Learn , Enjoy and Convey “WA ーJapanese Cultureー” Be a Japanese specialist!
Exam Information
2級・3級検定試験は2024年9月20日(金)から
The exam period is from Friday, November 29th to Friday, January 31st.
(The Level 1 certification exam is scheduled to be held in fiscal year 2025.)
Course Information
We will be holding an online course to prepare for the Level 2 exam.
(Details will be announced on this website once they have been decided.)
Notice
- 2024.07.08 Register for the email newsletter (DENKEN-TEST PRESS) and receive a free textbook promotion
- 2024.07.08 Notice of change in release date of official DENKEN-TEST textbook
- 2024.06.05 The efforts of MUFG, a member company, in traditional crafts were featured on Jiji.com.
- 2024.06.01 The date for the 1st DENKEN-TEST has been decided!
- 2024.05.25 An interview with Mr. Sakai, the Chairman of DENKEN-TEST Association, was published in the June issue of China's “People's Daily Overseas Edition Japan Monthly".
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DENKEN-TEST Denken textbook Pre-release on September 20, 2024!
List price: 3,300 yen (3,000 yen + tax)
Traditional Japanese Culture Test Abbreviated as “DENKEN-TEST"
The first step as an understander and supporter of Japan's traditional culture and industries.
From Hokkaido in the north to Okinawa in the south, traditional culture and industries that have been cultivated in Japan for a long time are now Due to declining demand due to changing lifestyles and a lack of successors, the industry is in a critical situation where its very survival is in doubt. In order to preserve Japan's traditions and pass them on to the future, it is important above all to make as many people as possible aware of their value. “DENKEN-TEST" is a new examination aimed at understanding, supporting, and developing Japan's traditional culture and traditional industries through independent learning. The in-depth knowledge of traditional culture and traditional industries that I gained through my studies is It will surely help make your daily life more colorful and sustainable.
DENKEN-Test Overview
1級:アンバサダー 各ジャンルの深い知識を身に付ける上級レベル 年1回開催
2級:仕事や暮らしなどに応用できる知識を身に付ける中級レベル 年2回開催
3級:日本の伝統文化について、基礎知識を身に付ける初級レベル 年2回開催
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アンバサダー(1級)
Ambassador
Advanced level to acquire in-depth knowledge of each genre
開催数1回/年
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マスター(2級)
Master
Intermediate level to acquire knowledge that can be applied to work, life, etc.
開催数2回/年
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サポーター(3級)
Supporter
Beginner level to acquire basic knowledge about traditional Japanese culture
開催数2回/年
Scenes Where DENKEN-TEST is Useful
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Use at Your Job
Obtaining certification of DENKEN-TEST exam will be useful in a variety of business situations, including jobs that involve a lot of contact with tourists and foreigners, as well as customer service and business negotiations.
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Enrich Your Life
By learning about Japanese traditional culture, you can gain a new appreciation for the wonderfulness of Japan, expanding the range of your hobbies and interactions with people, enriching your daily life.
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Use at Your Job
Obtaining certification of DENKEN-TEST exam will be useful in a variety of business situations, including jobs that involve a lot of contact with tourists and foreigners, as well as customer service and business negotiations.
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Tour guides, hotel concierges, cabin attendants, interpreters... it will be useful in explaining things to customers' questions.
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For those who are posted or travel abroad, or those who do a lot of business with foreign countries, you can convey Japanese traditional culture in your own words and have lively conversations.
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This will be useful for salespeople at craft shops, people working in museums and galleries, etc., when serving not only foreigners but also Japanese people.
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For craft artisans and manufacturers involved in manufacturing, learning more about Japan's traditional culture will broaden the scope of your creativity and product planning.
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Chefs and others involved with Japanese cuisine...knowing not only food culture but also seasonal customs and tableware will lead to the provision of even more excellent cuisine.
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When job hunting, not only can you fill in the qualifications section of your application form or resume, but you can also use it to your advantage during interviews.
Industries where obtaining certification of DENKEN-TEST is useful
- Travel, Tourism and Aviation
- Publishing, Advertising, and Media
- Trading Company
- Design Fine Arts
- Sales and Customer Service
- Government Agencies, Local Governments, and Organizations
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Enrich Your Life
By learning about Japanese traditional culture, you can gain a new appreciation for the wonderfulness of Japan, expanding the range of your hobbies and interactions with people, enriching your daily life.
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Learning about Japan's traditional culture in advance, such as visiting historical tourist sites and traditional craft workshops, can help you plan and enjoy your trip.
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By learning a wide range of traditional Japanese culture, you can enjoy incorporating Japanese culture into your daily life.
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By learning about traditional Japanese culture before studying abroad, you can rediscover the wonders of Japan and broaden your interactions with friends.
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By learning about the historical and cultural background, tools, crafts, and more, the lesson of "Tea Ceremony" becomes more profound.
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By learning about the traditional Japanese culture that we come into contact with every day and passing it on one by one to our children and grandchildren, we can increase conversation at home and develop an emotional education.
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By learning about Japan's traditional culture as a whole, you will learn the background and connections between making, using, and eating things, and this will increase the enjoyment of your daily life.
Who is suitable to obtain the certification DENKEN-TEST exam
- Peaple who like traveling
- Peaple who often go to art galleries and museums
- Lots of interaction with international students and foreigners
- Peaple who want to expand their hobbies
- People who interested in Japanese food and culture
- People who like crafts
- People who want to properly explain about Japan to my children
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Group Exam
If a group of 10 or more applicants from School, Cram School, Company, etc. gathers together, it is advantageous to apply for the "Group Exam." Discounts on exam fees apply!
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