning, laundry service
  748. Sukikirailikes and dislikes, tastes, preferences
  749. Kateiprocess, course, mechanism
  750. Reigaiexception
  751. Sotchokufrank, candid, straightforward
  752. Kisofoundation, basis
  753. Omotaiheavy, weighty
  754. Omairivisit (to a shrine, grave, etc.), worship
  755. Taisougymnastics, physical exercises
  756. Touzaieast and west
  757. Karaacolor, colour
  758. Demukaeruto meet, to greet
  759. Purintoprint, printing, (printed) copy
  760. Kajouexcess, surplus, superabundance
  761. Juuryokugravity, gravitation, gravitational pull
  762. Touyouthe East, the Orient, (East) Asia
  763. Nitteischedule, program, programme
  764. Jankenrock-paper-scissors (game), janken
  765. Shiizunseason (period in which regulated games are played)
  766. Tounantheft, robbery
  767. Korekushoncollection (of art, stamps, etc.), collecting
  768. Boonasubonus
  769. Ayauidangerous, in danger, facing imminent danger
  770. Otonashiigentle, quiet, mild
  771. Zashikitatami room, tatami mat room, formal Japanese room
  772. Boushiprevention, check
  773. Aburafat, tallow, lard
  774. Souridaijinprime minister (as the head of a cabinet government), premier
  775. Katazukuto be put in order, to be put to rights
  776. Koushaschool building, schoolhouse
  777. Nikonikowith a friendly grin, smilingly
  778. Juuyaku(company) director, executive, top management
  779. Senrorailway track, railway line, railroad
  780. Sentouhead (of a line, group, etc.), front, lead
  781. Karashell, husk, hull
  782. Shikithe four seasons
  783. Shoudokudisinfection, sterilization, sterilisation
  784. Bokujoufarm (livestock), stock farm, ranch
  785. Pisutorupistol
  786. Tsutomeruto endeavor (to do), to endeavour, to try hard
  787. Kousekiachievement, meritorious deed, distinguished service
  788. Gyoujievent, function
  789. Suvinegar
  790. Kuginail, spike, tack
  791. Sobabuckwheat (Fagopyrum esculentum)
  792. Sakushacreator (of a work), author, writer
  793. Keitoknitting wool, woolen yarn, woollen yarn
  794. Rainichicoming to Japan, visit to Japan, arrival in Japan
  795. Koushikiofficial, formal
  796. Fumikirirailway crossing, railroad crossing, train crossing
  797. Ekitailiquid
  798. Kudakeruto break (into pieces), to be broken, to be smashed
  799. Suppaisour, acid
  800. Epuronapron
  801. Shitamachilow-lying part of a city (usu. containing shops, factories, etc.)
  802. Yuruiloose
  803. Saitenmarking, grading, scoring
  804. Kaitoureply, answer
  805. Hyouhonspecimen, sample
  806. Tsuyokiconfident, assured, self-assured
  807. Hajimenifirst, firstly, first of all
  808. Toumeitransparent, clear
  809. Sumaatosmart (clothing, etc.), stylish
  810. Ibaruto put on airs, to throw one's weight about, to swagger
  811. Hirobapublic square, square, plaza
  812. Hakikenausea, feeling like throwing up, feeling sick
  813. Sasayakuto whisper, to murmur
  814. Boudaihuge, vast, enormous
  815. Nieruto be boiled, to be cooked
  816. Shoukadigestion (of food)
  817. Sousakucreation, production, creative work (novel, film, etc.)
  818. Tatsuto be erected, to be built
  819. Ichidaneven more, still more, much more
  820. Kakubetsuparticular, special, exceptional
  821. Hitorigotosoliloquy, monologue, speaking to oneself
  822. Shisondescendant, progeny, offspring
  823. Chikarazuyoipowerful, strong, forceful
  824. Shiriaiacquaintance
  825. Shippitsuwriting, authoring
  826. Oyayubithumb
  827. Benjotoilet, lavatory, water closet
  828. Musuuinnumerable, countless, numberless
  829. Housokulaw, rule
  830. Youryoupoint, gist, essentials
  831. Sukaafuscarf (esp. a lightweight summer scarf worn by women)
  832. Ryakusuto abbreviate, to abridge, to shorten
  833. Hashigoladder
  834. Dousamovement (of the body), action, motion
  835. Heijitsuweekday, ordinary days (i.e. non-holiday)
  836. Todanacupboard, locker, closet
  837. Haneruto jump, to leap, to prance
  838. Enogupaint, coloring materials, colors
  839. Touitsuunity, consolidation, uniformity
  840. Juutaiserious condition, critical condition
  841. Takuwaeruto store, to save up, to stock up on
