JLPT Countdown Timer: Days Until the Next Test
Count down to the next JLPT test date and review official 2026 timing, overseas availability, and local registration reminders.
Countdown to the next JLPT
Sunday, December 6, 2026
Overseas registration periods and available sessions vary by city. Confirm the date and deadline with your local host institution before making plans.
When is the next JLPT?
The official worldwide JLPT site lists Sunday, December 6, 2026 as the second test of 2026. Outside Japan, some cities hold the test only in July or only in December, so the timer does not confirm that a seat is available where you live.
Registration happens earlier
For overseas candidates, the official process indicates that July registration is generally around March–April and December registration around August–September, while exact windows vary by local host. Do not wait for the countdown to become short before checking your city.
Use the remaining time
Divide your preparation into learning, review, and timed practice. During the final weeks, replace some new material with mixed practice and error review. The study planner calculates a weekly workload from the date and time you have available.
Always verify locally
Check the official worldwide JLPT website and its list of overseas host institutions before paying, traveling, or relying on a date.