Most Frequently Used Kanji (1)

Are you interested in learning Japanese writing? Are you little overwhelmed about kanji, as there are more than a thousand of them? Here is a list of 100 most frequently used kanji in Japanese newspapers. If you want to learn useful kanji, it might be a good place to start. Beginners can also check out kanji characters that are taught in grade 1, which is a collection of simple kanji.

If you are a total beginner, I recommend that you read, "Japanese Writing for Beginners" first. If you are an advanced learner, "Kanji Land" lessons list all 1006 "Education Kanji" that are taught in Japanese elementary school.

Click the link to learn how to write each kanji character below. To continue to learn, please go to "Most Frequently Used Kanji (2)".