  842. Hikkurikaeruto be overturned, to be reversed, to turn over
  843. Kaisetsuexplanation, commentary, exposition
  844. Bunkaidisassembly, dismantling, disaggregating
  845. Mazaruto be mixed, to be blended with, to associate with
  846. Ouyou(practical) application, putting to practical use
  847. Keibahorse racing
  848. Tsuuropassage, pathway, roadway
  849. Shikichisite, plot, lot
  850. Mafuraa(thick) scarf, muffler
  851. Kakuchouexpansion, extension, enlargement
  852. Kouteiaffirmation
  853. Daigakuingraduate school
  854. Soreruto turn away, to bear off, to veer away
  855. Sorobanabacus, soroban
  856. Tekikakuaccurate, precise, exact
  857. Denkyuulight bulb
  858. Fusumafusuma, Japanese sliding screen
  859. Hasamaruto get between, to be caught in
  860. Choumiryouseasoning, flavoring, flavouring
  861. Kamairon pot, kettle
  862. Chirakasuto scatter around, to leave untidy, to make a mess
  863. Senzaidetergent, cleanser, cleaning agent
  864. Tsurusuto hang, to hang up
  865. Tsuriauto balance, to be in harmony, to be in equilibrium
  866. Nichijidate and time (of a meeting, departure, etc.)
  867. Shimei(full) name, identity
  868. Jougetop and bottom, high and low, above and below
  869. Seinouability, performance, efficiency
  870. Oujoprincess
  871. Genryouraw materials, ingredient
  872. Junkancirculation, rotation, cycle
  873. Seibetsu(distinction of) sex, gender
  874. Tanborice field, rice paddy, paddy field
  875. Kaihouopening (a door, window, etc.), leaving open
  876. Majiruto be mixed, to be blended with, to be combined
  877. Korogasuto roll, to wheel, to trundle
  878. Hougakudirection, way
  879. Ikooruequal, equivalent
  880. Kuikiarea, zone, district
  881. Gyangugang
  882. Supiikaaspeaker
  883. Tachimachiin an instant, in a moment, immediately
  884. Kensonmodesty, humility, being humble
  885. Kankakuspace, interval
  886. Togaruto taper to a point, to become pointed, to become sharp
  887. Butsubutsugrunt, grumble, complaint
  888. Herikoputaahelicopter
  889. Ranningurunning
  890. Kanzumecanned food, tinned food
  891. Touge(mountain) pass, highest point on a mountain road, ridge
  892. Baitenstand, stall, booth
  893. Monookistorage room, storeroom, lumber room
  894. Isseisimultaneous, all at once
  895. Kateiassumption, supposition, hypothesis
  896. Akegatadawn, daybreak
  897. Yakannight, nighttime
  898. Anieasy, simple
  899. Uyamauto show respect for, to revere, to honour
  900. Hankeiradius
  901. Gakkasubject (of study), course of study
  902. Zoukinhouse-cloth, dust cloth
  903. Fukamaruto deepen, to heighten, to intensify
  904. Tsuukincommuting to work
  905. Hirosaarea, extent, dimensions
  906. SuiyouWednesday
  907. Samatageruto disturb, to prevent, to obstruct
  908. Uragaesuto turn inside out, to turn the other way, to turn (something) over
  909. Kouteischoolyard, school playground, school grounds
  910. Ukemotsuto take (be in) charge of
  911. Rengabrick
  912. Kaikanmeeting hall, assembly hall
  913. Shizumaruto become quiet, to quiet down, to quieten down
  914. Miorosuto overlook, to command a view of, to look down on
  915. Souidifference, discrepancy, variation
  916. Mokuzailumber, timber, wood
  917. Youchiinfancy
  918. Baketsubucket, pail
  919. Enkaiparty, banquet, reception
  920. Hiraganahiragana, cursive Japanese syllabary used primarily for native Japanese words (esp. function words, inflections, etc.)
  921. Hesonavel, belly button
  922. Banespring (device)
  923. Atatamaruto warm oneself, to sun oneself, to warm up
  924. Shiitsusheet, bed sheet
  925. Yakankettle
  926. Igimeaning, significance
  927. Teiinfixed number (of people), prescribed number (of regular personnel, students, etc.), quota
  928. Rengouunion, combination, alliance
  929. Doucopper (Cu)
  930. Buroochibrooch
  931. Seisurname, family name
  932. Meshitasubordinate, subordinates, inferior
  933. Senseidespotism, autocracy
  934. Tabitabi, traditional split-toe socks
  935. Shinkuuvacuum
  936. Atehamaruto apply (of a rule), to be applicable (of standards, lessons, ideas, etc.), to hold true (e.g. of a description)
  937. Damudam
  938. Joukyuuupper level, upper grade, high rank
  939. Zokuzokusuccessively, one after another
  940. Deiriguchiexit and entrance
  941. Dottobursting out (laughter), breaking out (applause), roaring
  942. Kumitateruto assemble, to put together, to set up
  943. Kuusoudaydream, fantasy, fancy
  944. Tsukihitime, years, days
  945. Koumokuitem, heading, category
  946. Sankakutriangle, triangular shape
  947. Sashimisashimi (raw sliced fish, shellfish or crustaceans)
  948. Koyubilittle finger, pinky, fourth (occ. fifth) finger
  949. Hikageshade, shadow
  950. Ukaberuto float, to set afloat, to launch
  951. Chakuchakusteadily
  952. Mihonsample, specimen, pattern
  953. Kotobazukaispeech, expression, wording
  954. Chijimuto shrink, to contract, to diminish (in size)
  955. Noudoconcentration, density
  956. BousanBuddhist priest, monk
  957. Rousokucandle
  958. Pikapikawith a glitter, with a sparkle
  959. Gendolimit, bounds
  960. Touyukerosene, paraffin, lamp oil
  961. Yusoutransport, transportation, transit
  962. Hikkoshimoving (dwelling, office, etc.), changing residence
  963. Fusagaruto be closed, to be blocked, to be healed (e.g. wound)
  964. Kouseijustice, fairness, impartiality
  965. Jouhatsuevaporation
  966. Seishitsunature (of a person), disposition, temperament
  967. Memaidizziness, giddiness, vertigo
  968. Kiguutensil, implement, tool
  969. Zokusuruto belong to, to come under, to be affiliated with
  970. Chuukanmiddle, midway, halfway
  971. Oginauto supplement, to make up for, to compensate for
  972. Katayoruto lean (to one side), to incline
  973. Getsumatsuend of the month
  974. Kudakuto break (into pieces), to smash, to crush
  975. Zourizori, traditional Japanese thonged sandals
  976. Denryokuelectric power
  977. Minareruto get used to seeing, to become accustomed to seeing, to be familiar with
  978. Sokuteimeasurement
  979. Yakusuto translate, to interpret
  980. Mataguto step over, to step across, to stride over
  981. Rakudaifailure (in an examination), failing to advance (to the next year)
  982. Kyouyou(understanding or appreciation of) culture, (one's) education, cultivation
  983. Shoujishoji (paper sliding door)
  984. Nigoruto become muddy, to become cloudy, to become turbid
  985. Youkicontainer, receptacle, vessel
  986. Daiyamondodiamond
  987. Shiheipaper money, note, bill
  988. Shouhaivictory or defeat, outcome (of a game, battle, etc.)
  989. Seizonexistence, being, life
  990. Denryuuelectric current
  991. Soruto shave
  992. Kyakusekiguest seating (e.g. theater, stadium), passenger seat (e.g. taxi)
  993. Saisokupressing, urging, demanding
  994. Oikosuto pass (e.g. car), to overtake
  995. Hamigakidental brushing, brushing one's teeth
  996. Shakkurihiccup, hiccough
  997. Jichiself-government, autonomy
  998. Soshitsumakings (of), aptitude, talent
  999. Otoshimonolost property, something dropped and left behind
  1000. Rittorulitre, liter
  1001. Tokekomuto melt into, to dissolve into, to merge into
  1002. Haneireflection (of light)
  1003. Shikakuisquare, rectangular
  1004. Suitoucanteen, flask, water bottle
  1005. OubeiEurope and the United States, Europe and America, the West
  1006. Gakuryokuscholarly ability, scholarship, knowledge
  1007. Sansuuarithmetic
  1008. Daishousize
  1009. Meisakumasterpiece, masterwork
  1010. Orosuto sell wholesale
  1011. Awatadashiibusy, hectic, hurried
  1012. Hagurumagear, cogwheel
  1013. Suisohydrogen (H)
  1014. Choushostrong point, merit, virtue
  1015. Hikakutekicomparatively, relatively
  1016. TennouEmperor of Japan
  1017. Massaodeep blue, bright blue
  1018. Hikiwakedraw (in competition), tie game
  1019. Gakubufaculty (of a university), school, college
  1020. Sakasainverted, upside down, reversed
  1021. Koukoufilial piety
  1022. Jishuuself-study, teaching oneself
  1023. Chijimeruto shorten, to reduce, to condense
  1024. Jibanground, crust (earth), bed (gravel, river, etc.)
  1025. Kashitsuaccident (caused by negligence), error, blunder
  1026. Kankiventilation
  1027. Kyuuyopay, salary, wages
  1028. Jitsubutsureal thing, original, actual
  1029. Joushaboarding (a train, bus, etc.), getting into (e.g. a taxi)
  1030. Meishinsuperstition, superstitious belief
  1031. Samasuto cool (e.g. from a high temperature to room temperature), to let cool
  1032. Shoumouexhaustion, consumption, using up
  1033. Saihousewing, needlework
  1034. Juwaki(telephone) receiver
  1035. Bunruiclassification, categorization, sorting
  1036. Otetsudaisanmaid
  1037. Shukushoureduction, curtailment, cut
  1038. Shouhinprize, trophy
  1039. Tokubaispecial sale, bargain sale
  1040. Yanushilandlord, landlady
  1041. Kenkyomodest, humble
  1042. Monogataruto tell (a story), to give an account of (an event, experience, etc.), to relate
  1043. Uchiawase(preparatory) meeting, briefing session, (making) advance arrangements
  1044. Kaitouanswer, solution
  1045. Kiritsuorder, observance, discipline
  1046. Kuuchuu(in) the air, midair, sky
  1047. Kousacrossing, intersection
  1048. Shouboushofire station
  1049. Yugesteam, vapour, vapor
  1050. Banchihouse number, address
  1051. Karakauto tease, to make fun of, to poke fun at
  1052. Kuttsukuto adhere to, to stick to, to cling to
  1053. Karoriicalorie
  1054. Koorasuchorus
  1055. Kanshouappreciation (of art, music, poetry, etc.)
  1056. Kondatemenu, bill of fare
  1057. Kogasuto burn, to scorch, to singe
  1058. Sunpoumeasurement, size, extent
  1059. Hinichidate (of a planned event, act, etc.), day
  1060. Kiatsuatmospheric pressure, air pressure
  1061. Kousenray (of light), beam, light
  1062. Toshincity centre (esp. of Tokyo), heart of a city, downtown area
  1063. Yakkyokupharmacy, drugstore, chemist's (shop)
  1064. Shougyoucommerce, trade, business
  1065. Tsukiataruto run into, to collide with, to crash into
  1066. Nikkadaily routine, daily work, daily lesson
  1067. Isamashiibrave, valiant, gallant
  1068. Hizashisunlight, rays of the Sun
  1069. Yamuoenaicannot be helped, unavoidable
  1070. Kutabireruto get tired, to become exhausted, to grow weary
  1071. Konkuriitoconcrete
  1072. Engeihorticulture, gardening
  1073. Shakogarage, carport, depot (for trains, buses, etc.)
  1074. Fuzokubeing attached (to), being affiliated (to), belonging (to)
  1075. Kouinfactory worker
  1076. Tsuruto hang, to suspend, to sling
  1077. Waribikidiscount, reduction, rebate
  1078. Atsukamashiiimpudent, shameless, brazen
  1079. Chokusenstraight line
  1080. Burasageruto hang, to suspend, to dangle
  1081. Purasuchikkuplastic
  1082. Kazanvolcano
  1083. Kewashiiprecipitous, rugged, inaccessible
  1084. Koutouhigh class, high grade
  1085. Yuukanevening edition (of a daily newspaper), evening paper
  1086. Kokusekinationality, citizenship
  1087. Tsuguto follow, to come after, to come next (to)
  1088. Shuukinmoney collection
  1089. Souzoushiinoisy, loud, boisterous
  1090. Handoruhandle
  1091. Renzulens
  1092. Tagayasuto till, to plow, to plough
  1093. Hitodooripedestrian traffic
  1094. Bouenkyoutelescope
  1095. Shagamuto squat, to crouch
  1096. Fuwafuwalightly (floating, drifting, etc.), buoyantly
  1097. Jinmei(human) life
  1098. NanbeiSouth America
  1099. Fuketsuunclean, dirty, unsanitary
  1100. Tenuguitenugui, (hand) towel (usu. thin cotton cloth)
  1101. Kawaratile (e.g. roof)
  1102. Chuutohalfway, midway, partway
  1103. Haiirogrey, gray, ashen
  1104. Jisokuspeed (per hour)
  1105. Zenpan(the) whole
  1106. Douwachildren's story, fairy tale
  1107. Kusuriyubiring finger, third finger, fourth finger (esp. in piano-playing)
  1108. Suekkoyoungest child
  1109. Kuuraaair conditioner
  1110. Unga(navigable) canal, waterway
  1111. Keishikiform (as opposed to substance)
  1112. Shuuzenrepair, mending
  1113. Shinshinmind and body
  1114. Hameruto fit (e.g. a pane into a frame), to insert (e.g. a cork), to fasten (a button)
  1115. Kugiruto divide, to separate, to partition
  1116. Gorakuamusement, entertainment, recreation
  1117. Akireruto be amazed, to be shocked, to be astonished
  1118. Kyuusokurest, relief, relaxation
  1119. Kyoukaiboundary, border, limit
  1120. Shitsudohumidity
  1121. Junjoupure heart, naivete, innocence
  1122. Hyoujunstandard, criterion, norm
  1123. Kyanpasucampus
  1124. Shikkemoisture, humidity, dampness
  1125. Youjiyoung child, toddler
  1126. Hiatariexposure to the sun, sunny place
  1127. Kajitsufruit, nut, berry
  1128. Kyuugyoususpension of business, temporary closure (of a store, school, etc.), shutdown
  1129. Shuujipenmanship, calligraphy
  1130. Suitekidrop of water
  1131. Meizuruto order, to command
  1132. Kudoirepetitious, long-winded, tedious
  1133. Keikoutoufluorescent lamp, fluorescent light
  1134. Omoigakenaiunexpected, contrary to expectations, by chance
  1135. Hitotoorigenerally, in the main, briefly (look over, explain, etc.)
  1136. Sharin(vehicle) wheel
  1137. Hougendialect, provincialism
  1138. Houteishikiequation, formula
  1139. Yajirushiarrow (symbol)
  1140. Yougoterm, terminology
  1141. Ueitoresuwaitress
  1142. Kaiseirevision, amendment, alteration
  1143. Sosenancestor
  1144. Mondouquestions and answers, dialogue
  1145. Kanmuritraditional cap worn by Shinto clergy and courtiers
  1146. Nazonazoriddle, puzzle, enigma
  1147. Kaabucurve, turn, bend
  1148. Furaipanfry pan, frying pan
  1149. Kaitsuuopening (of a new road, railway, etc.), going into operation (e.g. telephone communication), beginning services
  1150. Kigousign, symbol, mark
  1151. Jishakumagnet
  1152. Seinengappibirth date, date of birth, DOB
  1153. Kyuuyourest, relaxation, recreation
  1154. Shouryakuomission, leaving out
  1155. Chousetsuregulation, adjustment, control
  1156. Mawarimichidetour, circuitous route, diversion
  1157. Kishourising (from one's bed), getting up, getting out of bed
  1158. Teikyuubiregular holiday, fixed day off, regular closing day
  1159. Bunryouamount, quantity
  1160. Houkibroom
  1161. Sutokkingustockings
  1162. Juuryouweight
  1163. Daimeititle, caption, heading
  1164. Meuesuperior, superiors, senior
  1165. Nonkieasy, easygoing, carefree
  1166. Biniiruvinyl, plastic
  1167. Kanetsuheating, application of heat
  1168. Zatsuonnoise (usu. unpleasant)
  1169. Shinwamyth, mythology
  1170. Hanahadashiiextreme, excessive, terrible
  1171. Higaeriday trip
  1172. Fukisokuirregular, unsystematic, unsteady
  1173. Katsuryokuvitality, energy, dynamism
  1174. Kibanbase, basis, foundation
  1175. Joukisteam, vapour, vapor
  1176. Suiheihorizontal, level, even
  1177. Hadagiunderwear, underclothes, lingerie
  1178. Hikki(taking) notes, copying
  1179. Mimanless than, under, below
  1180. Yuusoumailing, posting
  1181. Fuzakeruto joke, to jest, to kid
  1182. Chokkeidiameter
  1183. Koukyoupublic (facilities, service, etc.), communal
  1184. Oozapparough (estimate, summary, etc.), broad, general
  1185. Hokenpreservation of health, hygiene, sanitation
  1186. EibunEnglish writing, English sentence, English text
  1187. Machikadostreet corner
  1188. Seimonmain gate, main entrance
  1189. Rigaiadvantages and disadvantages, interests (of parties)
  1190. Yakounight travel, walking around at night
  1191. Bitaminvitamin
  1192. Koshoupepper
  1193. Kouryokueffect, efficacy, validity
  1194. Maninfull house, no vacancy, sold out
  1195. Tamerauto hesitate, to waver
  1196. Yunomiteacup
  1197. Shimijimikeenly, deeply, fully
  1198. Niwakasudden, abrupt, unexpected
  1199. Ojigibow, bowing
  1200. Antenaantenna
  1201. Keitousystem
  1202. Koshikakeruto sit (down)
  1203. Kogoeruto freeze (of one's body), to be frozen, to become numb (with cold)
  1204. Meishofamous place, noted place, place of (scenic or historical) interest
  1205. Mensekiarea (measurement), square measure, size (of land)
  1206. Sessetodiligently, assiduously, industriously
  1207. Zabutonzabuton, flat floor cushion used when sitting or kneeling; usu. rectangular
  1208. Sabiruto rust, to become rusty
  1209. Uketorireceiving, receipt
  1210. Toukeistatistics
  1211. Fukyuudiffusion, spread, popularization
  1212. Heikougoing side-by-side, going abreast
  1213. Bakarashiiabsurd, foolish, stupid
  1214. Gisshiritightly (packed), densely, closely
  1215. Kakinehedge, fence
  1216. Kousouhigh-rise (building), multistory, multistoried
  1217. Nurasuto wet, to moisten, to dampen
  1218. Shigeruto grow thickly, to be in full leaf, to be rampant
  1219. Nakayubimiddle finger, long finger, second finger
  1220. Hitosashiyubiindex finger, forefinger, first (occ. second) finger
  1221. Akusentoaccent (on a syllable, word), stress, pitch accent
  1222. Okugaioutdoors, outside
  1223. Kotenclassic (work, esp. book), the classics
  1224. Junjoorder, sequence
  1225. Hakuto sweep, to brush, to clean
  1226. Dassenderailment
  1227. Onshitsugreenhouse, hothouse, conservatory
  1228. Gakkyuu(school) class
  1229. Nokogirisaw
  1230. Genriprinciple, theory, fundamental truth
  1231. Tegorohandy, convenient
  1232. Shoutenfocus, focal point
  1233. Tankishort-term
  1234. Nendofiscal year (usu. April 1 to March 31 in Japan), financial year
  1235. Funkaeruption, volcanic eruption
  1236. Kaneruto be unable to, to find difficult (unpleasant, awkward, painful) to do
  1237. Koumuofficial business, public business
  1238. Kongoumixing, mixture, meld
  1239. Sanseiacidity
  1240. Jaguchifaucet, tap
  1241. Tearaiwashing one's hands, water (or basin, etc.) for washing one's hands
  1242. Shosekibook, publication
  1243. Bunbougustationery
  1244. Karutakaruta, traditional Japanese playing cards, esp. hyakunin isshu karuta or iroha karuta
  1245. Kyokusencurve
  1246. Oodoorimain street, avenue, boulevard
  1247. Shibomuto wither (of flowers, dreams, etc.), to wilt, to droop
  1248. Tousholetter (e.g. of complaint), letter to the editor, letter from a reader
  1249. Housoupacking, wrapping
  1250. Maisuuthe number of flat things
  1251. Yokubarigreed, avarice, covetousness
  1252. Meetaameter, gauge
  1253. Makuto scatter, to sprinkle, to strew
  1254. Chitaizone, area, belt
  1255. Atehameruto apply, to adapt
  1256. Shiokaraisalty (taste), briny
  1257. Burausublouse
  1258. Mootaamotor, engine
  1259. Saisanagain and again, repeatedly
  1260. Teishastopping (of a train, car, etc.), stop
  1261. Nouyakuagricultural chemical, agrochemical, agrichemical
  1262. Usumeruto dilute, to water down, to thin
  1263. Yuuryoufee-charging, paid, not free
  1264. Wanbowl (wooden)
  1265. Zaigakuattending (school, college, etc.), being enrolled, being a student
  1266. Machiaishitsuwaiting room
  1267. Chimeiplace name, toponym
  1268. ChuuseiMiddle Ages (in Japan esp. the Kamakura and Muromachi periods), medieval times, mediaeval times
  1269. Ureyukisales, demand
  1270. Uchikesuto deny, to contradict
  1271. Konsento(electrical) outlet, (wall) socket, power point
  1272. HokkyokuNorth Pole
  1273. Senstopper, cork, plug
  1274. Shitagakidraft, rough copy
  1275. Zukanpictorial book, picture book, illustrated reference book
  1276. Seitoupolitical party
  1277. Tauerice planting
  1278. Funsuiwater fountain
  1279. Aoguto fan
  1280. Sosokkashiicareless, thoughtless, hasty
  1281. Shuutenterminus, last stop (e.g. train)
  1282. Shoukyokutekinegative, passive, half-hearted
  1283. Hayakuchifast-talking, rapid talking
  1284. Toudailighthouse
  1285. Monosashiruler, measure, measuring stick
  1286. Meyasucriterion, standard, yardstick
  1287. Atenaname and address (on an envelope, etc.), (addressee's) name, addressee
  1288. Kaketsuapproval, adoption (of a motion, bill, etc.), passage
  1289. Bungeiliterature
  1290. Suisanaquatic products, fisheries
  1291. Nasuto do, to commit, to carry out
  1292. Naironnylon
  1293. Kaisuiyokuswimming in the ocean, sea bathing, seawater bath
  1294. Kaiyouocean, sea
  1295. Gekkyuumonthly salary
  1296. Kotaiindividual, specimen
  1297. Senpuukielectric fan
  1298. Nichiyouhindaily necessities, everyday item
  1299. Nessuruto heat, to heat up
  1300. Hatsudengeneration of electricity, power generation
  1301. Katamichione-way (trip)
  1302. Amimonoknitting, knitted material, crochet
  1303. Iremonocontainer, case, receptacle
  1304. Gesuidrainage, ditch, gutter
  1305. Kaisatsuexamination of tickets
  1306. Zeikancustoms, customs house
  1307. Furoshikifuroshiki, wrapping cloth, cloth wrapper
  1308. Sukizukimatter of taste
  1309. Kasettocassette (tape)
  1310. Inryokuattraction (e.g. magnetic, gravitation), affinity, gravitational pull
  1311. Onkeigrace, favor, favour
  1312. Kahansuumajority
  1313. Tokonomatokonoma, alcove where art or flowers are displayed
  1314. Shinrinforest, woods
  1315. Toubundivision into equal parts, equal parts
  1316. Sukitooruto be transparent, to be see-through, to be clear
  1317. Kegawafur, skin, pelt
  1318. Fuasunaazip fastener, zipper, zip
  1319. Outaidealing with (people, customers, complaints, etc.), receiving (callers, visitors, etc.), attending to
  1320. Kamotsucargo, freight
  1321. Hedateruto separate (by distance, time, etc.), to isolate, to partition
  1322. Suichokuvertical
  1323. Choukaexcess, surplus, exceeding (a limit, estimate, etc.)
  1324. Yuukoufriendship
  1325. Daiyarudial (e.g. telephone, radio, clock, gauge)
  1326. Gensanplace of origin, habitat
  1327. Suruto print
  1328. Mikazukicrescent moon, young moon
  1329. Sokutatsuexpress, special delivery
  1330. Sontokuloss and gain, advantage and disadvantage
  1331. Chouhoukeirectangle, oblong
  1332. Kabuseruto cover (with something)
  1333. Fubofather and mother, parents
  1334. Bunkenliterature, books (reference), document
  1335. Kawasemoney order, draft
  1336. Kaokuhouse, building
  1337. Kenchouprefectural office
  1338. Shashou(train) conductor
  1339. Shukujitsunational holiday, public holiday
  1340. Seishofair copy, clean copy
  1341. Nikurashiiodious, hateful, detestable
  1342. Denkibiography, life story
  1343. Ryougawaboth sides
  1344. Wakawakashiiyouthful, young, young-looking
  1345. Hitoyasumi(short) rest, breather, break
  1346. Gakujutsuscience, learning, scholarship
  1347. Kansetsuindirection, indirectness
  1348. Jougi(measuring) ruler
  1349. Denchuuutility pole, power pole, telephone pole
  1350. Binsenwriting paper, stationery, notepaper
  1351. Dekobokounevenness, roughness, ruggedness
  1352. Tokorodokorohere and there, in places
  1353. Mekkiriremarkably, noticeably, visibly
  1354. Chookuchalk
  1355. Entotsuchimney, smokestack, funnel (of a ship)
  1356. Shitetsuprivate railway
  1357. Suijicooking, kitchen work
  1358. Zenshuucomplete works, complete collection, complete series
  1359. Naisenphone extension, indoor wiring, inner line
  1360. Hitsujuhinnecessities, necessary article, requisite
  1361. Hyoushikisign, mark, marker
  1362. Haraimodosuto repay, to pay back, to refund
  1363. WafukuJapanese clothes
  1364. Kanakana, Japanese syllabaries (i.e. hiragana and katakana)
  1365. Sougomutual, reciprocal
  1366. Naruto bear fruit
  1367. Uumanwoman
  1368. Suraidoslide (for projection), transparency
  1369. Ishokujuufood, clothing and shelter, necessities of life
  1370. Gyogyoufishing industry, fishery
  1371. Sasuto shine
  1372. Seihoukeisquare
  1373. Iruto roast, to parch, to toast
  1374. Chozoustorage, preservation, stocking
  1375. Densencontagion, infection
  1376. Nanbokunorth and south, north to south
  1377. Ookesutoraorchestra
  1378. Koushuuthe public, general public
  1379. Kamisorirazor
  1380. Teikalist price, regular price, established price
  1381. Hisshawriter, author
  1382. Hyouroncriticism, critique, review
  1383. Hogarakacheerful, merry, sunny
  1384. Kikanshalocomotive, engine
  1385. JiinBuddhist temple
  1386. Jitsuyoupractical use, utility
  1387. Aojiroipale, pallid
  1388. Zoudaienlargement, increase
  1389. Tsuukacurrency
  1390. Masatsufriction
  1391. Kenbikyoumicroscope
  1392. Mushiatsuihumid, sultry
  1393. Shinruirelative, relation, kin
  1394. Bunpudistribution
  1395. Ikebanaikebana, Japanese art of flower arrangement
  1396. Narauto imitate, to follow, to copy
  1397. Gogo (board game)
  1398. Koubutsumineral
  1399. Hariganewire
  1400. Zousenshipbuilding
  1401. Bushuradical (of a kanji character)
  1402. Katakanakatakana, angular Japanese syllabary used primarily for loanwords
  1403. Meishinoun
  1404. Koutsuukikan(means of) transportation, transport, transportation facilities
  1405. Sanrinmountain forest, forest on a mountain, forest land
  1406. Shaseisketching, drawing from nature, portrayal
  1407. Shugosubject
  1408. Seishounenyoung people, youth, the younger generation
  1409. Youganlava
  1410. Modanmodern
  1411. Kanchougovernment office, government agency, authorities
  1412. Noripaste, glue
  1413. Shishagonyuurounding (off; a number), rounding half away from zero
  1414. SeirekiCommon Era, CE, Christian Era
  1415. Arasujioutline, summary, argument
  1416. Tanshodefect, demerit, weak point
  1417. Ryoujiconsul
  1418. Zurasuto shift, to move, to slide
  1419. Kayousong, ballad
  1420. Kushinpains, hard work, effort
  1421. Suiheisenhorizon (related to bodies of water)
  1422. Daimeishipronoun
  1423. Chikasuigroundwater, underground water
  1424. Oruganorgan (musical instrument)
  1425. Monoreerumonorail
  1426. Kyakumadrawing room, parlor, parlour
  1427. Juutenimportant point, emphasis, stress
  1428. Shinzuruto believe, to believe in, to place trust in
  1429. Suijoukiwater vapour, water vapor, steam
  1430. Zurariin a row, in a line
  1431. Amadosliding storm shutter
  1432. Kaikaiopening of a meeting
  1433. Kyuukoucancellation (of a lecture, class, etc.)
  1434. Onchuu... and Company, Messrs, for the attention of ...
  1435. Sokuryoumeasurement, surveying
  1436. Minyoufolk song, popular song
  1437. Tanpenshort story, short film, short poem
  1438. Echikettopoliteness, good manners, courtesy
  1439. Hantoupeninsula
  1440. Mujiplain, unfigured, patternless
  1441. Yuudachi(sudden, heavy) shower (on a summer afternoon or evening), evening shower
  1442. Hyakkajitenencyclopedia, encyclopaedia
  1443. Kamikuzuwastepaper, scrap of paper, paper scraps
  1444. Sementocement
  1445. Kougeiindustrial arts, craft
  1446. Fukeruto get late, to advance, to wear on
  1447. Shijuucontinuously, from beginning to end, from first to last
  1448. Jikanwaritimetable (esp. a weekly school timetable), schedule
  1449. Jieiself-defense, self-defence
  1450. Taikeisystem, organization, organisation
  1451. Kakitomeregistered mail, registered post, registration (of mail)
  1452. Yuuyuuquiet, calm, leisurely
  1453. Noronoroslowly, sluggishly
  1454. Asshukucompression
  1455. Kumuto draw (water), to ladle, to dip up
  1456. Seichougrowth (of a plant)
  1457. Dansuisuspension of water supply, water outage
  1458. Chishitsugeological features
  1459. Shindaibed, couch
  1460. Kuttsukeruto attach, to stick together, to paste
  1461. Rejaaleisure
  1462. Geshaalighting (from a train, bus, etc.), getting off, getting out (of a car)
  1463. Gejunlast third of a month, 21st to the last day of a month
  1464. Kaiseiclear weather, cloudless weather, good weather
  1465. Kougaipollution, public nuisance, contamination
  1466. Kakoudescent, fall, drop
  1467. Sakuseimanufacture, production
  1468. Hanashiaidiscussion, talk, tête-à-tête
  1469. Kateicourse, curriculum
  1470. Guusuueven number
  1471. Nemakinightclothes, nightwear, sleepwear
  1472. Kigaechanging clothes, change of clothes
  1473. Sabirust
  1474. Reinkootoraincoat, mackintosh, macintosh
  1475. Buntailiterary style
  1476. Bunmyakucontext (of a passage), line of thought
  1477. Motareruto lean against, to lean on, to recline on
  1478. Hirobiroextensive, spacious
  1479. Bunsuufraction
  1480. Koshiraeruto make, to manufacture, to fabricate
  1481. Kakezanmultiplication
  1482. Penchicutting pliers, lineman's pliers, combination pliers
  1483. RoomajiLatin alphabet, Roman alphabet
  1484. Katsuji(piece of) type, movable type, moveable type
  1485. Chokutsuudirect line, direct communication, connecting directly
  1486. Binzumebottling
  1487. Kikinfamine, crop failure
  1488. Suchuwaadesustewardess, (female) flight attendant
  1489. Idolatitude
  1490. Kandenchidry cell battery
  1491. Shokyuuelementary level, beginner level
  1492. Taisekicapacity, volume
  1493. Tansuifresh water (i.e. not salt water)
  1494. Tsukuto be lit (of a lamp, burner, etc.), to catch fire, to ignite
  1495. Hikizansubtraction
  1496. Tenisukoototennis court
  1497. Gaironintroduction, outline, general remarks
  1498. Keidolongitude
  1499. Gojuuonthe Japanese syllabary
  1500. Jitsureiexample, illustration, precedent
  1501. Jukugokanji compound
  1502. Zukeifigure, shape, graphic
  1503. Shouzuruto produce, to yield, to cause
  1504. Sokuryokuspeed
  1505. Chokkakuright angle
  1506. Tokushokucharacteristic, (distinctive) feature, peculiarity
  1507. Nousanbutsuagricultural produce
  1508. Nousonagricultural community, farm village
  1509. Fukushacopying, duplication, reproduction
  1510. Heikaiclosure (of a ceremony, event, meeting, etc.)
  1511. Hanareruto get free (from), to be freed, to be released
  1512. Uuruwool
  1513. Kakujuuexpansion
  1514. Shikakuquadrilateral, square
  1515. Shimastripe, bar, streak
  1516. Chijireruto be wavy, to be curled, to be frizzled
  1517. Joujunfirst third of a month, first ten days of a month
  1518. Zuihitsuessays, miscellaneous writings, literary jottings
  1519. Chigiruto tear to pieces, to tear to shreds, to tear up
  1520. Souryoupostage, carriage, shipping charge
  1521. Hakariscales, weighing machine
  1522. Rettouarchipelago, chain of islands
  1523. Ontaitemperate zone
  1524. Kazeitaxation
  1525. Ikubunsomewhat, to some extent, to some degree
  1526. Kubundivision, section, demarcation
  1527. Jokyoujuassistant professor, associate professor
  1528. Daenellipse, oval
  1529. Tekkyourailway bridge, iron bridge
  1530. Tokuchoustrong point, forte, merit
  1531. Hitorideniby itself, automatically, naturally
  1532. Kanzuruto feel, to sense, to experience
  1533. Birudeingumulti-floor building, multi-storey building, tall building
  1534. Rekurieeshonrecreation
  1535. Sashihikideduction, subtraction, balance
  1536. Furiganafurigana, kana printed above or next to kanji to indicate pronunciation
  1537. Setomonoearthenware, porcelain, china
  1538. Soubetsufarewell, send-off
  1539. Chuujunmiddle ten days of a month, 11th to 20th day of a month
  1540. Chuuseineutrality (incl. chemical, electrical, etc.), indifference
  1541. Bonchibasin (e.g. between mountains)
  1542. Meimeieach, individual
  1543. Mokujitable of contents, contents
  1544. Kashimaroom to let, room for rent
  1545. EiwaEnglish-Japanese
  1546. Enshuucircumference
  1547. Ousetsureception (e.g. of visitors), dealing with
  1548. Genshiorigin, beginning, genesis
  1549. Shasetsueditorial, leading article, leader
  1550. Shokuentable salt
  1551. Taishoucontrast, antithesis, comparison
  1552. Kashiyahouse for rent
  1553. Keiyoushiadjective, i-adjective (in Japanese)
  1554. Shouminet (amount), clear, full (e.g. working hours)
  1555. Teikikencommuter pass, season ticket
  1556. Youmouwool
  1557. Reitenzero (points, marks), no marks
  1558. Warizandivision
  1559. Michijunroute, way, course
  1560. Kaisuukencoupon tickets, discount tickets, book of tickets
  1561. Saijitsunational holiday, festival day
  1562. Shojunfirst 10 days of the month
  1563. Sekidouequator
  1564. Fugousign, mark, symbol
  1565. Yousekicapacity, volume
  1566. Youshi(main) point, gist, key points
  1567. Kashidashilending, loaning
  1568. Burashibrush
  1569. Wariainicomparatively
  1570. Jinzouartificial, man-made, imitation
  1571. Funabinsurface mail (by ship), sea mail
  1572. Ryuuikidrainage basin, catchment basin, river basin
  1573. Ronzuruto discuss, to talk about, to deal with (a topic)
  1574. Shimekirideadline, closing, cut-off
  1575. Ouzuruto answer, to respond, to meet
  1576. Ootomeeshonautomation
  1577. Purattohoomuplatform
  1578. Rasshuawaarush hour
  1579. Gourirationality
  1580. Koshikakeseat, bench
  1581. Shizenkagakunatural science
  1582. Zougenincrease and decrease, fluctuation
  1583. Nouritsuefficiency
  1584. Menzeitax exemption, duty exemption
  1585. Chirigamitissue paper, toilet paper
  1586. Magomagoconfused, flustered, at a loss
  1587. Kanazukaikana orthography, syllabary spelling
  1588. Kutoutenpunctuation mark
  1589. Shakaikagakusocial science
  1590. Youyakufinally, at last
  1591. Haraikomuto deposit, to pay in
  1592. Narasuto ring, to sound, to chime
  1593. Kakitoriwriting down from other written material, writing kanji text from hiragana
  1594. Taiyatire, tyre
  1595. Kaetteon the contrary, rather, instead
  1596. Yotsukadofour corners
  1597. Jinbunkagakuhumanities, arts
  1598. Seisuuinteger
  1599. Chuushouabstraction
  1600. Arawasuto write, to publish
  1601. Choutan(relative) length
  1602. Fukushiadverb
  1603. Tokasuto melt, to liquefy, to thaw
  1604. Ryoushuureceipt (of money), receiving
  1605. Norikaetransfer (trains, buses, etc.), change, connection
  1606. Hagasuto tear off, to peel off, to rip off
  1607. Darashinaislovenly (appearance, work, etc.), sloppy, untidy
  1608. Oiruoil, petroleum
  1609. Kokkucook, chef
  1610. Senchicentimeter, centimetre
  1611. Daiaguramudiagram
  1612. Tenpotempo
  1613. Mishinsewing machine
  1614. Kudaranaitrivial, trifling, insignificant
  1615. Aratameteanother time, again, over again
  1616. Kawakasuto dry (clothes, etc.), to desiccate
  1617. KanwaChina and Japan
  1618. Odorokasuto surprise, to frighten, to create a stir
  1619. Muregroup, crowd, flock
  1620. Midashiheading, headline, title
  1621. Kouchiarable land, plantation, farmland
  1622. Uramiresentment, grudge, malice
  1623. Moyooshievent, festivities, function
  1624. Sakuinindex (in a book)
  1625. Chirasuto scatter, to cause a shower of
  1626. Demukaemeeting, reception
  1627. Dekiagaricompletion, finish
  1628. Shousuufraction (part of), decimal fraction
  1629. Terasuto shine on, to illuminate
  1630. Noboriascent, climbing, ascending (path)
  1631. Kazaridecoration, ornament, trimmings
  1632. Shippotail (of an animal)
  1633. Zuhyouchart, diagram, graph
  1634. Yopparaidrunkard
  1635. Taezuconstantly, always, continually
  1636. Neraiaim (of a gun, bow, etc.)
  1637. Okuriganakana written after a kanji to complete the full (usually kun) reading of the word, declensional kana ending
  1638. Tansuusingle, one
  1639. Tsubureruto be crushed, to be squashed, to be smashed
  1640. Tsukiatariend (of a street, hallway, etc.)
  1641. Hinoirisunset
  1642. Urikiresold-out
  1643. Hijielbow
  1644. Fukuramasuto swell, to expand, to inflate
  1645. Bokuchikustock-farming, livestock farming, cattle breeding
  1646. Mezamashialarm clock
  1647. Mochimochi, small rice cake made from glutinous rice
  1648. Yataraindiscriminately, blindly, at random
  1649. WaeiJapanese-English
  1650. Kumiawasecombination, assortment, set
  1651. Sashitsukaehindrance, impediment
  1652. Shiasattein three days' time, two days after tomorrow
  1653. Juutancarpet, rug, runner
  1654. Toiawaseinquiry, query, enquiry
  1655. Hatashiteas was expected, just as one thought, sure enough
  1656. Mikakeoutward appearance
  1657. Sumanaiinexcusable, unjustifiable, unpardonable
  1658. Tsukeruto turn on, to switch on, to light up
  1659. Nokorazuall, entirely, completely
  1660. Fumotofoot (of a mountain or hill), bottom, base
  1661. Megumareruto be blessed with, to be rich in, to abound in
  1662. Hajimemashitenice to meet you, I'm glad to make your acquaintance, how do you do?
  1663. Inkiink

Estimated JLPT levels — no official post-2010 lists exist (see dictionary).